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Welcome to the Richest City in the State of Iowa
What does it mean to be 'rich'? Well to many it means to "have a lot of money." I kid, of course. You can be rich in many aspects of your life with very little money in your bank account. But let's say you are monetarily rich. First of all, congratulations. You're buying the next time we go out. But also, where are you most likely to live here in Iowa?
3 people injured in Wednesday night hit-and-run, DMPD says
DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that injured three pedestrians Wednesday night. Police responded to investigate a report of two pedestrians hit by a car at approximately 7:40 p.m. Wednesday on SW 9th Street and Army Post Road. When they arrived, first responders...
Are Seatbelts Required in Iowa? The Loophole You Don’t Know About
There is no mistaking: you should always wear a seat belt. It's just safer and smarter than the alternative. That said, from a legal standpoint, Iowa is one of only a few states that allows those within the vehicle to be unbuckled if they're seated somewhere specifically. Let's dig in.
9 Items That Are Illegal to ‘Throw Away’ in Iowa & Could Cost You
As the holiday season approaches, many of us (including me) have begun the annual ritual of decluttering our homes to make space for decorations, gifts, and family gatherings. It’s the perfect time to tidy up closets, clear out garages, and refresh living spaces for the festive season ahead. However, in the rush to declutter, it’s important to remember that not everything can simply be tossed in the trash. Some items require special handling due to their hazardous materials or environmental impact. To ensure you’re disposing of things responsibly, here's a list of items that are illegal to throw away in Iowa, why they must be handled with care, and what happens if you're caught being naughty.
Painted Pumpkins Should Not Be On Iowa Porches For A Dangerous Reason
It's easier to paint pumpkins than to carve them. To this day, I can't carve pumpkins very well and it's easier both for kids and for me to try to paint them instead. Which is all well and good, but it that's your version of a porch jack-o-lantern, you need to rethink that.
Gov. Reynolds extends Harvest Proclamation
(Des Moines) Gov. Kim Reynolds today signed a proclamation relating to the weight limits and transportation of grain, fertilizer, and manure. The proclamation is effective immediately and continues through November 8, 2024. The proclamation allows vehicles transporting corn, soybeans, hay, straw, silage, stover, fertilizer (dry, liquid, and gas), and manure (dry and liquid) to be overweight (not exceeding 90,000 pounds gross weight) without a permit for the duration of this proclamation.
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, […]
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...
Half of Iowa’s counties under burn bans
DES MOINES, Iowa — The dry spell experienced by much of Iowa has resulted in burn bans for half of the state’s counties. According to the National Weather Service’s data, most areas of central Iowa have experienced very little rainfall. In September the Des Moines area only saw .60 inches of rainfall, which is significantly […]
Scoop: Wells Fargo's downtown Des Moines campus under contract
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,...
‘Eastside funk’ detection project expanding in Des Moines
DES MOINES, Iowa — Almost a year ago, the City of Des Moines contracted with a company called Envirosuite and installed odor monitors around three plants on the east side of the city. Now the city looks to expand the $200,000 project, signing a one-year extension of the contract worth $100,000, adding 10 new monitors […]
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