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West Des Moines
Friday, September 27th, 2024
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Des Moines, a man was arrested and charged with attempted murder for a shooting incident that occurred on September 6, leaving one person hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. WHO13
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Following a half-point interest rate cut by the Fed, Iowa's real estate market experiences a surge in mortgage refinancing and purchasing, signaling a potentially busy fall season. WHO13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Valley High School's student-run RISE Club, aimed at supporting immigrant and refugee students, is raising funds to provide a scholarship for first-generation students pursuing higher education. KCCI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal appeals court is evaluating the legality of a controversial Iowa immigration law, with arguments focusing on state vs. federal authority over immigration enforcement. KCCI
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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.
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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.
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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?'
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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HunterGirl Live Concert
Experience an evening of live music with HunterGirl at the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines.
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Family Storytime: Exploring Ideas Together
Experience an engaging family storytime centered around the theme of creativity and imagination inspired by the book 'What Do You Do with an Idea?'.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not about money. It's about peace.
~ Naval Ravikant
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