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Thursday, September 26th, 2024

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Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of September.

CRIME NEWS

  • Prem Nepal was charged with a misdemeanor for allowing his water buffalo to roam free in central Iowa for five days before being captured.  KCCI

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Over 50 Iowa workers will be unemployed as Yelloh, a long-standing home-meal delivery service, ceases operations.  KCCI
  • Small businesses could face heightened taxes if the federal Small Business Deduction, which allows a deduction of up to 20% of qualified income, expires without congressional action.  Radio Iowa
  • Austin Frerick, a Yale researcher and Iowa native, criticizes the dominance and unethical practices of seven major food industry corporations in his book, emphasizing the need for legislative action.  Radio Iowa

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Des Moines Public Schools may close schools and redraw boundaries in response to a 2,500 student drop and rising costs.  WHO13

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Nearly half of Iowa voters approve of Senators Joni Ernst and Chuck Grassley, with Grassley slightly ahead, according to a Des Moines Register/Mediacom poll.  KCCI

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Community Health Education: Importance of Medical Power of Attorney

    Learn about the significance of a medical power of attorney and receive assistance with the necessary paperwork at this informative session.

    Fri, 9/27/24

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  • Highly Suspect with Dead Poet Society Concert

    Experience an electrifying night of live music with Highly Suspect and Dead Poet Society at the Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines.

    Sat, 9/28/24

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  • Animate! Des Moines - An Animation Extravaganza

    Celebrate a vibrant three-day festival of anime, animation, and cosplay at GalaxyCon Presents Animate! Des Moines.

    Sun, 9/29/24

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  • Family Storytime: Explore 'What Do You Do with an Idea?'

    Experience a delightful family storytime centered around the imaginative theme of 'What Do You Do with an Idea?'

    Mon, 9/30/24

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  • Support Group for New Parents: Beyond Birth

    Experience a supportive community at a weekly postpartum support group for new parents with infants up to one year old, held at the Downtown Des Moines Public Library.

    Tue, 10/1/24

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  • STABLE Course for Neonatal Care

    Learn essential skills for stabilizing and transporting high-risk neonates, focusing on safety, supportive care, and quality improvement.

    Wed, 10/2/24

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  • Wiggles and Giggles Storytime

    Experience a lively storytime with movement, music, and rhymes at the Central Library, featuring a special celebration for Sesame Street Live!

    Thu, 10/3/24

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  • Architect-led Sidewalk Tours of Downtown Des Moines

    Experience the architectural beauty of Iowa's capital on guided sidewalk tours led by architects, showcasing historic neighborhoods and landmarks.

    Fri, 10/4/24

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  • for KING + COUNTRY: The UNSUNG HERO Tour 2024

    Experience a live performance by the GRAMMY-award winning duo for KING + COUNTRY featuring new music from their latest project.

    Sat, 10/5/24

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  • HunterGirl Live Concert

    Experience an evening of live music with HunterGirl at the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines.

    Sun, 10/6/24

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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

The quality of your life is proportional to the quality of your habits.

~ James Clear

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