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Highline Heritage Museum to host presentation on Seattle’s first woman mayor on Saturday, June 13

by EditorJune 2, 2026June 2, 2026

The Highline Heritage Museum and the American Association of University Women will host a free historical storytelling presentation on Saturday, June 13, highlighting the life and legacy of Bertha Knight […]

Posted inDes Moines

Wesley Des Moines election goes to the dogs, and residents love it

by EditorMay 27, 2026May 27, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Appeal hearing set for this Friday, May 22 in fight to save historic Masonic Home in Des Moines

by EditorMay 20, 2026May 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

MIBBB Fest will crash-land at special McMenamins Elks Temple event on Wednesday night, June 3

by EditorMay 15, 2026May 15, 2026
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Posted inDes Moines

Men in Black Birthday Bash (MIBBB Fest) to feature return of fan-fave ‘Colleen Rafferty Alien Abductee Lookalike Contest’

by EditorMay 6, 2026May 8, 2026

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Posted inDes Moines

REMINDER: BAT Theatre’s ‘Rebellious Women’ heads into its finalé weekend

by EditorApril 30, 2026April 30, 2026
Posted inDes Moines News

REMINDER: 7 Stories returns to Highline Heritage Museum this Friday, April 24 with theme of ‘Foolishness’/’No Foolin’

by EditorApril 22, 2026April 22, 2026

Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines featured in Fodor’s Travel as stop on Washington ‘UFO Mysteries Trail’

by EditorApril 10, 2026April 10, 2026
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Posted inDes Moines

OBITUARY: Joan Carol Dehn Whidden (Joanie) passed away Mar. 20, 2026

by EditorApril 1, 2026April 1, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Historical Society to host rare South Puget Sound cruise on Sunday, July 19

by EditorMarch 28, 2026March 28, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Wally’s Chowder House in Des Moines to be sold amid past scrutiny of buyer and seller

by Scott SchaeferMarch 20, 2026March 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

SAVE THE DATE: ‘Men In Black Birthday Bash’ returning to Des Moines Saturday, June 20…with a twist

by EditorMarch 4, 2026March 4, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Highline College seeking nominations for 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award

by EditorMarch 3, 2026March 3, 2026
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Burien Elks Lodge to host Open House and Membership Drive on Saturday, Feb. 21

Sponsored by Burien Elks Lodge #2143 February 17, 2026February 17, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Citizens group pursues King County appeal to save Des Moines Masonic Home

by EditorFebruary 9, 2026February 9, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Former South King Media intern Bryan Shickley animates lost Phil Hartman recordings into new short film

by EditorFebruary 4, 2026February 4, 2026
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivering his I Have a Dream Speech at the Civil Rights March on Washington, D.C. 08/28/1963 ARC Identifier 542069 / Local Identifier 306-SSM-4D(107)16
Posted inDes Moines

A few moments with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

by EditorJanuary 19, 2026January 19, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

‘Highline Twin Peaks Festival’ on Saturday, Feb. 28 will honor TV show & iconic local Artist Bruce Bickford

by EditorJanuary 16, 2026January 16, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Preservation group appeals Masonic Home decision to King County Superior Court, launches new fundraiser

by EditorJanuary 8, 2026January 8, 2026
Posted inBusiness

Tukwila leaders condemn Trump remarks, reaffirm support for Somali community

by EditorDecember 29, 2025December 29, 2025
Posted inDes Moines News

Hearing examiner upholds City of Des Moines’ demolition permit for former Masonic Home site

by EditorDecember 17, 2025December 17, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Highline Heritage Museum to feature Steve Edmiston’s board game industry journey on Thursday, Nov. 20

by EditorNovember 13, 2025November 13, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines to host Veterans Day ceremony honoring local heroes on Tuesday, Nov. 11

by EditorNovember 6, 2025November 6, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Groundbreaking on Monday marks next chapter for Redondo Pier in Des Moines

by EditorNovember 4, 2025November 4, 2025
Posted inArts

Remember the Bubbleator? Waterland Walkers will walk to it this Saturday, Oct. 25

by EditorOctober 23, 2025October 23, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Masonic Home demolition appeal hearing begins Tuesday, Oct. 21 & here’s how to watch

by EditorOctober 20, 2025October 20, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Photos & voices from Saturday’s ‘No Kings’ rally held in downtown Des Moines

by EditorOctober 19, 2025October 19, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Highline Heritage Museum to host Sloth Day Festival on Saturday, Oct. 18

by EditorOctober 14, 2025October 13, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

VIDEO: Washington vs. Roswell debate in New Mexico puts Northwest UFO history in the spotlight

by EditorOctober 13, 2025October 13, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

REMINDER: Here’s how to live-stream Friday night’s Washington vs Roswell UFO Debate

by EditorOctober 8, 2025October 8, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Demolition hearings set for Oct. 21 & 22 for former Masonic Home in Des Moines

by EditorOctober 4, 2025October 4, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Spaceport America will be official Interplanetary Parking Provider for Oct. 10 Roswell vs WA UFO Debate, and here’s how to live-stream it

by EditorOctober 2, 2025October 2, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Roswell vs Washington UFO debate teams will appear on ‘Coast to Coast’ this Saturday night; plus info on our live stream

by EditorSeptember 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

Community gathers to celebrate diver who uncovered ancient Native American canoes

by EditorSeptember 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Posted inBusiness

After serving breakfast for 65 years, SeaTac’s Pancake Chef will flip its last flapjack Sept. 28

by EditorSeptember 21, 2025September 21, 2025

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June 2, 2026June 2, 2026

Highline Heritage Museum to host presentation on Seattle’s first woman mayor on Saturday, June 13

June 2, 2026June 2, 2026

Orchestra of Flight invites local musicians to free reading session on Saturday, June 6

June 2, 2026June 1, 2026

Burien Elks Lodge to host Open House, Membership Drive on Saturday, June 6

June 2, 2026June 1, 2026

SAVE THE DATE: Poverty Bay Blues & Brews Fest will return to Des Moines Beach Park on Saturday, Aug. 29

June 1, 2026June 1, 2026
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Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market to open 21st season Saturday, June 6 with new layout

Jun 6
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‘Spring Into Summer’ Bazaar benefiting Seattle Children’s will be Saturday, June 6

Jun 6
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Des Moines Legacy Foundation’s Bayside Diamond Ball fundraiser will feature Neil Diamond tribute, live DJ, champagne &more on Saturday, June 6

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Men in Black Birthday Bash’s ‘Colleen Rafferty Alien Abductee Lookalike Contest’ will be Saturday, June 20

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