By Mellow DeTray At Thursday night’s (Oct. 6, 2022) Des Moines Council meeting, a naming contest was announced for a Downtown alley, an update was given on the SCORE Jail, […]
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SCORE earns jail reaccreditation by Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs
The South Correctional Entity (SCORE) this week announced that it has earned reaccreditation by the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC). SCORE provides jail services for six cities […]
Bond report, SCORE fatalities, homicide suspect arrests & more discussed at Thursday night’s Des Moines City Council
Here’s our recap of the Des Moines City Council meeting held on Thursday night, Sept. 28, 2023: Genesis Project Presentation The Des Moines Human Resources budget allocates monetary support for […]
Des Moines councilmember Anthony Martinelli released from jail on bond
By Nicholas Johnson Des Moines city councilmember Anthony Martinelli was released Tuesday morning (Oct. 26, 2021) from the SCORE South Correctional Regional Jail in Des Moines after posting bond, according […]
Marina paid parking, fireworks, drone show, levy lid lift & more discussed at Thursday night’s Des Moines City Council
During the Des Moines City Council Meeting held on Thursday night, Mar. 28, 2024, several topics and initiatives were discussed, highlighting the city’s commitment to efficiency, community engagement, and public […]
Des Moines City Manager’s Report for week ending Mar. 1, 2024
Des Moines City Manager’s Weekly Report for week ending March 1, 2024 Spring City Currents The spring edition of the City’s quarterly publication “City Currents” has been released and should […]
Des Moines City Manager’s Weekly Report for week ending Feb. 2, 2024
Des Moines City Manager’s Weekly Report February 2, 2024 Staff Achievements and Recognition I am very proud to announce two significant staff achievements that have occurred recently. Our Program Support […]
Des Moines City Manager’s Weekly Report for week ending Dec. 15, 2023
Des Moines City Manager’s Weekly Report for week ending Dec. 15, 2023 SAVE THE DATE! On the evening of Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024, the City will be hosting a Marina Steps […]
Des Moines City Manager’s Weekly Report for week ending Dec. 8, 2023
Des Moines City Manager’s Weekly Report for week ending Dec. 8, 2023 Help Wanted! The City has a number of paid positions (full or part-time) as well as volunteer opportunities […]
Des Moines City Manager’s Weekly Report for Nov. 22, 2023
City Manager’s Weekly Report for Nov. 22, 2023 Short report this week with the holiday. City Hall will be closed Thursday and Friday. Essential services will continue to operate 24/7. […]
‘Dual roles’ trigger lawsuit against Des Moines Councilmember Gene Achziger, who claims ‘harassment’
By Scott Schaefer The City of Des Moines is embroiled in a legal dispute involving Councilmember Gene Achziger, who currently holds two separately-elected positions, igniting concerns over potential violations of […]
Des Moines City Council censures Anthony Martinelli on recent allegations of domestic violence
By Jack Mayne Des Moines Mayor Matt Pina opened the Nov. 4 City Council meeting with a statement about recent legal problems alleged against Councilmember Anthony Martinelli. An hour later […]
Volunteers needed for Community Tree Planting Work Party on Sat., Jan. 25
Volunteers are needed for a Community Tree Planting Work Party on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020 near Des Moines Creek: Join SEA Airport and community members to get muddy as we […]
Volunteers needed for Community Tree Planting Work Party on Sat., Jan. 25
Volunteers are needed for a Community Tree Planting Work Party on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020 near Des Moines Creek: Join SEA Airport and community members to get muddy as we […]
Burning Boat Festival, housing, budget & more discussed at Thursday night’s Des Moines City Council
By Mellow DeTray Here’s our recap of the Des Moines City Council meeting held Thursday night, Sept. 14, 2023: Burning Boat Festival Returns Last New Year’s Eve, Des Moines celebrated […]
Joint organized crime & money laundering operation started with complaint about local massage parlor
On Thursday, May 2, 2023, King County Sheriff’s Office Detectives arrested two suspects in connection with a two-year-long organized crime and money laundering operation. The investigation began in January, 2021 […]
Goals & obstacles, staff shortages, legal & more discussed at Des Moines City Council Thursday night
By Mellow DeTray Here’s our recap of the Des Moines City Council Study Session held on Thursday night, Mar. 2, 2023: Public Comments One commenter spoke at this meeting, letting […]
Mayor Mahoney releases statement on new allegations against councilmember Martinelli
On Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, The Seattle Times published a story outlining additional domestic violence allegations against Des Moines City Councilmember Anthony Martinelli, and newly-elected Mayor Matt Mahoney also released […]
Des Moines Mayor calls for councilmember Martinelli’s resignation after arrest on domestic-violence allegations
Photo of Anthony Martinelli courtesy City of Des MoinesBy Nicholas Johnson Des Moines Mayor Matt Pina says he hopes councilmember Anthony Martinelli has “the fortitude to resign” in light of […]
A few moments with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
[EDITOR’S NOTE: This column – originally published on our sister site The B-Town Blog in 2008 – is in honor of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, whose life and […]