Good morning, West Des Moines.

WHO 13 Cares and the station partnered with Vibrant Insurance and United Way of Central Iowa to collect nearly 1,000 donated hygiene items for local students at Kurtz Opportunity Center on Friday.

The donated products have been assembled into 288 kits to be distributed Monday — easing the cost of basic needs for many families.

A crash on I-235 in West Des Moines slowed traffic near 22nd street yesterday as heavy rain and wet roads caused accidents—DOT reported debris blocking Highway 175 in Eldora and a crash on I-80 near Grinnell that delayed commuters.

A 22-year-old man from Cheyenne rushed the stage at the Iowa Events Center during the final round of the National Speech and Debate Tournament on Thursday—sparking panic among hundreds and leading to his arrest for disorderly conduct after officers found marijuana and psychoactive mushrooms in his backpack.

After a man made a bomb threat on Thursday at the EMC Expo Center that sent attendees into a chaotic evacuation, police arrested 22-year-old Jayden Michael Roccaforte from Cheyenne and organizers added extra security measures—metal detectors, bag searches, and mandatory badges—for the rest of the tournament.

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources said Friday that nine state beaches have high E. coli levels and swimming is not advised until water quality improves—covering sites in Delaware, Franklin, Sac, Wayne, Dickinson, Monona, Hardin, Decatur and Calhoun counties.

Officials urged Iowans to follow the warning as they planned their weekend outings.

A federal judge in Iowa blocked a Biden-era rule that would have required nursing homes to keep a registered nurse on site 24 hours and provide over 3.5 hours of daily care by certified nursing assistants; Brent Willett, president & CEO of the Iowa Health Care Association, said the decision came amid concerns that nurse shortages would force many facilities to close.

Pleasant Hill resident Susan Dahlman uses her art skills to design activity kits called A Ray of Sunshine Project for people with memory challenges in honor of her late husband Ray Dahlman who fought Alzheimer’s.

The kits come with ten reusable double sided pages, dry erase markers and an eraser — proceeds support Alzheimer’s programs.

Central Iowa water officials confirmed that water is safe to drink as treated levels from the Fleur Drive (8.05 mg/L) and McMullen (8.29 mg/L) plants meet EPA standards despite higher nitrate readings of 14.4 mg/L and 14.2 mg/L in the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers, and they dismissed Facebook rumors of unsafe water. Utility staff noted that home test kits can be less accurate than professional tests.

Summer Music Series: Jonas Magram

5-7:30 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — All-day happy hour with $4.50 pints — Enjoy live music and patio vibes at this local summer event.

Meet Author Nikki Erlick

6-7 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free admission — Explore the imaginative world of Nikki Erlick's latest novel 'The Poppy Fields' and enjoy a book signing.

MY PAINTING ERA CAMP! Day 1: 1989

9 AM – 12 PM — Painting with a Twist — Cost info not provided — Pick a painting, invite friends, and enjoy step-by-step instruction with local artists.

Lunch & Learn: Resources for Small Businesses

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Elevator, a Co-Warehousing Community — Free — Discover game-changing resources and network with fellow entrepreneurs while enjoying a complimentary lunch.

Wiggles and Giggles

9:15-9:45 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Enjoy a lively storytime with movement, music, and rhyming for the little ones.

Guided Tours at the Pappajohn Sculpture Park

11-11:45 a.m. — Pappajohn Sculpture Park — Free entry — Discover the art and stories behind the sculptures in this vibrant park.

NAMI Family Support Group

10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free of cost — A peer-led support group fostering insight and support for adults with loved ones experiencing mental health challenges.

Summer Music Series: David Watson

5-7:30 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — $4.50 pints — Enjoy live music and patio vibes at this weekly event featuring a local artist.

Rooftop Yoga with Feel Good Frequency

7-8 p.m. — The Shop DSM - Event Center — Refunds available up to 7 days before the event — Experience a rejuvenating rooftop yoga session amidst beautiful views.

Hoyt Sherman Art Classes

5:30-7:00 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Registration required — Explore creativity at engaging art classes designed for young artists.