Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of October.
Good morning, West Des Moines.
🎭 Culture
Dancing with the Stars Live! will perform at Casey's Center on Feb.
21, featuring professional dancers and celebrity guests; tickets will go on sale next Tuesday morning on the Iowa Events Center website.
📰 Economy
Iowa farmers struggled with field work last week because only one day was dry enough, and both corn and soybean harvests advanced 2%, leaving corn 7% complete and soybeans 5% complete.
Farmers plan to catch up this week after several dry days + improved weather.
The Iowa Business Council released its third quarter Economic Outlook Survey, showing an overall index of 64.91 (above the 50 point threshold) with capital spending rising despite slight drops in sales and employment expectations for the next six months, indicating companies are confident in investing locally.
📰 Finance
A Lotto America ticket sold at the QuikTrip on Saturday, Oct.
3 matched all six numbers and remains unclaimed, offering a $6.14 million annuity or $2.53 million cash prize if redeemed by Apr. 1 — the store will receive a $5,000 bonus for the sale.
🏛️ Government
West Des Moines Public Library celebrated 30 years at its current location and has announced a $6.5 million expansion that will add a drive-thru book drop-off — a new service to help local patrons.
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