Friday, October 11th, 2024
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of October.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Chamber 101 event on December 10, 2024, invites new members and staff for an informative session on maximizing Chamber benefits for business goals. Greater Des Moines Partnership
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senator Joni Ernst is ready to approve additional FEMA funding for hurricane relief, pending an official funding request, amidst discussions on economic support for small businesses. Radio Iowa
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Grace Breast Imaging and Medical Spa, a unique center in Iowa designed by women for women, offers 3-D mammograms and spa services to encourage breast cancer screening. KCCI
- ➤ Experts highlight the importance of protecting children from RSV and Influenza, introducing a new treatment called Beyfortus as a significant advancement. WHO13
- ➤ Central Iowa introduces a groundbreaking, noninvasive image-guided SRT treatment for non-melanoma skin cancer, providing a quick, painless procedure with a 99.3% cure rate. KCCI
- ➤ Iowa blood centers are sending support to Florida hospitals post-Hurricane Milton and urgently calling for more donors due to a nationwide blood shortage. Radio Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The final Football Friday Primetime game of 2024 features Dowling Catholic Maroons versus Urbandale Jayhawks, with pre-game insights from their coaches and key players. WHO13
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Briston Maroney Live with Annie DiRusso
Experience an evening of live music with Briston Maroney and Annie DiRusso at the Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines.
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Jukebox the Ghost Live Concert
Experience an electrifying live performance by Jukebox the Ghost at Wooly's in Des Moines.
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Family Storytime Featuring 'What Do You Do with an Idea?'
Experience a delightful family storytime centered around the imaginative themes of 'What Do You Do with an Idea?'
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October Free Class: Buying Your Dream Home in Des Moines
Learn essential tips and strategies for purchasing a home in Des Moines, guided by an expert in the field.
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Back to the Future: The Musical
Experience the award-winning Broadway musical adaptation of the beloved cinematic classic, featuring original music and iconic songs from the movie.
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Back to the Future - The Musical at Des Moines Civic Center
Experience the Broadway adaptation of the beloved 80s classic as Marty McFly embarks on an unforgettable time-traveling adventure.
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Comedy Night with Kyle Kinane
Experience an evening of laughter with renowned comedian Kyle Kinane at the Des Moines Funny Bone.
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Essential Birth Education Class
Learn about pre-labor, stages of labor, delivery options, and medical pain relief in this informative class.
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Back To The Future: The Musical
Experience the award-winning Broadway adaptation of the iconic film, featuring original music and classic hits from the movie.
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Family Storytime Featuring '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?' at the Des Moines Civic Center.
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