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West Des Moines
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Iowa State meteorology students are departing Des Moines for Houston later this week to attend the National American Meteorological Society meeting (they expect Texas highs in the 30s) while travelers returning from Dallas expressed relief at beating worsening southern cold (reminding everyone to dress warmly). KCCI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Facing wind chills as low as 40 below zero this morning, AAA-Iowa advises motorists who become stranded to stay in their car, run the engine for 10 to 15 minutes with a cracked window for ventilation, and keep a full gas tank — all to maintain warmth until help arrives. Radio Iowa
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Jazzy Ash and The Leaping Lizards Performance
4-7 p.m. — Des Moines Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a lively performance by Jazzy Ash and The Leaping Lizards in a vibrant venue.
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Tech Central Open House
6-7:30 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Explore innovative crafting tools and techniques at the Tech Central maker lab.
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Dry January Diaper Drive
11 AM – 10 PM — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Bring three items for donation and receive a $5 voucher — Help keep local families thriving by supporting a diaper drive for a worthy cause.
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Dry January Diaper Drive
11 a.m. - 10 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Bring three items for donation to earn a $5 voucher — Help keep tushies dry this January while supporting a local nonprofit.
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Drop-In Tech Help
2-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free service — Receive assistance with your electronic devices from knowledgeable library staff.
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Des Moines Buccaneers Blood Drive
8 a.m. - 1 p.m. — MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex — Free entry — Donate blood to help save lives and get a ticket to that night's Bucs game.
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Dry January Diaper Drive
11 AM – 10 PM — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Bring three items to donate and receive a $5 voucher — Help keep tushies dry while supporting a local nonprofit.
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DMPL & Dragons: Sunday Adventure
12:30-3:30 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Immerse yourself in a world of fantasy and storytelling with fellow Dungeons & Dragons enthusiasts.
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Writers' Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Share work and receive constructive feedback from fellow writers in a supportive environment.
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Wayne Hancock with Nicky Diamonds
7-9 p.m. — xBk Live — Cost not listed — Experience the master of hillbilly swing blend roots music with a unique flair.
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