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West Des Moines
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Metro Des Moines is asking local shoppers to vote for the retail chains they want in the area — including Ikea, Buc-ees, Total Wine and More, and Crate and Barrel. The poll remains open through Oct. 9 and will help show if these stores may open in Iowa in the future. Des Moines Register
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Applications are open for the 2026 Leadership Program offered by the Latina Leadership Initiative—both participants and mentors may join a program focused on growth and change, with applications closing October 31. Informational sessions will provide details and chances to meet Executive Director Socorro Martinez. WHO13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Families with loved ones at Independence Village in Waukee received a 60-day notice to find new care as the long term care unit must close by November 22. Staff and residents face a difficult transition—employees are working to help families secure placements while the facility converts to memory care. WHO13
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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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Michael Blaustein Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Tickets start at $34 — Experience the quickest rising star in stand-up with viral comedy clips and a top podcast.
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Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works
10-11 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration required — Engage in a workshop reading and discussing short literary works with fellow writers.
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Iowa Home Expo
10 AM – 5 PM — Iowa State Fairgrounds — Free admission — Explore home improvement projects and connect with local and national vendors.
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Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
1 PM-7 PM — Blank Children's Hospital Campus — Registration closed — Enhance your pediatric emergency care skills with this comprehensive training course.
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