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Friday, October 11th, 2024

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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

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 10/12/24

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  • Jukebox the Ghost Live Concert

    Experience an electrifying live performance by Jukebox the Ghost at Wooly's in Des Moines.

    Sun, 10/13/24

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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?'

    Mon, 10/14/24

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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.

    Tue, 10/15/24

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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.

    Wed, 10/16/24

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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.

    Thu, 10/17/24

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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.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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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.

    Sat, 10/19/24

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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.

    Sun, 10/20/24

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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.

    Mon, 10/21/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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~ Tony Robbins

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