Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
Good morning, West Des Moines.
West Des Moines police are investigating a shooting after a person with a gunshot wound was brought to a hospital just before 2 a.m. Sunday morning, and officers said the victim is expected to recover.
Iowa GOP lawmakers ended a two-month stalemate on K-12 funding by approving a 2% increase that adds nearly $162 per student for both public and private schools—funding extra costs for districts with high transportation expenses and small districts sharing staff.
The measure will be sent to the governor after the House votes tomorrow.
Brooklynn Conrad, a 10-year-old golfer from Des Moines, placed fourth in the Drive, Chip & Putt National Finals at Augusta National Golf Club over the weekend.
She trained at Urban Dreams Community Center and was one of 80 junior golfers selected to compete nationwide.
Former Iowa Hawkeye and current Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean will host an all-star charity softball game in Des Moines this summer at Principal Park—he will captain one team while his former teammate Riley Moss leads the other and proceeds benefit University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital.
School Group Attendance Update
All day — Science Center of Iowa — N/A — Today's school group traffic is expected to be low, making it a great time to visit.
Jazz on the House with Saxophonist Wayne Page & Co.
7-10 p.m. — Noce — No cover — Enjoy jazz tunes and $5 green tea shots during the all night happy hour.
Turn It Up Dance Challenge Competitions
April 11-13 — Iowa Events Center — Registration required — Enjoy a weekend filled with dance competitions, awards, and scholarships.
NAMI Family Support Group
10:30 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Peer-led support for adults with loved ones facing mental health challenges.
Spring Collaging Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Cost TBD — Unlock your creativity with Madeline Maser in this engaging collaging class using various artistic materials.
Spring Needle Felting Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — All materials provided — Create delightful felted spring flowers in a beginner-friendly setting.
Workshop on Protecting Children from Sexual Abuse
1-4:30 p.m. — UnityPoint Health - Blank Children's Hospital — Free entry — Engage in vital training to help prevent child sexual abuse and learn to address concerning behaviors.
MercyMe Concert
10:30 p.m. — Wells Fargo Arena — Tickets available — Experience a night of faith and music with MercyMe in Des Moines.
Jazz on the House with Guitarist Jack Curtis & Co.
7-10 p.m. — Noce — No cover — Enjoy a lively jazz session with happy hour specials every Thursday night.
Party101 with DJ Matt Bennett
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Wooly's — $35 general admission — Experience a night filled with music and energy as DJ Matt Bennett takes the stage.
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