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Missing teen located, now healthy and safe
Kianna Jacobson, 15, has been found in downtown Des Moines according to a Des Moines police Facebook post. Police say she is now safe and healthy. Des Moines police asked the public to help find a missing teen in Des Moines. Jacobson left a residential facility early Sunday morning, according to a Facebook post. Editor's note: This story was updated with news that she was found. Ryan Magalhães is a reporter for the Register. Reach them at rmagalhaes@dmreg.com. This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: Missing teen located, now healthy and safe
Des Moines police 'Summer Squad' curbing downtown crime
DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines police say their crackdown on crime downtown is working. The department launched the "Summer Squad" back in April. They placed six officers on a special assignment, focusing on issues downtown, like speeding or excessive noise. "You got loud mufflers and loud stereos that...
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...
ISU Extension & Outreach Offering Services During Dallas County Fair
The Dallas County Fair is right around the corner, with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach making an appearance. The fair begins tomorrow in Adel and ISU Extension Youth Outreach Educator Kathy Rottinghaus shares that the organization’s theme is “Oh, the Places You’ll Go” by Dr. Seuss, with activities throughout the county fair. One of the activities that will be happening are barn tours, as Educational Facilitator Intern Haylee Wachter elaborates.
The belt-buckled Bronco are an enduring staple of Grupero music, with swooning fans the world over — including Iowa
This article was originally published in Little Village Magazine. When Bronco takes the stage at the Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines, the iconic Mexican group will weave into their live show a tapestry of musical influences imbued with layers of cultural history. Originally hailing from Apodaca in the northeast state of Nuevo León, this five-piece grupero ensemble has been around since the mid-’70s, when they were known as Los Broncos de Apodaca. Since then, they have continued to be fronted by founder José Guadalupe Esparza.
Des Moines police pleased with new fireworks enforcement unit
DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines police are reflecting on what was a busy Fourth of July weekend. The department says it had more fireworks complaints over the holiday weekend when compared to the same timeframe in 2023. And that enforcement has largely been aided by a new DMPD...
Hy-Vee will now accept PayPal, Venmo at checkout
WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (WMBD) — Hy-Vee announced on Monday that PayPal and Venmo will now be accepted for payment. According to a Hy-Vee news release, PayPal and Venmo will be available for Hy-Vee customers using the Aisles Online platform for all grocery and delivery orders. “Our Aisles Online...
Adel man allegedly assaults wife Wednesday
An Adel man was arrested Wednesday night after allegedly assaulting his wife in the home. Jacob Eugene Day, 34, of 611 Court St., Adel, was charged with first-offense domestic abuse assault-bodily injury or mental illness. The incident began about 7 p.m. Wednesday in the 600 block of Court Street, where...
Volunteers still needed in Winterset for RAGBRAI
WINTERSET, Iowa — Volunteers are still needed in Winterset for their RAGBRAI stop. Riders will pass through on Tuesday, July 23. Volunteers would help direct traffic, deliver ice, answer questions and work the beverage garden. A volunteer meeting will be at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16, in the...
Southeast Idaho cowboys and cowgirls compete in National Junior High Finals Rodeo
The National Junior High Finals Rodeo was June 23-29 in Des Moines, Iowa. It featured more than 1,000 cowboys and cowgirls from all across the country, including several who were representing Southeast Idaho. And one of them, nearly won a national championship.
Winners Crowned at Annual Des Moines Challenge Disc Golf Tournament at Pickard Park
The winners have been crowned in the 2024 Des Moines Challenge Disc Golf Pro Tour event, as Anthony Barela took home the men’s title and Emily Weatherman won the women’s. Barela shot a -30 under par 162 over the three rounds at Pickard Park and earned a prize total of $13,000, while Weatherman shot a -18 174 to win $8,000. Urbandale native and reigning champion Gannon Buhr shot a 165 to finish in third place. Find a full link to the scores below.
Amidst bird flu concerns, county fair leaders confident in livestock exhibits
ADEL, Iowa — The Foster family from Minburn is ready to show their animals at the Dallas County Fair. "We have dairy goats. We have meat chickens. And we have layer hens," Lindsey Foster said. Her kids are showing animals at the Dallas County Fair. The Fosters say they're...
Saylorville Lake now expected to crest on Sunday
POLK CITY, Iowa — The water levels at Saylorville Lake reservoir are rising. Gauges show the water has risen to 876 feet at the reservoir. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers forecasts that Saylorville will crest around 881 feet by Sunday. That's just three feet below flood stage. Previously,...
Gary Burgus
Gary Burgus, son of Margaret & Donald Burgus, died Thursday, May 2, 2024, in Council Bluffs, IA. Born in 1948 in Tacoma, Wash., Gary’s family moved to Clarke County, Iowa when he was an infant, and he grew up on a farm outside of Murray. He then moved to Glenwood, IA and lived at Glenwood Resource Center for many years. Most recently Gary enjoyed spending time with his friends and housemates in Council Bluffs, IA.
Lois McCloney
Lois Ann McCloney, daughter of Lyle Howard Saddoris and Mabel Irene (Kelley) Saddoris was born September 10, 1946 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and passed from this life Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa at 77 years of age, surrounded by her family. Lois grew...
Norwalk squads set for Monday road games
Following a four-day break for the holiday weekend, the Norwalk summer sports teams return to action tonight for non-conference road games. The Norwalk softball team travels to Council Bluffs to face Lewis Central in a 7:00 p.m. regular season finale at Iowa Western Community College. The Class 4A third-ranked Warriors are 26-7 overall and looking to enter postseason play on a high note after dropping three of their last four games. The Titans’ overall record stands at 10-19.
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