Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of June.
Good morning, West Des Moines.
The Container Store in West Des Moines is set to become a combination Bed Bath & Beyond store soon as the brand returns through new partnerships.
More store conversions are expected to be announced in coming weeks.
The Iowa Department of Agriculture announced a cover crop funding program Monday for water quality projects in 22 counties above the Des Moines metro watershed, providing $25 per acre + increasing the maximum eligible acreage to 500 for both new and existing cover crop users.
Iowa farmers face uncertainty as the Senate unveiled its Farm Bill proposal that extends current price guarantees through 2031 and expands disaster aid, propane storage loans and rural broadband — it does not raise baseline commodity prices or address Proposition 12, leaving small farmers to absorb potential new costs.
Marshall County public health officials reviewed last year’s Legionella outbreak—resulting in 74 cases, 36 hospitalizations, and 2 deaths—at Tuesday’s discussion hosted by Polk County Emergency Management.
They proposed registering cooling towers to improve maintenance and prevent future outbreaks.
IAWIA Annual Bike Tour
1-5 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — Free participation — Experience the vibrant developments of downtown Des Moines on two wheels, followed by a happy hour.
World Cup England v Panama Watch Party
4-6 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Free entry — Cheer for England with drink specials and fellow fans during the match.
Des Moines Arts Festival — Relic Modern
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Western Gateway Park — Free entry — Experience breathtaking art and community spirit at an award-winning urban gallery festival.
Rooftop Yoga Session
7:30-8:30 p.m. — The Shop DSM - Event Center — Cost info not provided — Unwind and find your zen with a beginner-friendly yoga class in a beautiful rooftop setting.
Blue Light Jazz at Surety Hotel
5-12 a.m. — Surety Hotel Lobby Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy stiff drinks and smooth jazz vibes in a mid-week happy hour setting.
First Friday Open House at Mainframe Studios
5-8 p.m. — Mainframe Studios — Free entry — Creative showcase featuring artists sharing their processes and works in a vibrant atmosphere.
Clue: High School Edition
7-9 p.m. — Stoner Theater — Content advisory applies — Unravel the mystery as you enjoy a madcap comedy adaptation of the classic game CLUE.
Rooftop Yoga Session
12-1:30 p.m. — The Shop DSM - Event Center — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a refreshing rooftop yoga experience combined with local brand pop-ups.
3D Printer Training Class
5-6 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration required — Learn to master the Bambu X-1 and Form 3 printers with expert guidance.
Beginner Salsa & Bachata 8-Week Course
6:30–7:30 p.m. — Des Moines Ballroom — Registration required — Dive into the vibrant world of Latin dance with a friendly and supportive beginner course.
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