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West Des Moines
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dutch scientist Huub Lelieveld (a global food safety expert) was named the 57th World Food Prize Laureate at a ceremony in New York City this morning; he led efforts that reduced foodborne illness and trading hurdles and will visit Iowa later this year for the annual symposium. Radio Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The West Des Moines school board is accepting applications for a vacant seat after Fannette Elliott joined City Council. Applications close April 13 and the board will interview candidates on April 16 at 7 p.m. in the Community Room of the Learning Resource Center (3550 Mills Civic Parkway). Des Moines Register
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Food scientist Huub Lelieveld has been named the 2026 World Food Prize laureate for his work in food safety and nutrition that helped prevent millions of illnesses and reduce food waste. He will receive the $500,000 award at an event in Des Moines on Oct. 22. KCCI
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Capital City Card Convention
3-8 p.m. — Community Choice Convention Center — $11.45 for adults, free for kids with ticketed adult — Discover rare trading cards and connect with fellow collectors in Iowa's largest trading-card event.
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Music and Movement Class
10:00 a.m.–9:45 a.m. — Indianola Activity Center — Cost info not provided — A fun class for kids to explore musical concepts through singing, instruments, and movement.
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ANDRE DAWSON Autograph Event
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Iowa Events Center — Check event details for costs — Meet Chicago Cubs legend Andre Dawson and get his autograph at this exciting memorabilia event.
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Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe — Free entry — Showcase your trivia skills in a fun and competitive environment with friends.
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Magic Tuesdays TCG Night
4-10 p.m. — Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe — $5 PlayPass at the door — Enjoy a casual night of trading card games with fellow enthusiasts.
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Breathwork for Beginners
5:30-7 p.m. — Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden — $25.50 Members | $30 Nonmembers — Explore your breath's healing power in a serene garden setting.
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Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
10:15-10:45 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Enjoy a lively storytime with movement, music, and rhyming for young children.
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North of Grand and Brother Trucker Concert
7-10 p.m. — xBk Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience the melodic sounds of Brother Trucker live in concert.
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Euchre Tournament
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe — $5 entry — Compete in a friendly Euchre Tournament with prizes and new connections.
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Art for Brunch
11 AM – 12 PM — Des Moines Art Center — Free entry — Engage in thoughtful conversations about art in a relaxed brunch setting.
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