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West Des Moines
Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines police arrested one person on Monday after a hit-and-run chase ended in Pleasant Hill — a patrol officer near Easton Boulevard and Hubbell Avenue spotted a white van before 4:45 p.m., the driver lost control crashing into an embankment, and the suspect was taken into custody when they tried to flee. KCCI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ KCCI celebrated its 70th anniversary by reflecting on its coverage of Pope John Paul II’s visit to Iowa on October 4th, 1979—reporters overcame challenges like closed interstates and improvised equipment to air live footage as nearly 350,000 people attended the mass. Staffers creatively managed technical issues to deliver a global story that united the community. KCCI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa DOT announced that the eastbound I-80 exit to 60th Street in West Des Moines closed at 9 p.m. Monday, July 7 for concrete repairs and will reopen at 5 a.m. Aug. 21. Drivers should follow the detour via Jordan Creek Parkway—turning east on Vista Drive to reach 60th Street. Des Moines Register
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Mindfulness Meditation Workshop for Veterans
1:30-2:30 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free — Experience a guided mindfulness meditation session designed for veterans and those dealing with high-stress environments.
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Insects Exploration with Polk County Conservation
1-2 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Explore the fascinating world of bugs with live insects and a knowledgeable naturalist.
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Writers' Workshop for Short Works
10-11 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration required — Engage in lively discussions as you read and share snippets of your writing.
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Stone Circle Brass Quintet: Nothin’ but the Classics
2-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Experience a lively performance featuring a diverse repertoire from talented local musicians.
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Iowa Reptile Show
10 AM – 4 PM — Hilton Garden Inn West Des Moines — VIP & General Admission at the door — Explore thousands of reptiles, amphibians, and supplies with local breeders.
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I Spy: Des Moines Landmarks
All day — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Explore iconic Des Moines landmarks through a fun scavenger hunt in the Youth area.
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Jazz in July: Night #2
5:30-10 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Free entry — Experience live jazz performances featuring local and traveling musicians in a vibrant summer setting.
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Mindfulness Meditation for Veterans and Community
1:30-2:30 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Explore the benefits of mindfulness meditation with expert guidance and practice.
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Glowforge Plus Training
3-4 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Library card required — Master the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver and become fully qualified to use it independently.
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NBDA Doula Birth Doula Training
8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Mainframe Studios — Registration required — Top-rated training for Black and BIPOC doulas addressing maternal health issues.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Good judgment comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgment.
~ Will Rogers
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