Help Prevent Human Trafficking at Meeting in Des Moines Tuesday, April 16

Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery. It is thriving throughout our Nation, including Washington State. The solution to this complex social problem requires more than increasing efforts; it... [Read more]

Washington Engage Coalition Against Trafficking Meeting will be March 12

Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery, and it is thriving throughout our Nation, including right here in Washington State! The solution to this complex social problem requires more than increasing... [Read more]

Learn About Wildlife Habitats at Des Moines Library on Sunday, Sept. 9

Sustainable Burien’s next meeting will be from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 9, and will focus on wildlife habitats at home or in the community. This next gathering will take place at a new... [Read more]

Special Council Meeting Saturday To Review Proposed Zoning Changes

by Ralph Nichols Proposed zoning changes in downtown Des Moines, which could bring a new look to the Marina District, will be the focus of a special city council meeting tomorrow (March 26). The council’s... [Read more]

Crime Investigation Cuts Short Meeting Between Mayor And Police Guild

by Ralph Nichols Today’s (Jan. 7) meeting between Des Moines Mayor Bob Sheckler and Des Moines Police Officers Guild President Sgt. Ross Stuth, to discuss fallout from the shooting of Rosie the Newfoundland,... [Read more]

Celebrate Veteran’s Day With Des Moines Historical Society Nov. 10th

Des Moines girls roll bandages for wounded soldiers in Europe (WWII). Click to view larger image. The Des Moines Historical Society is holding a special Veteran’s Day event on Wednesday, Nov. 10th... [Read more]

City Holding Open House For Transportation Gateway Project Nov. 2nd

The City of Des Moines will be holding its fourth Open House on its Transportation Gateway Project on Tuesday, Nov. 2nd from 5pm – 7pm at the Senior Activities Center, located at 2045 South 216th Street. The... [Read more]

Run A Business? Meet Fellow Biz Folks At Monthly Meeting Oct. 26th

The Des Moines Business Committee is seeking locally-based businesspeople to attend their monthly meetings, the next one set for Tuesday, Oct. 26th from 8am – 9am at Bjorneby’s CARSTAR, located... [Read more]

Mayor Uses “Very Rare” Opportunity to Promote Local Opportunities in China

[EDITOR'S NOTE: Des Moines Mayor Bob Sheckler just completed a five-day business trip to China. We had hoped to post email updates and photos he'd send to us, but due to communication censorship by the... [Read more]

Burien Breakfast Toastmasters Holding Open House September 9

Going on job interviews? Giving a business presentation? Leading a meeting? Need confidence? Toastmasters is the answer! The ability to speak well is crucial to success, but have you ever evaluated your... [Read more]

Toastmasters International Say: “Area 41 Has More Fun!”

Toastmaster and Burien resident Steve Kennedy attended the District 2 Changeover Meeting last Saturday, where he was officially granted the status of Area 41 Governor as the Toastmaster fiscal year begins... [Read more]

Soundwaves Toastmasters Holding Open House Thursday, June 17

The Soundwaves Toastmasters Club of Des Moines will be holding an Open House this Thursday, June 17th, from 6:30pm – 8:30pm, and everyone’s invited. This event will be held at the Wesley Homes... [Read more]

Congressman Adam Smith Holding Open House Wednesday

Congressman Adam Smith will be hosting an Open House this Wednesday, June 2nd, from 7pm – 8:30pm at the Des Moines Activity Center, which is located at 2045 South 216th Street. Smith “is looking... [Read more]

Waterview Crossing Development Causes City Council Fireworks

by Ralph Nichols A public hearing on an application for a planned unit development at Pacific Ridge took an unexpected twist and, later, an usual turn during the May 27 Des Moines City Council meeting. Before... [Read more]

Community Forum On Civil Rights In Schools Will Be Tuesday, May 25

The Equity and Civil Rights division of the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is holding a series of community forums to gather input on HB3026, a new Washington state law that bans... [Read more]

Sea-Tac Airport Director Addresses Noise Issues At C.A.S.E. Meeting

Story & Photos by Rachel M. Lusby Noise problems were the primary topic on the minds of at least 30 attendees at Wednesday’s C.A.S.E. meeting (Citizens Against SeaTac Expansion). Managing Director... [Read more]

First Port Commission Public Meeting On Viaduct Is Feb. 2nd In Des Moines

The Port of Seattle Commission released a draft of its memorandum of agreement (download PDF here) with the State of Washington Monday (Feb. 1st) detailing its contribution to the proposed bored tunnel... [Read more]

Airport’s Part 150 Noise Study Workshop Is Wednesday, Feb. 24th

A public workshop for Sea-Tac Airport’s Part 150 Noise Study is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 24th, from 5pm – 7pm at Mount Rainier High School, which is located at 22450 19th Ave South right here... [Read more]

Wednesday’s Des Moines Candidates’ Forum: Incumbents vs Challengers

Incumbent Des Moines council members jousted with challengers at a candidates’ forum Wednesday afternoon (Oct. 7th) at the city’s Senior Activity Center. Despite their stated differences, however,... [Read more]

Beer Can And Breweriana Show Coming To Des Moines Oct. 3rd

A “Beer Can and Breweriana Show” is coming to the Des Moines Masonic Temple (located at 2208 South 223rd Street) this Saturday, Oct. 3rd from 9am to 1pm. Hosted by the Rainier chapter of the... [Read more]