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'Saved a lot of lives': Warren County dog rescue closing its doors
PROLE, Iowa — An animal shelter in Warren County is closing its doors. The Second Chance Dog Rescue in Prole says it does not have enough volunteers or funds to properly care for the animals. It says it is working to get all the dogs into foster homes or adopted.
Historic front page from the Des Moines Register, March 9, 1926: School voters reject KKK
As anti-immigrant, anti-Catholic and anti-Black sentiment mounts in the 1920s, the Ku Klux Klan becomes increasingly powerful across the Midwest. On March 9, 1926, the Des Moines Register's sister paper, the Evening Tribune, reports that a ticket headed by women has turned back an effort to install a KKK majority on the city's school board. The women-led effort succeeds just six years after passage of the 19th Amendment grants women the right to vote. One of the successful candidates, Millicent Lincoln, identified in the article as Mrs. S.E. Lincoln, becomes president of the board and serves as a longtime leader of the Iowa PTA.
Adult-only pool club opens in Des Moines
DES MOINES, Iowa — A new pool just for adults opened off of Hubbell Avenue near the Outlets of Des Moines on the Fourth of July. It’s called Broadway Beach House and it only allows entry to guests ages 21 and up. The club includes two bars, a...
Valley West Mall tenant shares story of being evicted following water damages
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — A former tenant who was kicked out of Valley West Mall in May said management did not help her address the flooding and water damage found in her unit that same month. Jenn Thompson, who operates the Author Indie Book Expo, alleges mall staff...
FEMA opens disaster recovery center in Pleasant Hill for victims of spring storms
As central Iowa residents recover from damage caused by spring tornadoes and other storms, the Federal Emergency Management Agency is opening a temporary Disaster Recovery Center this week to help them apply for aid. The worst storm during that period was a May 20 EF4 tornado that touched down near Villisca, then traveled 40 miles northeast, killing a woman in a car near Corning before striking Greenfield, the Adair County seat, where it killed four more people,...
'Please celebrate responsibly': Des Moines officials report fireworks damage at 19 city parks
DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines Parks and Recreation officials continue to find fireworks damage and trash at local parks. City staffers found serious damage in the men's restroom at Riverview Park last weekend and, on Friday, shared photos of other fireworks issues on the Parks and Rec Facebook page.
Iowa doctor wants access to Board of Medicine’s investigative files
An Iowa physician is taking the state’s Board of Medicine to court in an effort to gain access to its investigative files on him. Dr. Hamza Alsayouf of Des Moines is suing the Iowa Board of Medicine in Polk County District Court, alleging it is in violation of state law by refusing to turn over […] The post Iowa doctor wants access to Board of Medicine’s investigative files appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
1,000 Fines Ahead: Iowa Speed Cameras Enforce Stricter Speed Limits Across Cities
Starting July 1, Iowa implemented new speed cameras in cities like Davenport, Cedar Rapids, and Des Moines, automatically issuing fines up to $1,000 for drivers exceeding the speed limit by over 11 mph, aiming to enhance road safety and deter reckless driving. New Iowa Speed Cameras Aim to Improve Road Safety with Hefty Fines and […]
One-room country schools had deep roots in Boone Township
This article comprises research conducted by Sue Leslie, Myrna Griffith and Deanette Snyder. Boone Township is located in the southeast corner of Dallas County. According to the 1970 “Van Meter Centennial History,” which also includes history for Booneville, the Fox and Sac Indians roamed the territory for centuries.
'Together we rise': Madison County residents fundraise for family who lost home in Winterset
WINTERSET, Iowa — Madison County residents, alongside friends and family of Winterset couple Ryan and Mandy Gainuss came together Saturday afternoon for a fundraiser at Covered Bridges Winery to help raise money for rebuilding efforts of the family's home that was destroyed in a deadly, EF-4 tornado in 2022.
Drinking Water Advisory remains for Some Union and Madison Co. residents
Some residents in Union and Madison counties will remain under a ‘Drinking Water Advisory’ until early next week. According to the Southern Iowa Rural Water Association (SIRWA), the water distribution system north of Afton, Lorimor, Thayer and surrounding areas experienced issues on Thursday night (July4). As a result, customer accounts ending with numbers 055, 003, 063 […]
One Month Until the 2024 Iowa State Fair Begins
DES MOINES, IA (07/08/2024) (readMedia)– Get ready to catch Fair Fever at the Iowa State Fair, August 8-18, 2024. With 11 groovy, fun-filled, action-packed days of food, games, rides and music – there’s something fun for everyone! This year, the Iowa State Fair has added more ways for people to enjoy all 11 days.
Urbandale City Council adopts new flag
The Urbandale City Council officially adopted the new city flag during last week’s council meeting. The flag, which features six of the letter “U” in light blue and white intertwined to form a star on a dark blue field, represents the unity of “people, natural resources, businesses, schools, transportation and local government,” according to a news release. The design was selected by community members from more than 440 designs submitted to the Flag Design Committee, which included Urbandale Mayor Bob Andeweg and Urbandale residents. Residents can purchase flag merchandise at Urbandale City Hall, 3600 86th St. To learn more, visit www.urbandale.org/flag.
Louisiana, keep your hands off my Commandments
Neal Schuster is the rabbi of Temple B’nai Jeshurun in Des Moines. This essay is the prepared version of remarks he delivered at a Shabbat service on June 28. Well, let’s see – what’s in the news? What’s in the news?. Hmm, let’s see. Oh,...
Edna Griffin: Iowa Time Machin July 7, 1947
Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On July 7, 1948, at roughly 3:45 p.m., Edna Griffin entered the Katz Drug Store in downtown Des Moines. The manager of the popular lunch counter said: “It is the policy of our store that we don’t serve colored people.” In response, sit-ins and pickets popped up at several local lunch counters with discriminatory policies, and the state ultimately upheld the manager's conviction for violating a statute prohibiting discrimination in public accommodations.
Indianola City Council Discusses Willowcrest
The Indianola City Council discussed the expansion of the Willowcrest area at their work session Monday, which is still in early development. City Manager Ben Reeves tells KNIA News the city and council wanted to look at how best to go about developing one of the most likely areas of expansion for the city, while also taking advantage of current amenities such as the Summerset Trail.
Des Moines Register at 175: Pursuing rigorous reporting amid technological, societal change
If you’ve ever complained that the Des Moines Register is nothing more than a blatant mouthpiece of the Democratic establishment, you’re partially correct — if we’re talking 175 years ago. A gaggle of fledgling partisan newspapers in the mid-1800s planted roots for what in the 20th century would mature into the Register, the state’s...
Central Iowa community helps clear animal shelter before nearby fireworks show
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — With the help of central Iowa animal lovers, one West Des Moines shelter had all of its animals in homes before the city's Fourth of July fireworks show. Furry Friends Refuge is located just down the street from the Jamie Hurd Amphitheater, where the...
Disaster specialist returns to N'West Iowa
REGIONAL—Not all superheroes wear capes. In Leon Freeman’s case, a pair of rubber boots can do the job. The disaster recovery and administrative specialist from Veenstra & Kimm Inc. in Des Moines has temporarily moved his priorities to N’West Iowa, bringing his past U.S. Department of Homeland Security experience to help residents affected by the flooding that hit the region June 21-22.
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