Good morning, West Des Moines.

Des Moines International Airport will add its 34th nonstop route—direct flights to Gulf Shores, Alabama, operated by Allegiant starting Oct.

3. The flights will run on Fridays and Mondays to expand travel options from the airport.

A Clive family thanked Clive and West Des Moines police for returning their stolen car and providing a new car seat for Tiana Crandall’s Hyundai—she uses it to take her grandchildren to day care.

Des Moines police are investigating more than six burglaries at laundromats over the past two months that appear linked to a suspect recognized by distinctive clothing who is accused of stealing cash and causing several thousand dollars in damage—officers said the inquiry is part of the Wanted Wednesdays initiative.

On May 19, West Des Moines City Council approved a development agreement with Forest Avenue Properties LLC to construct a two-story, 6,000-square-foot restaurant and tavern at 122 Fifth St. Construction will start this spring and the city will provide a $31,447 annual property tax rebate for 10 years (plus $150,000 from two city funds) if the new venue retains five full-time equivalent jobs to help cover costs from asbestos removal and demolition of the former building that housed The Longest Yard.

Iowa Barnstormers Military Night

7:05 PM — Wells Fargo Arena — Tickets available — Cheer on the Barnstormers in their annual Military Night showdown against the Tulsa Oilers.

Spa n’ B with Eden

6-9 p.m. — Surety Hotel — Mini spa treatments and refreshments available — Enjoy an evening of R&B and self-care with skincare consultations and a laid-back vibe.

Brick Fest Live

1-5 p.m. — Iowa Events Center — Entry fee applies — Enjoy a day filled with creativity and fun at this LEGO-themed event.

I Spy: Bikes

Find all the pictures in the Youth area for a prize — Various times — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Celebrate National Bike Month with a fun scavenger hunt for kids.

Damon Dotson | Gray's Station Summer Music Series

6-8 p.m. — Gray's Station — Free entry — Enjoy live music, local food trucks, and summer vibes in Downtown Des Moines.

Weekly Trivia Night at Exile Brewing

6-8 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — $4.50 pints during happy hour — Test your knowledge at a fun trivia night with Trophy Husband Trivia.

The Outreach Project

1-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — No registration required — Connect with community resources and support services available in your area.

Stuff the Truck for Urbandale Food Pantry

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Bring a donation for the Urbandale Food Pantry and enjoy a community gathering.

Summer Music Series: Forrest McCurren

5:00-7:30 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — $4.50 pints — Enjoy live music and summer vibes on the patio with refreshing beer specials.

Writers' Workshop 2025

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — No registration required — Share your writing and receive constructive feedback from fellow writers.