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West Des Moines
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Paul McCartney made a fan's 65th birthday unforgettable in Des Moines when he greeted lifelong supporter Dan Myers before his Get Back Tour show on Tuesday. Myers waited three hours in the cold and rain, and the Beatle wished him a happy birthday — a gift he will always remember. KCCI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines Area Community College’s board voted unanimously Monday to extend its presidential search after two finalists withdrew for personal reasons, prompting plans to interview new candidates in late February and early March with the aim of a July 1 start. The board will also begin a targeted search for an interim president who will serve from January 1 to June 30 next year. KCCI
- ➤ A concerned parent with children in special education says her kids are overlooked in DMPS's Reimagining Education bond plan as early voting begins and the referendum nears; she argues that cost savings should clearly support special education needs. DMPS has formed an oversight committee of business and community leaders to boost transparency on allocating funds—more details are expected to follow. WHO13
- ➤ Des Moines Public Schools asked the Iowa Auditor’s Office for an audit on Tuesday after lawmakers urged a review following the arrest of former Superintendent Ian Roberts — Interim Superintendent Matt Smith said the district will show its strong financial checks despite the extra cost, while Auditor Rob Sand confirmed his office got the request without a set timeline. WHO13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Andrea McNeese, 33, received a life-saving perfect-match platelet donation after 13 transfusions did not work and her hospital used a gene test—helping her fight acute leukemia since her diagnosis on August 15. She now urges more people to donate as blood centers work to meet the local shortage. WHO13
- ➤ Des Moines boy Gabe Fholer underwent a year and a half of treatment with chemotherapy and a breakthrough drug — Blinatumomab — that lowered his aggressive leukemia enough for a successful bone marrow transplant. He is now cancer-free, back playing on the ballfield, and enjoying second grade. KCCI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Runners will flood central Iowa on Sunday for the IMT Des Moines Marathon—featuring a marathon, half-marathon, relay, 5K, one-mile walk at 8:15 a.m., and a free kids run at noon—starting at 8 a.m. at 4th and Court. West Des Moines road closures will affect Grand Avenue, 5th Street, and Railroad Avenue from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. KCCI
- ➤ Iowa high school football state semifinal matchups in every class will air live from the UNI Dome in Cedar Falls from November 12th through 15th for free on WHO 13 platforms—including its streaming app, website, and Iowa’s Weather Channel. Broadcasters Keith Murphy and Justin Surrency will cover select games, and detailed schedules will follow once teams are set. WHO13
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Drop-In Tech Help
2-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free service — Get assistance with your devices in a relaxed drop-in setting.
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The Outreach Project
1-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Connect with community resources and support services for local needs.
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Disenchanted! The Hit Musical Comedy
2-4 PM — Temple Theater — Ticket info not provided — Experience the hilarious twist on classic fairy tales with Snow White and friends in this comedic musical.
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DOOM GONG Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — xBk Live — Tickets starting at $63 — Experience an unforgettable night with the captivating sounds of Doom Gong.
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Des Moines Career Fair
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Hilton Des Moines Downtown — Free entry — Connect with top employers across various sectors to take the next step in your career.
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Storytelling with Analogies
4:00 – 5:30 p.m. — Principal Financial Group — Free entry — Discover how to make complex data relatable through creative analogies in an engaging, hands-on workshop.
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Drop-In Tech Help
2-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free service — Get support for your electronic devices in a friendly environment.
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The Outreach Project
1-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Connect with community resources and support services at the library's outreach event.
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Spooky Science
9 AM – 4 PM — Science Center of Iowa — Free for SCI members — Enjoy hair-raising experiments and creepy-crawly critters at this family-friendly Halloween event.
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Beggar's Brunch at Exile Brewing
10 AM – 2 PM — Exile Brewing Company — Fun for the whole family — Test out costumes and enjoy Haunting Bingo for prizes ahead of Beggar's Night.
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