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13 guns intercepted at Des Moines airport in 2024, up from 7 last year
DES MOINES, Iowa — 13 guns have been intercepted at security checkpoints in the Des Moines International Airport so far this year, the Transportation Security Administration announced Tuesday. That's an increase from 2023, when seven guns total were detected at the airport for the entire year. With three months...
When is the first frost in Des Moines? The Old Farmer's Almanac says chilly days are near
With the first day of fall behind us, the first frost is the next indicator for Iowans to prepare for the upcoming winter. The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts when the first and last frost of the year will be. Some towns in Iowa already have passed the estimated frost dates. In other cities, like Des Moines, residents still have time for last-minute gardening before temperatures begin to drop. ...
East Village farm-to-table restaurant plans to open a second location. Find out where.
Last month, chef Lisa LaValle announced she was retiring after a decade-long career as the chef at Trellis Cafe, the plant-based restaurant inside the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden in Des Moines. Now comes word that Suman Hoque and his wife Dr. Cynthia Hoque are bringing their own brand of farm-to-table fare to...
Des Moines woman injured after falling into hole on downtown sidewalk
DES MOINES, Iowa – A pedestrian is considering legal action after a lunch-hour walk led to injuries. Shelley Renes is an attendance clerk at Des Moines Public Schools’ Central Campus, who often gets fresh air with a coworker over their lunch hour. “We always head down to the Sculpture Park and walk the same path, […]
Caitlin Clark Confirms Off-Season Plans—No Basketball in Sight
Caitlin Clark Confirms Off-Season Plans—No Basketball in Sight. With Caitlin Clark's rookie season in the books, we're all wondering what she'll be getting up to now. People were speculating that she might be a part of the new 3-on-3 league Unrivaled or she might go to play overseas. It...
Scoop: Wells Fargo closing in on sale of downtown campus
Wells Fargo's 1.4 million-square-foot downtown campus is under contract with an undisclosed, out-of-state buyer, Axios has learned.Why it matters: The sale could accelerate Des Moines' business district's transformation beyond its traditional role as a 9-to-5 financial hub.The buyer plans to redevelop the property into office and retail space, with the potential for residences and a hotel, says Justin Lossner, a senior managing director in JLL's Des Moines office, which listed the property.He declined to confirm the buyer's identity.Flashback: In 2023, Wells Fargo announced it was moving most of its downtown employees to its Jordan Creek campus in West Des Moines.At...
ARL of Iowa opens West Des Moines adoption spot
The Animal Rescue League of Iowa is partnering with a West Des Moines boarding facility to house 30 dogs available for adoption.Driving the news: The ARL and Canine Country Club opened "ARL Club WDM" this week to make it easier for people in the western suburbs to find their newest furry friend.It also helps free up room at the main shelter in Des Moines, which has struggled to house an uptick in dogs.By the numbers: Nearly 4,000 dogs have been surrendered or brought to the shelter this year, about 100 more than the same time last year, according to a statement from the ARL.The big picture: A lack of affordable pet-friendly housing in the metro is prompting more people to give their pets up to the shelter, the ARL has previously said.The ARL advocates for landlords to make properties more pet-friendly by evaluating restrictions or financial barriers like extra deposits.The shelter advertises pet-friendly housing options in the metro on its website.If you go to the new location: Noon–6pm, Mon–Fri; 10am–4pm, Sat–Sun; 2150 Delavan Drive, #1, West Des Moines
Off Hours: Where to go fishing in the fall in Iowa
Off Hours, your free weekly newsletter from the Des Moines Register, showcases all things fun you can do in central Iowa. Recently, we've written about where Clown from Slipknot dines in Des Moines, former Datebook Diner Wini Moranville's new book, working in a haunted house, karaoke bars, where to go thrifting, where to buy crafts, Black-owned businesses, vegan restaurants, gluten-free options, the Amana Colonies and where to buy plants. Hello, Des Moines. I'm Ryan Hanser and this week in Off Hours, I'm encouraging you to chase fish before the snow flies. Two things you...
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