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Forecast: Warm and wonderfully boring
Today was a similar day to yesterday — minus thunderstorms and plus breezy conditions — which made it feel a little better outside. The weekend looks fantastic for the State Fair or any outdoor activities. For a lot of kiddos, we’re moving through the end of summer break with nice weather! Above, the European computer […]
Urbandale Food Pantry hosts 5th annual bike ride to combat hunger in central Iowa
The Urbandale Food Pantry will host its 5th annual Pedal for the Pantry Bike Ride on Aug. 25 at 9 a.m. at Des Moines Water Works Park. Riders can select between four routes, all of which begin and end at Water Works Park and include stops at participating bars and breweries. Upon finishing, the Des Moines Biergarten will provide live music and refreshments from 1 to 3 p.m. In addition, the pantry is collaborating with Mulberry Farm & Food Truck from Central Iowa Shelter & Services to offer brunch. For every brunch ticket purchased, Central Iowa Shelter & Services will provide a nourishing meal to one unhoused individual. To register, visit the Urbandale Food Pantry website.
Biscuit Bar shines as first-time fair vendor with breakfast options, early hours
DES MOINES, Iowa — When Jamie Adkins told his wife Jennifer that he was interested in buying a state fair concession stand, she wasn't sold on the idea. "In the past, there hasn't been a lot of breakfast vendors on the fairgrounds, and we wanted to do something different," Jamie said. "I've worked off and on for my cousin for 20 years at the Rib Shack, and decided to do my own thing."
Community garden finally gets win vs. restrictive city ordinances
DES MOINES, Iowa — For a hundred years, it was a forgotten space. “It was barren. Not much of anything,” says neighbor, Bill Callahan, of the half-acre lot at 24th and High Streets in Des Moines. “I presumed it would become a parking lot for somebody.” But Ryan Francois saw something in it. “I live […]
Town hall attendees want City Council to reconsider changes to homelessness policies
She remembered the services that helped save her life. Emergency shelters operated by Hope Ministries and Catholic Charities offered brief periods of refuge for Leah Waughtal-Magiera as she grew up with a mother coping with meth addiction. ...
Iowa police arrest suspect for flyers posted outside Latino businesses in Hampton
DES MOINES, Iowa — A suspect was taken into custody Thursday after flyers suggesting "hunting" illegal immigrants were posted outside Latino-owned businesses in northern Iowa. Hampton police and the Franklin County Sheriff's office began investigating this week. Flyers that read in part "Illegal Immigrant Hunting Permit, Trump 2024" were...
Dedication Held for New Playground at Chautauqua Park
A dedication and ribbon cutting for the new playground at Chautauqua Park in Storm Lake was held this (Fri) morning. Porsch recognized the Paxton Family Trust for partnering with the City to make the playground possible…. The new Chautauqua Park playground is designed to have features for children of all...
Sheldon, Northwestern grad wins CPA award
Four hundred hours equals more than 16 full 24-hour days. It’s the amount of time that Hannah Van Meeteren, a graduate of Sheldon High School and Northwestern College in Orange City, spent studying for her certified public accountant exam, a four-part assessment required of accounting majors to receive their CPA license.
Odebolt Woman Wins 100 Thousand Dollar Iowa Lottery Prize
An Odebolt woman has won a top Iowa Lottery Prize. Paula Miller won a 100 thousand dollar prize in the lottery’s “$100,000 Mega Crossword” scratch game. Miller purchased her winning ticket at the Casey’s store in Ida Grove. “I went to Casey’s in Ida Grove, picked...
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