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Sunday, October 20th, 2024

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Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of October.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Two individuals were hospitalized with serious injuries following a motorcycle crash in Des Moines, prompting an investigation by local authorities.  WHO13

CRIME NEWS

  • One individual was fatally shot during a mental health awareness event at Union Labor Park in Des Moines, now under homicide investigation.  KCCI

SPORTS NEWS

  • Recent high school football games across Iowa saw varied outcomes, including ADM's narrow victory over Indianola with a score of 35-31 and Dowling Catholic's win against Southeast Polk, 35-34.  WHO13

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Tue, 10/22/24

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  • Des Moines Big Band Performance

    Experience an evening of live music with the Des Moines Big Band at the vibrant Noce venue.

    Wed, 10/23/24

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  • Preschool Storytime: A Fun Water-Themed Experience!

    Experience a delightful storytime for preschoolers centered around the theme of water, fostering a love for reading and creativity.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • Brad Williams Live Performance

    Experience a night of laughter with comedian Brad Williams at Hoyt Sherman Place in Des Moines.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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  • Chris Porter Comedy Show

    Experience a night of gut-wrenching laughter with Kansas City native Chris Porter, known for his authentic stand-up style and insightful observational comedy.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Des Moines Symphony Orchestra Concert Featuring Geneva Lewis

    Experience Geneva Lewis's debut in Des Moines as she performs Brahm's Violin Concerto, accompanied by the Des Moines Symphony Orchestra, alongside works by Still and Sibelius.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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  • Training Class for FormLabs Form 3 Resin 3D Printer

    Learn to use Tech Central's new FormLabs Form 3 resin 3D printer and its PreForm software in this required training session.

    Mon, 10/28/24

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  • Theory of a Deadman Live with 10 Years and Cory Marks

    Experience a night of powerful rock music featuring Theory of a Deadman, accompanied by 10 Years and Cory Marks at Hoyt Sherman Place.

    Tue, 10/29/24

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  • ASAP Wednesdays: Fiber Art Workshop

    Experience creativity through fabric yarn and threads by making unique fiber art projects using weaving and stitching techniques.

    Wed, 10/30/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The first rule of any kind of progress: showing up.

~ Ryan Holiday

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