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West Des Moines
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Panera Bread closed at Jordan Creek Town Center on May 19 after nearly 20 years, and Kura Revolving Sushi Bar will take its place later this year or early next year — the new conveyor-belt restaurant will serve Japanese dishes and use a robot server. Des Moines Register
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Walnut Creek Campus seniors had their final graduation ceremony on Thursday, May 21 in West Des Moines. The school board voted to close the campus as it transitions to a districtwide alternative education model, with plans to repurpose the building before the last day of school on June 2. KCCI
- ➤ Nominations are open for the Iowa State Kid Captain program at Blank Children's Hospital, where children between 4 and 17 experience game-day activities + meet coaches and players; applications close June 30. KCCI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Iowa Water Works launched Stage II of its water use plan on Wednesday, asking customers to reduce outdoor watering by 50% to save water. The utility urges early morning watering and adherence to even/odd address schedules to ease high regional demand. KCCI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Free summer meals for children under 18 will soon be available at local schools, parks and community centers through Iowa’s Seamless Summer Option program — eligible families will also receive SUN Bucks grocery benefits in monthly installments. Residents can find nearby meal sites by using the USDA Summer Meals Site Finder. KCCI
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Community Cooking Class: Artists Around A Table
6-9 p.m. — Culinary Annex — $50 — Engage in a hands-on cooking class creating classic dishes from the 1920s-40s with Chef Cass in a lively social setting.
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Learn to Play Mah Jong
10 AM – 1 PM — West Des Moines Public Library — Registration recommended — Discover the exciting world of American Mah Jong with a hands-on introduction to the game.
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Blue Light Jazz at Surety Hotel
5-12 p.m. — Surety Hotel Lobby Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy Stiff Drinks and Smooth Grooves while chasing away mid-week blues with live jazz.
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Networking at Evolve Juicery and Kitchen
6-10 p.m. — Evolve Juicery & Kitchen — Free entry — Meet local professionals through guided introductions for better conversations.
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First Friday Art Exhibition: Nostalgia
5-8 p.m. — Mainframe Studios — Free entry — Explore art reflecting on memory and nostalgia with interactive activities and music.
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DSM Farmers' Market
8:30 AM — Des Moines' Downtown Farmers’ Market — Free entry — Enjoy fresh local produce and unique artisan goods in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Sensory-Friendly Game: Iowa Cubs vs. Toledo Mudhens
1:08-2:08 p.m. — Principal Park — Discounted tickets available — Enjoy a baseball game with sensory-friendly accommodations for families and individuals with autism.
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Rooftop Yoga Class
7:30-8:30 p.m. — The Shop DSM - Event Center — Beginner friendly — Enjoy a relaxing yoga session with a view on the rooftop.
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Sensory-Friendly Hours
4-7 p.m. — Science Center of Iowa — Free entry — Enjoy a quieter, less crowded experience designed for families with children on the autism spectrum.
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World Cup Opening Match Viewing Party
1-4 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Free entry — Enjoy the excitement of the World Cup opener with fellow fans at this lively viewing party.
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