Good morning, West Des Moines.

Iowans for Adoption hosted its 11th Annual Move for Adoption event in West Des Moines on Sunday afternoon to raise awareness for more than 500 youth in foster care awaiting adoption.

Funds raised from the event went toward educational materials on Iowa’s Safe Haven Act and efforts to promote foster care adoption — a step that may help connect children with families.

Overnight storms swept through the Iowa State Fairgrounds, causing tree limbs to break and heavy rain to leave campers with leaking ceilings and bowed walls.

Crews cleared debris as campers and vendors worked to recover + prepare for the upcoming fair.

Police said that Pleasant Hill resident Terry Barrett, 47, died at an apartment complex at 2221 Stanton Avenue in Southwestern Hills after being shot late Monday night—authorities arrested 19-year-old Amarianna Findley-Murry and charged her with persons ineligible to carry dangerous weapons after evidence showed she fired a .40 handgun during a dispute.

Acclaimed French artist Oyoram unveiled a giant digital clock—TimePiece—on the side of the Fitch Building in downtown Des Moines, which shows 12 clock faces with mini-shows every 15 minutes.

The installation was made possible by in-kind donations and blends art with technology to spark community conversation.

The National Weather Service in Des Moines issued a flood warning on July 30 for areas along the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers.

The Des Moines River at SE 6th Street is expected to crest today at 25.8 feet — above flood stage — while the Raccoon River at Fleur Drive will reach 14.8 feet early Friday morning.

The Chicago Cubs' Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg died Monday at age 65 after battling prostate cancer and was honored with a moment of silence before Tuesday's game at Principal Park.

Iowa Cubs officials and local fans recalled his legendary career and friendly presence—his impact on the team and community endures.

I Spy: Mario

12 AM — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Hunt for Mario characters in the Youth area and claim a prize at the Youth desk.

Peaches and Pedro Pascal Movie Crafternoon

2-4 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy peaches and craft while watching 'The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent' starring Pedro Pascal.

Summer Music Series: Casey Peasley

5:00–7:30 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — All-day happy hour with $4.50 pints — Enjoy live music and patio vibes in a vibrant brewery setting.

Bites & State Fair Traditions

5 p.m. — The Wallace Centers of Iowa — $35-40 per person — Experience Iowa State Fair nostalgia with classic flavors and trivia.

Iowa Cubs Summer Blood Drive

7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Principal Park — Free t-shirt and game ticket — Donate blood and help save lives while enjoying the excitement of baseball.

2025 Downtown Farmers' Market

7 AM – 12 PM — Historic Court District — Free entry — Explore local produce, flowers, and artisan foods from Iowa's finest vendors.

Studio Sunday at Terre Vici

12-8 p.m. — Elevator, a Co-Warehousing Community — Free entry — Create your own eye-catching jewelry in a vibrant studio atmosphere.

Charm Tuesday — Terre Vici

12 PM — Elevator, a Co-Warehousing Community — Eco-friendly event — Create stunning chakra jewelry to enhance your wellness and style.

VolunTEENS Work Time

4-5 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Engage in a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity at your local library.

Kindermusik Class

5:30-6:15 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — $ — Explore music-making through instruments, movement, singing, and play for children ages 3-6.