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West Des Moines
Sunday, September 28th, 2025
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines Public Schools held an administrative session at 2100 Fleur Drive at 5 p.m. on Saturday after Superintendent Dr. Ian Roberts was detained by ICE, and the board voted 7-0 to put him on paid administrative leave while interim superintendent Matt Smith manages the district. ICE records show that Dr. Roberts is at Woodbury County Jail—further details are pending. WHO13
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Weekly Art Nights with Art is Rad
6-8 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $10 per artist — Unleash your creativity with a new hands-on art activity each week, welcoming all ages and skill levels.
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K-pop Meet-up
5-6 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Connect with fellow K-pop fans while trading photocards and enjoying snacks and music.
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RC Coffee Networking
9-10 a.m. — Smokey Row Coffee — Free entry — Gather for a cup of coffee and connect with fellow remodelers.
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Agile + DevOpsDays Des Moines 2025
8 AM – 4 PM — Community Choice Convention Center — Pricing not specified — Explore innovative ideas and collaborate with industry professionals at this tech-focused conference.
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Annual Fall Tailgate at Serve Credit Union
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — The Shop DSM - Event Center — Free lunch — Enjoy a delicious meal and meet local vendors at the credit union's annual gathering.
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Dog Day Guided Tour at Pappajohn Sculpture Park
11 a.m. — Pappajohn Sculpture Park — Free entry — Celebrate National Walk Your Dog Week with a guided tour exploring art and sculptures in the company of your furry friend.
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Surety Hotel Autumnal Artisan Market
1-5 p.m. — Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection — Mini portrait sessions available for $50 — Explore a curated artisan market featuring 15 local makers and enjoy live music with specialty cocktails.
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Weekly Art Nights with Art is Rad
6-8 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $10 per artist — Unleash your creativity with hands-on art activities suitable for all ages and skill levels.
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80's Name That Tune Trivia
7-9 p.m. — Bix & Co. — Free to play — Test your knowledge of the best and worst music from the 80's in a fun trivia night.
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Headshot Happy Hour
5-7 p.m. — Centro — Free entry — Connect with peers and capture a fresh headshot while supporting local women in crisis.
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