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

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

REMINDER: Local veterans Tony Hettler and Pat Nardo will speak at a Veterans Day ceremony this Wednesday, Nov. 11, at Steven J. Underwood Memorial Park in Des Moines, where families, friends and neighbors are invited to gather in recognition of military service. A reception begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by the ceremony at 11:11 a.m., at…

November 10, 2026November 10, 2026

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

‘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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

November 5, 2026November 5, 2026

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

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

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

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

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

November 3, 2026November 3, 2026

Latest

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

November 3, 2026November 3, 2026

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

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

October 30, 2026October 30, 2026

Explore halal eats in SeaTac’s Global Dining District

October 30, 2026October 30, 2026

Crime

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

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

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

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

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

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

SWAT takes barricaded suspect into custody in Tukwila Tuesday night

October 14, 2026October 14, 2026

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Politics

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

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

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

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

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

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

October 18, 2026October 18, 2026

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Another ‘No Kings’ rally?! Why?

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Another ‘No Kings’ rally?! Why?

October 12, 2026October 12, 2026

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Arts & Entertainment

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Well-lived grief.

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

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

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

October 26, 2026October 26, 2026

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Burning boats.

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Burning boats.

October 23, 2026October 23, 2026

Walk with the Waterland Walkers and see the Redondo Boardwalk, Bubblelator, Wooten Park and MaST Center this Saturday, Oct. 24

Walk with the Waterland Walkers and see the Redondo Boardwalk, Bubblelator, Wooten Park and MaST Center this Saturday, Oct. 24

October 22, 2026October 22, 2026

Waterland Trick or Treat Path will bring Halloween fun to downtown Des Moines on Friday, Oct. 30

Waterland Trick or Treat Path will bring Halloween fun to downtown Des Moines on Friday, Oct. 30

October 21, 2026October 21, 2026

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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…
Larry Steele on Saltwater Collective co-owner to speak at North Hill Community Club this Tuesday night, Oct. 13
Great North Hill CC story! Thanks!
BirchCreek on Des Moines police investigating second shooting since Sept. 20 on same downtown block
Maybe regular patrols past this trouble spot in our fair city at the bars closing time might be prudent? No…
Bob on Highline students can’t afford to wait
Perhaps if they spent their time educating instead of indoctrinating our students, I would be more inclined to vote for…

LATEST NEWS

Des Moines Police invite residents to have ‘Coffee with a Cop’ this Thursday, Oct. 29

Des Moines Police invite residents to have ‘Coffee with a Cop’ this Thursday, Oct. 29

October 28, 2026October 28, 2026

Highline Public Schools superintendent recommends closing Maritime High School in June 2027

Highline Public Schools superintendent recommends closing Maritime High School in June 2027

October 28, 2026October 28, 2026

Mount Rainier’s football Rams falls to Stadium, 17–14, despite early lead

Mount Rainier’s football Rams falls to Stadium, 17–14, despite early lead

October 25, 2026October 25, 2026

Some Highline Public Schools student and employee information exposed in cybersecurity incident

Some Highline Public Schools student and employee information exposed in cybersecurity incident

October 24, 2026October 24, 2026

Rotary Club’s ‘Coats for Kids’ drive starts Monday, Oct. 26

Rotary Club’s ‘Coats for Kids’ drive starts Monday, Oct. 26

October 24, 2026October 24, 2026

SeaTac’s fusion at its finest: where to go when you just can’t choose

SeaTac’s fusion at its finest: where to go when you just can’t choose

October 20, 2026October 20, 2026

Discover Des Moines’ landmark history at Rotary Club presentation on Wednesday, Nov. 11

Discover Des Moines’ landmark history at Rotary Club presentation on Wednesday, Nov. 11

October 20, 2026October 20, 2026

DAL Law Firm: 3 Common Estate Planning Myths

DAL Law Firm: 3 Common Estate Planning Myths

October 20, 2026October 20, 2026

Free Vintage Band concert will honor veterans in Des Moines on Saturday, Nov. 7

Free Vintage Band concert will honor veterans in Des Moines on Saturday, Nov. 7

October 20, 2026October 19, 2026

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