Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of October.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Blank Park Zoo reports a safe outcome with no injuries following a minor train derailment during their Halloween event, while closing the ride for safety checks. KCCI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ WHO Radio’s David Geiger summarizes Friday’s top agricultural news and farm commodity prices. WHO13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Increased geomagnetic activity due to the solar maximum has led to more frequent sightings of the northern lights in Iowa. KCCI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school football teams across various towns competed on October 11th, 2024, with detailed scores provided for each game. WHO13
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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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Postpartum Support Group: Baby's First Year
Experience a supportive environment through this free weekly postpartum support group designed for parents and their new babies, facilitated by Blank Children's Hospital, featuring various guest presenters.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Too many of us are not living our dreams because we are living our fears.
~ Les Brown
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