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FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: A strange hangover.

I woke up this morning feeling a little hungover. It was early and dark and disorienting. I forgot where I was and felt lost. My head was foggy and my eyesight was unclear. I rattled around inside my tin can for a few minutes before things straightened out. I put on cozy, early morning clothes.…

November 13, 2026November 13, 2026

DAL Law Firm: Keeping your estate plan private with a Revocable Living Trust

November 12, 2026November 12, 2026

Will the Krull’s turkeys get a pardon this year? Normandy Park food drive will take your vote through Nov. 26

November 12, 2026November 12, 2026

Water you doing to prepare for a flood?

November 11, 2026November 11, 2026

REMINDER: Des Moines to honor Veterans with ceremony at Underwood Memorial Park this Wednesday, Nov. 11

November 10, 2026November 10, 2026

‘Bit of Norway’ fundraiser brings waffles, baked goods and crafts to SeaTac on Saturday, Nov. 14

November 10, 2026November 10, 2026

The Hidden Magic Show will bring mind reading and illusion to Burien’s Tin Theater Dec. 5, Jan. 9 & Feb. 6

November 10, 2026November 10, 2026

Fred Swanson to step down as Highline Schools Foundation Executive Director

November 9, 2026November 9, 2026

Des Moines Area Food Bank founder to speak at North Hill meeting Tuesday, Nov. 10

November 8, 2026November 8, 2026

Highline school bond reaches 63.62% support, technology levy also leads in Friday election returns

November 7, 2026November 7, 2026

Des Moines City Council weighs downtown zoning changes as red light camera revenue declines

November 7, 2026November 7, 2026

Grace Lutheran Church to host 30th annual Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 21 in Des Moines

November 7, 2026November 8, 2026

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: No rocks.

November 6, 2026November 6, 2026

REMINDER: Help Highline Schools Foundation by rockin’ out with the Positrons this Saturday night, Nov. 7 at Des Moines Theater

November 5, 2026November 5, 2026

Discover Seattle Christian School at its K-12 Open House for prospective families on Nov. 12 & Feb. 4

November 5, 2026November 5, 2026

Celebrate Día de los Muertos at Burien Community Center this Friday night, Nov. 6

November 5, 2026November 5, 2026

Latest

ELECTION RESULTS 2: Second round of returns for South King County schools, legislative races and local measures

November 4, 2026November 4, 2026

Normandy Park Winterfest seeking community support, sponsors ahead of Dec. 5 celebration

November 4, 2026November 4, 2026

ELECTION RESULTS 1: Highline Schools bond, technology levy lead in first returns

November 3, 2026November 3, 2026

Des Moines to honor veterans with Nov. 11 ceremony at Underwood Memorial Park

November 3, 2026November 3, 2026

Election Day brings focus to King County’s legal defense of local voting

November 3, 2026November 3, 2026

Crime

Prosecutors charge uncle and nephew in Sept. 20 Des Moines fatal shooting of Abraham Logan

October 19, 2026October 19, 2026

Two downtown shootings prompt added patrols in downtown Des Moines

October 16, 2026October 16, 2026

Burien restaurant owner admitted slashing tires, police report says; attorney says one case dismissed

October 16, 2026October 16, 2026

Two arrested in Sept. 20 Abraham Logan shooting death in Des Moines

October 15, 2026October 15, 2026

VIDEO: Four teens arrested in suspected car theft ring at SeaTac’s Angle Lake Station

October 14, 2026October 14, 2026

SWAT takes barricaded suspect into custody in Tukwila Tuesday night

October 14, 2026October 14, 2026

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Politics

Des Moines City Council approves $126,500 holiday tree in split vote, raises property tax levy

October 30, 2026October 30, 2026

Cities of Des Moines, Burien and SeaTac urge Port of Seattle to delay final airport environmental review

October 28, 2026October 28, 2026

Experience, integrity, and service: a message from Harry Steinmetz

October 21, 2026October 21, 2026

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘Our kids need safe, modern schools now,’ former Highline employee says

October 20, 2026October 20, 2026

VIDEO: Hear from local candidates as they discuss safety, homelessness, state spending and more at joint chamber showcase

October 19, 2026October 19, 2026

PHOTOS: Voices from the ‘No Kings IV’ rally held in Des Moines on Saturday, Oct. 17

October 18, 2026October 18, 2026

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Arts & Entertainment

South King County Fine Arts Roundup: November brings concerts, theater and art shows

November 3, 2026November 3, 2026

Kraken’s November home schedule features $3 happy hour beers & hot dogs and theme nights

November 2, 2026November 2, 2026

Explore halal eats in SeaTac’s Global Dining District

October 30, 2026October 30, 2026

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Well-lived grief.

October 30, 2026October 30, 2026

Maury Island UFO mystery cruise will be up for auction at this Sunday’s ‘Back to the Brunch’ auction for Des Moines Legacy Foundation

October 27, 2026October 27, 2026

REMINDER: Highline College Foundation bringing true crime panel/podcast to Des Moines Theater this Tuesday night, Oct. 27

October 26, 2026October 26, 2026

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Sherri Boatman on FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: A strange hangover.
Thank you my sweet precious David for the beautiful insight about sunrises and sunsets. For one thing , now that…
Peter SF VacTruck on Water you doing to prepare for a flood?
The safety of the people must be a priority, so I really appreciate all the tips to keep us safe,…
Susan Cysewski on Des Moines City Council weighs downtown zoning changes as red light camera revenue declines
Interesting dilemma. Des Moines could really use a marine themed brewey/restaurant with a view deck or rooftop dining. Anthony’s is…
Sweet T on Prosecutors charge uncle and nephew in Sept. 20 Des Moines fatal shooting of Abraham Logan
Hope they both see hell all in the prison and he’ll🎯 Rest in peace lil lil cousin🕊️
Susie on Des Moines neighbors repair vandalized sculpture for second time in a year
Thanks Fred and Doug, for using your time and talents to fix these sculptures. Hopefully, the vandals will grow up…
Des Moines WA on Des Moines police investigating second shooting since Sept. 20 on same downtown block
Time to start recording at the station between 1 and 3 am. Maybe that will get them out and about…before…