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Death Bloom underway at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
DES MOINES, Iowa- The flowers on the agave ovatifolia at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden are officially opening. Around a month ago, we first introduced you to the death bloom. This agave takes around 10-15 years to bloom and wen it does, it puts on a show. It’s 15-foot stem sprouted around two months […]
Live in a horse lover’s dream home for $1.8 million in Southwestern Hills
A rare opportunity for equestrian enthusiasts to sustain their passion within the Des Moines city limits is listed for sale at $1.8 million in the Southwestern Hills neighborhood. Described by Realtor Sara Hopkins as the “best of both worlds,” the 2,405-square-foot home at 3110 Stanton Ave. in Des Moines sits a short commute from downtown and an even quicker drive to Des Moines International Airport while also creating a horse lover’s oasis on 3.6 acres of...
Your doughnut fix may have to wait: Structure fire closes Krispy Kreme in Clive
A structure fire Saturday night at the Krispy Kreme store in Clive caused severe smoke damage throughout the building, prompting what's expected to be an extended closure, according to a news release from the Clive Fire Department. The Clive store provides doughnuts to the two other metro Krispy Kreme stores,...
Neglected Draft Horse slowly recovering thanks to ARL care
DES MOINES, Iowa (KCRG) – A draft horse is still recovering after the Animal Rescue League of Iowa said someone called about a very thin horse pulling a carriage in downtown Des Moines. The Percheron Horse, named Bruce, was attached to a carriage on June 22 when officers with the ARL arrived and said they clearly saw he was malnourished. Officers reported being able to see every rib, and his hips and spine protruded from beneath his skin. The horse also had small sores and open wounds across his body.
DSM Airport says its systems are working again after Microsoft outage grounded flights across the globe
DES MOINES, Iowa — A spokesperson for the Des Moines International Airport said the airport’s systems are back up after a Microsoft system outage grounded flights across the globe Friday morning. Around midnight, a Microsoft system outage impacted airports across the globe, causing flights to be grounded. Impacted airlines include United, Allegiant, Delta, and American. […]
George the Chili King: Iowa Time Machine July 21, 1933
Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On July 21, 1933, George “The Chili King” Karaidos Jr. was born. The steward of one of Iowa’s most iconic restaurants, George the Chili King thrived as an intergenerational restaurant for a long reign in Des Moines. George Karaidos Sr. arrived in...
Centennial Park's main playground gets new equipment and more shade in Waukee this fall
Waukee plans to upgrade the main playground at one of its larger parks this fall to appeal to more children and provide additional shade. Waukee City Council members unanimously approved a nearly $650,000 quote for the purchase of playground equipment, surfacing and other site amenities for Centennial Park's nearly 25-year-old central playground on July 15.
Learn to Hunt program opens registration for waterfowl course
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is offering a program to teach skills needed to hunt, field dress and cook waterfowl to women who have little to no waterfowl hunting experience. “Waterfowl hunting can be challenging and this course will teach basic strategies, proper equipment, where to hunt, safe...
Indianola Parks and Rec Tunes and Treats Coming in August
Indianola Parks and Rec is preparing for the next performance in their Tunes and Treats Concert Series, featuring country music singer/songwriter Robert Deitch. Kathy Kester with Indianola Parks and Rec tells KNIA News Deitch is a Nashville Music Row staff writer with over 20 songs that have been cut by other artists, and his songs provide the listener a vivid story experience. Deitch has shared the stage with Thomas Rhett, Trent Tomlinson, Kendell Marvel, Zane Williams and others, and previously performed at the Activity Center in 2021 and 2022. The concert is August 13th from 1-2pm at the Indianola Activity Center.
Movie Review: 'Oddity'
DES MOINES, Iowa — With the amount of horror offerings this summer, you’d think it was Halloween season already (I wish!). While some have failed to hit their marks—The Watchers and The Exorcism, just to name the couple stinkers I actually viewed—most have been very good. With just under half the season to go, we still have more to come, including one of my most anticipated: Alien: Romulus.
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