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Don't boat at Saylorville Lake as water levels rise, debris fills lake, officials warn
Officials from the state and Army Corps of Engineers ask people not to boat at Saylorville Lake during the Fourth of July holiday week as water levels are expected to rise more than 880 feet above sea level. Certain areas at the lake already are closed due to flooding from...
Iowa Has Three Of The Cleanest Cities In America
Maybe because it's summer but I keep noticing a lot of trash all over the place. Like, more than normal. I especially see it along highways and interstates in the ditches and makes me think, "Do we really have that many litterbugs out there?" I guess so. Somehow, someway, Iowa...
Des Moines Buccaneers back out of Merle Hay Mall ice arena plans, but mall leaders say they're moving forward
URBANDALE, Iowa — Officials with Merle Hay Mall say they're moving forward with plans to build an ice arena where the Younkers anchor store once was, even though the Des Moines Buccaneers hockey team have backed out. A spokesperson for the city of Urbandale said Buccaneers officials discontinued talks...
This new Des Moines art installation aims to serve as a connection to Iowa's rivers
A new interactive art installation is coming to Des Moines in an effort to reconnect Iowans to the rivers that flow through the heart of Iowa. Iowa Confluence (ICON) Water Trails has partnered with Bravo Greater Des Moines, the Polk County Board of Supervisors and Polk County Conservation to make the installation called "Hello, River" possible. The sculpture is a product of a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
Des Moines Parks and Rec launches summer Bucket List Challenge
DES MOINES, Iowa — This summer, Des Moines Parks and Recreation wants you to make a bucket list. The department is asking people to explore 16 of the city's parks and trails and take pictures of them enjoying the outdoors. Nature lovers can submit their photos at the end...
Iowa is Home to Some of the Best Diners in the Country
When it comes to diners, Des Moines has some of the highest-rated in the nation!. Back in June, the website Upgraded Points published a list of the 'U.S. Cities With the Highest-Rated Diners.' Before we get to the results, here's how they came up with the rankings:. "To determine the...
How great are Des Moines' diners? See how the city ranks based on Yelp reviews
Des Moines is making itself known for diners and was recently ranked among Las Vegas for cities with the highest-rated diners on Yelp. A study from Upgraded Points reported on more than 2,000 Yelp reviews of diners across 100 cities in the United States to find the cities with the best dinners. One Des Moines diner in particular has stood out from the pack garnering the highest Yelp rating out of all diners in Des Moines. ...
Sensory Swim to launch at select Des Moines aquatic centers
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department is making sure all residents can enjoy a day at the pool. The department is launching a brand-new program at Nahas, Northwest, and Teachout aquatic centers. Sensory Swim provides individuals and families with a calming and relaxing experience. Starting July 7th, from noon until […]
Bottomless booze now legal in West Des Moines, though some restaurants already served it
Some West Des Moines bars and restaurants had been unknowingly violating the city's ban on unlimited alcoholic drink specials by serving bottomless booze during brunch — and local police didn't know about it either. But the specials are now legal under city code, as West Des Moines City Council members passed an ordinance...
Polk County included in Flood Watch affecting multiple Iowa counties
DES MOINES, Iowa — A flood watch is in effect tonight through Tuesday morning for portions of northern and western Iowa. Heavy rainfall is expected to develop with thunderstorms moving in from Nebraska. Streaks of 1-3" of rain look likely, but a few locations rising into the 3-5" range are possible.
Ready for some fireworks? Here's where to find shows near you each night
Get ready for another explosive summer. July Fourth weekend and summer fireworks shows are coming back with full force in central Iowa. Here is a list of Independence Day and other July fireworks shows in the Des Moines metro (organized by date): Looking for a specific date? Click the date to jump ahead to: July...
Des Moines quietly hired an expert to study DART; critics say the firm could profit from it
A new Des Moines-led study on the bus system has come under fire from community members who argue the city secretly approved a murky contract that could stifle DART's ability to expand. For months, Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority's Board of Commissioners has been planning a study to explore how to make the bus system more effective and financially sustainable metrowide. The effort, coined Reimagine DART, comes as the agency barrels toward an estimated $6.7...
Gov. Reynolds Announces Appointments to Iowa’s Boards and Commissions
(Des Moines) Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds announced Monday appointments to Iowa’s boards and commissions. The following appointments are subject to Senate confirmation:. Board of Sign Language Interpreters and Transliterators. Amanda Miller, Pocahontas. Tina Jarvis, Clinton. Amanda Gallant, Polk. Real Estate Commission. John Sweeney, Allamakee. Dakotah Reed, Polk. Alicia Porter,...
7 Best Places to Live in Iowa 2024
When it comes to finding the perfect place to live in Iowa, 2024 offers some truly exceptional options. Iowa is renowned for its strong sense of community, affordable living, and diverse landscapes. I want to highlight the best places to live in Iowa, chosen by:. Vibrant economies. Top-notch schools. Recreational...
Court Center in downtown Des Moines considers office tenants as it rebrands
Working where you used to party? That could happen as the Court Center, once home to a multitude of often rowdy bars and nightclubs, is courting a variety of potential tenants for its now-vacant upper floors. Some of the space, JLL brokerage Vice President Meredith Young said, could be offices. ...
Median home sale price reaches record high. Des Moines parks score well. Iowa education is a concern. Another firearm found at DM airport. Prenuptual agreements.
Des Moines’ Parks and Recreation system was ranked among the top 20 in the country, according to the Trust for Public Land’s (TPL) 2023 ParkScore, which compares 100 of the largest cities in the United States. Des Moines Parks and Recreation’s score improved by three points from 2023 to 2024, from 62.1 to 65.6.
Des Moines River flood mitigation, new trail connections among city's big-ticket projects
From Des Moines River flood mitigation to new trail connections, Iowa's capital city has multiple long-term, high-dollar infrastructure and renovation projects on the horizon. Capital improvement projects are major expenditures that involve the construction and renovation of city-owned buildings and infrastructure. These projects have a minimum life of 10 years, cost at least $10,000 and are funded fully or in part through means such as bonds or federal or state funds.
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