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West Des Moines
Tuesday, March 11th, 2025
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of March.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa faces its fifth bird flu outbreak of the year, affecting a backyard flock in Dallas County and posing significant financial and emotional challenges for the state's leading poultry industry. KCCI
- ➤ High winds and warm temperatures triggered a red flag warning in central and southern Iowa, leading to a grass fire in Des Moines that showcased the heightened fire risk under current conditions. KCCI
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Baby Rhyme Time at Des Moines Public Library
This weekly event features rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and playtime designed for caregivers and babies aged 0 to 18 months.
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TechBrew:AM with Brett Taylor in Des Moines
The event features a tech discussion over coffee with Brett Taylor, CTO at UnityPoint Health, providing an opportunity for networking and learning.
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Des Moines St. Paddy's Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk
The Des Moines St. Paddy's Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk celebrates its ninth year, featuring finishers' medals and a commemorative stein for participants.
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St. Patrick's Day Pregame with Live Music at Exile Brewing
Experience live music from Waxies Dargle while enjoying Irish food and drink specials at Exile Brewing Company's Beer Hall.
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Effective Negotiating Workshop in Des Moines
This annual workshop focuses on developing essential negotiation skills through interactive discussions and mock sessions to foster mutually beneficial business agreements.
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IXL Live Workshop in Des Moines, IA
This hands-on workshop offers educators a deep dive into utilizing IXL's assessment suite, curriculum, and analytics with personalized instruction.
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Duhawk Day Celebration 2025 at SingleSpeed Brewing
Duhawk Day 2025 in Des Moines invites alumni and supporters to celebrate community and raise funds for Duhawk initiatives at SingleSpeed Brewing.
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Storytime for The Remember Balloons at Des Moines Public Library
This event features a special storytime at DMPL locations in celebration of the upcoming dance production 'The Remember Balloons' in partnership with Des Moines Performing Arts.
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Zumba and Wellness Session by Women Lawyers Division
This event invites participants to engage in an exciting Zumba class aimed at promoting health and wellness, organized by the Women Lawyers Division of the National Bar Association.
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The Blake Shaw Big(ish) Band Concert
7 p.m. | Noce | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy an evening of diverse musical styles spanning jazz, rock, and beyond with Blake Shaw and his band.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The quality of your life is proportional to the quality of your habits.
~ James Clear
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