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Rep. Adam Smith seeks $3 million to redesign Midway Park in Des Moines - The Waterland Blog

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith is pushing for $3 million in federal funding to support a major redesign and expansion of Midway Park in Des Moines, part of a broader effort to revitalize public spaces in Washington’s 9th Congressional District. The proposed improvements target accessibility, safety and usability for the Pacific Ridge neighborhood, where the park is currently underutilized due to limited infrastructure, outdated lighting, and poor visibili…Read Article

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Des Moines City Council reviews Woodmont project, light rail progress, meeting rules and more - The Waterland Blog

On Thursday, June 5, 2025, the Des Moines City Council convened for a Committee of the Whole and Study Session to address a range of significant topics. The agenda featured a presentation on a major mixed-use development on Pacific Highway, an update from Sound Transit on the nearly completed light rail extension, and a spirited debate among councilmembers regarding potential revisions to the City Council Protocol Manual. Discussions centered on…Read Article

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Rusty gun found during recent low tide to be donated for crime lab training, Des Moines Police say - The Waterland Blog

A crusty, rust-covered gun discovered by a citizen during low tide in Des Moines on May 26, 2025 will be donated to the Washington State Patrol (WSP) Crime Lab for training, according to the Des Moines Police Department (DMPD). The weapon was recovered along the city’s shoreline and appeared heavily corroded. Officials did not indicate whether the gun was connected to any active investigation, but said it would serve a useful role in law enforce…Read Article

Des Moines Police secure nearly $284K state grant to continue Mental Health Co-Responder program - The Waterland Blog

The Des Moines Police Department has been awarded $283,480.67 in state grant funding to continue its Mental Health Co-Responder program, that officials say provides vital crisis support for vulnerable residents. The grant, awarded through the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC), will sustain the city’s “Getting People Services” (GPS) program from July 2025 through June 2027. The program pairs police officers with trained…Des Moines, Washington · Des Moines Read Article

Seal pup being nurtured back to health after found staving on Washington beach

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A harbor seal pup, found alone and starving in Des Moines, Washington, is recovering at a local rehabilitation center and preparing for a return to the wild.Health · Des Moines See the Story

Motorcyclist killed in Des Moines crash identified as 67-year-old local resident - The Waterland Blog

Authorities have identified the motorcyclist who died in a crash on Friday, May 23, on Des Moines Memorial Drive as Alonzo Curtis Crawford, 67, of Des Moines. According to the King County Medical Examiner’s Office, Crawford died from multiple blunt force injuries following a collision that occurred near the intersection of Des Moines Memorial Drive and South 212th Street. His death has been ruled an accident.Des Moines, Washington · Des Moines Read Article

MIBBB Fest inspires out-of-this-world Scavenger Hunt at Westfield Southcenter Mall - The B-Town (Burien) Blog

Explore Seattle Southside is inviting Earthlings and extraterrestrials alike to embark on an out-of-this-world quest with “The Southcenter Files,” a free, phone-based scavenger hunt happening June 13–20 at Westfield Southcenter Mall. The fun new interactive event is part of the 2025 Men in Black Birthday Bash (MIBBB Fest), a celebration of the region’s UFO history, including the infamous 1947 “Maury Island Incident.” Visitors can channel their i…Des Moines, Washington · Des Moines See the Story

Fatal motorcycle crash closes Des Moines Memorial Drive Friday - The Waterland Blog

A fatal motorcycle collision has shut down a section of Des Moines Memorial Drive South as Des Moines Police and the Washington State Patrol investigate the scene.Police reported that Des Moines Memorial Drive South is closed between Marine View Drive and S. 212th Street (map below). The closure began Friday morning, May 23, 2025 and is expected to remain in effect for several hours.Des Moines, Washington · Des Moines Read Article

Overnight Closures on Southbound SR 99, Local Streets Planned June 1-5 in South King County - The B-Town (Burien) Blog

Overnight lane closures along SR 99 continue starting Sunday, June 1, in SeaTac and Des Moines for an ongoing sidewalk improvement project. Right lane closures are planned nightly on southbound SR 99 between South 200th Street in SeaTac and SR 516 in Des Moines from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Sunday, June 1, until Thursday morning, June 5. Overnight closures also are planned on local streets where they intersect with SR 99 during the same times. Signed d…Des Moines, Washington · Des Moines See the Story

CIH Reception at WPX 2025 to Feature D.C. Insider Jim Wiesemeyer on Ag Policy - Swineweb.com - Complete Swine News, Markets, Commentary, and Technical Info

Trends “Trade, Tariffs, and Trump” will be the hot topic as Commodity & Ingredient Hedging (CIH) hosts a timely and thought-provoking reception at the 2025 World Pork Expo. Join industry […] The post CIH Reception at WPX 2025 to Feature D.C. Insider Jim Wiesemeyer on Ag Policy appeared first on Swineweb.com - Complete Swine News, Markets, Commentary, and Technical Info.Stock Markets · Des Moines Read Article

Des Moines Memorial Drive Preservation Association's annual Memorial Day observance will be Monday, May 26 - The B-Town (Burien) Blog

The Des Moines Memorial Drive Preservation Association will be holding its annual Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 26, 2024, starting at 11 a.m. This will be held at the old Sunnydale Elementary School building located at the corner of South 156th Street and Des Moines Memorial Drive (DMMD; map below). There is parking on both sides of the school. The American Legion will present the colors. Chris Plyman, American Legion Historian, will…Memorial Day · Des Moines Read Article