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Sunday, August 24th, 2025

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Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of August.

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Iowa DNR placed 17 state beaches on the swimming not recommended list because high E. coli levels exceeded state standards, and advisories will remain until levels drop. The list includes Backbone Beach, Beeds Lake Beach, Big Creek Beach and others from several Iowa counties—prompting ongoing water quality checks.  WHO13

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 2025 All 4 Youth Golf Classic

    9 AM – 4 PM — A.H. Blank Golf Course — Donations may be tax-deductible — Support underserved students pursue their education through golf.

    Tue, 8/26/25

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  • Central States Shrine Association Annual Convention 2025

    8 AM – 5 PM — West Des Moines Marriott — Registration required — Celebrate community and fellowship at the annual gathering of Shriner enthusiasts.

    Wed, 8/27/25

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  • ITIL 4 Training to Boost Your Career

    2-10 p.m. — HUB Tower — From $1,068.93 — Gain foundational skills in IT service management with ITIL training.

    Thu, 8/28/25

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  • Feel Good Fest

    7 p.m.-12 a.m. — The Shop DSM - Event Center — No Refunds — A wellness party blending music, movement, and mindfulness for an uplifting experience.

    Fri, 8/29/25

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  • Bluegrass Matinee with William Lawson Group

    11 a.m. — Exile Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy bluegrass tunes in the Beer Garden with the William Lawson Group if the weather permits.

    Sat, 8/30/25

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  • Summer Music Series: David Watson

    5-7:30 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — $4.50 pints — Enjoy live music and patio vibes with a fantastic happy hour atmosphere.

    Sun, 8/31/25

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  • Monthly Writing Night

    7-9 p.m. — Smokey Row Coffee — Free entry — A casual evening dedicated to writing with prompts and fellowship among fellow writers.

    Tue, 9/2/25

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  • Baby Rhyme Time

    9:30-10:00 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Engage with rhymes, songs, and stories during this nurturing session for babies and caregivers.

    Wed, 9/3/25

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  • Christian Music Concert in Des Moines

    6-10 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting music from talented Christian artists in a welcoming atmosphere.

    Fri, 9/5/25

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  • Touch A Truck!

    2-4 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Explore various trucks and enjoy fire safety activities and games for all ages.

    Sat, 9/6/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

If you want to remember something, write it down. If you want to understand something, explain it to someone else.

~ Richard Feynman

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