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West Des Moines
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The EPA announced Monday that summer sales of E-15 gasoline will run uninterrupted, a move applauded by Iowa lawmakers and the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association—Geoff Cooper of the National Renewable Fuels Association said the decision may boost ethanol demand, save families money, and help farmers while efforts continue to make the change permanent. Radio Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cities across central Iowa face costly sewer clogs as crews in Fort Dodge and Des Moines remove non-flushable items (like cleaning products, fire extinguishers, and bowling balls) that cause backups in sewer mains and expensive repairs in homes. City officials say these problems cost up to $1 billion nationally each year and urge residents to flush only human waste and toilet paper. KCCI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, National Fentanyl Awareness Day was observed by the DEA, law enforcement, public health departments and community groups to warn locals about fentanyl—a synthetic opioid 50 times stronger than heroin. Melissa Burke of the Iowa Harm Reduction Coalition, who lost her sister, stressed that free fentanyl test strips and Narcan are available to help prevent overdose deaths. WHO13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hoover High School Boys Soccer forfeited its first eight games this season after the Iowa High School Athletic Association ruled that a 20-year-old player was ineligible—this decision dropped the team from the rankings. Director Charles Zanders said the error came from a documentation mix-up and that the team will still be fine for the playoffs. WHO13
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I Spy: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
All day — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a fun picture scavenger hunt for kids.
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City Voices Spring Recital
6:30-8 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Free entry — Experience a vibrant spring recital featuring talented students performing classical, contemporary, and musical theatre works.
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Secret Series Skate Contest
2-6 p.m. — Lauridsen Skatepark — $10 entry waived with t-shirt — All ages and skill levels compete with unique obstacles in a vibrant skateboarding community event.
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Food for the Hungry Volunteer Event with We The Kingdom
5:30-10:30 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Volunteer participation required — Support the fight against poverty while enjoying live music.
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Future Islands Concert
7-9 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Ticket prices from $32 — Experience Future Islands live in an intimate concert setting in Des Moines.
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Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year Support Group
9-11 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Weekly postpartum support for parents and their new babies with guest presentations.
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Quarterly Meeting
6-8 p.m. — Scottish Rite Consistory — $22.13 — Attend a quarterly meeting dinner with a menu to be published.
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Breakfast with Ricky Stanzi
7-9 a.m. — The Hall DSM — $20 at the door — Enjoy breakfast and fellowship while hearing Ricky Stanzi's inspirational testimony.
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Architecture on the Move: Iowa Architectural Foundation Tours
5:30-7 p.m. — Capital Square — Free entry — Discover downtown Des Moines' architectural marvels on a guided sidewalk tour.
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Mary's Meals 5K Walk/Run
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge — Fundraising encouraged — Participate in the annual Race to Feed Kids and help provide meals for children in need.
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