Des Moines, WA news on Wednesday, October 21, 2026

In Des Moines, WA on Wednesday, October 21, 2026: Waterland Halloween fun Friday; warmest day Wednesday. Also: Free Vintage Band concert honoring veterans plays in Des Moines Saturday, Nov. 7; Rotary Club presents Des Moines landmark history Wednesday, Nov. 11. Weather: Mostly clear and warmest day yet, 41–66°F with light winds.

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Top stories

Waterland Trick or Treat Path brings Halloween fun to downtown Des Moines Friday, Oct. 30.The Waterland Blog · Oct 21, 10:33 AM
Free Vintage Band concert honoring veterans plays in Des Moines Saturday, Nov. 7.The Waterland Blog · Oct 20, 6:57 AM
Rotary Club presents Des Moines landmark history Wednesday, Nov. 11.The Waterland Blog · Oct 20, 2:08 PM

Safety & emergencies

Police investigated a deadly shooting in Des Moines earlier this week.FOX 13 Seattle · Oct 19, 9:22 PM

Business & new openings

Washington Psychological Wellness opens new Germantown office with free parking.The Des Moines Register · Oct 20, 9:59 AM

Community & volunteering

World Food Prize event turned food talks into meal packing.KCCI · Oct 21, 11:15 AM

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