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West Des Moines
Thursday, March 27th, 2025
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Urbandale and Waukee Chambers are hosting Mission Cancer + Blood's new clinic grand opening ribbon cutting at 2565 SE Encompass Dr. in Waukee from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., with the ceremony set for 5:30 p.m. Greater Des Moines Partnership
- ➤ The Iowa Red Cross awarded four Heroes of the Heartland awards Tuesday to honor everyday Iowans who took heroic actions during emergencies, including the Des Moines Blank Children’s Hospital Advocacy and Outreach program that delivered free car seats and pack-and-plays after a tornado hit Greenfield. The awards also recognized David Tollander of Hudson, Sharlett Patterson of West Des Moine for using CPR and an AED, and Honor Flight of Sac City/Fort Dodge—nominations for 2026 may be made available later. Radio Iowa
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Iowa Lottery CEO Matt Strawn reported that fiscal year 2025 lottery sales hit nearly $292 million and beat budget by 7.88% through the third quarter—though national lotto game sales like Mega Millions and Powerball dropped sharply. He said Instaplay, Pulltab, and Lotto America sales improved, but the lottery may struggle to match last year’s big jackpots in the final quarter. Radio Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Iowa House sent a bill to Governor Reynolds that would ban handling cell phones while driving following an 89-11 vote; the Senate passed the measure last week. The bill will make it illegal to use electronic devices unless they are hands free or voice activated. Radio Iowa
- ➤ Senate Majority Leader Jack Whitver was honored with the Uncommon Public Service award from the Herbert Hoover Presidential Foundation for his service despite a brain tumor diagnosis last spring—he thanked supporters for their prayers and support. Radio Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Drake fans learned on Monday morning that coach Ben McCollum — who won 31 games with the Drake Bulldogs — signed on as head coach for the Iowa Hawkeye men's basketball team. His record-setting season led to mixed reactions among supporters as he moves to a Big Ten program. FOX 17
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Iowa Building Show 2025
The Building Show of Iowa offers businesses the opportunity to showcase products and engage with industry leaders in the building sector.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Queen
Experience a live, multi-sensory tribute to Queen performed by the Listeso String Quartet in an atmospheric candlelit setting at the Scottish Rite Consistory.
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NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience
NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience is a live concert featuring a film montage accompanied by a live orchestra performing original scores and popular songs from the anime, creating an immersive experience for fans.
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String Art Crafting for Adults
3:30-5:00 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration recommended — Create a unique string art project or make progress on your own piece.
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Encounter the Eucharist: An Evening with Fr. Mike Schmitz
7 p.m. — Community Choice Convention Center — $100 — Experience an inspiring evening with the #1 Christian podcaster and celebrate 20 years of Iowa Catholic Radio.
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Glowforge Laser Engraver Training
3-4 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration required — Master the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver in a hands-on session at Tech Central.
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The Outreach Project
1-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Discover community resources and support from local advocates at this helpful outreach event.
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Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Offensive Skills Camp
Apr 5-6 — SportsPlex West — Limited spots available — Elevate your game with pro-level shooting techniques and offensive skills training.
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Cocktail Techniques 101 Class
6-8 p.m. — Table 128 — $65 per person — Learn vital mixology skills in a sold-out, hands-on cocktail class with expert guidance.
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Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time
10:00-10:30 a.m. — North Side Library — Free entry — Engage with rhymes, songs, and stories tailored for infants and toddlers.
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~ Les Brown
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