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West Des Moines
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, a statewide effort to stop distracted driving will launch with the Iowa State Patrol — working with other agencies — focusing on drivers who use cell phones and electronic devices. State Trooper Paul Gardner said drivers stopped during the grace period will only receive warnings until the law fully takes effect on January 1. Radio Iowa
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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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Weekly Art Nights with Art is Rad
6-8 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $10 per artist — Unleash your creativity with hands-on art activities for all ages and skill levels.
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