Tuesday, November 5th, 2024
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Luke Miller, a dedicated teacher at Westridge Elementary in West Des Moines, passed away after a nine-year tenure and a battle with colon cancer. KCCI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Teen sentenced to life with possibility of parole for involvement in a 2022 shooting outside Des Moines East High School that resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries. KCCI
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Baby Rhyme Time at Des Moines Public Library
Experience an engaging session filled with rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories designed for caregivers and babies aged 0 to 18 months.
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Holiday Social 2024 at Big Grove Brewery
Experience an evening of socializing with appetizers and drinks at Big Grove Brewery & Taproom.
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Gary Gulman's Misfit Stand Up Tour at Wooly's
Experience a night of laughter with renowned comedian Gary Gulman during his Misfit Stand Up Tour in Des Moines.
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Doctors at the Disco: A 70s Themed Charity Event
Experience a fun-filled 70s themed charity event, Doctors at the Disco, hosted by the Mission Cancer Foundation, at The River Center.
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Girls on the Run 5K Celebration in Des Moines
Experience a community-focused 5K run or walk to support and empower girls in central Iowa, culminating in a celebratory finish for participants of all abilities.
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Family Storytime: Explore 'What Do You Do with an Idea?'
Experience an engaging family storytime that explores the imaginative journey of an idea through storytelling at the Des Moines Civic Center.
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The Motortown All-Stars Concert
Experience a vibrant evening of pop music featuring the energetic Motortown All-Stars at Hoyt Sherman Place.
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The Rudick Siblings: A Night of Comedy
Experience a night of laughter with nationally celebrated comedians Andrew and Leah Rudick, known for their unique and relatable comedic styles.
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Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
Experience an engaging storytime at the Central Library that combines movement, music, and rhyming for a fun-filled session.
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The Queen's Cartoonists Live Performance
Experience a unique blend of live music and classic animation as The Queen's Cartoonists perform synchronized soundtracks to beloved cartoon films.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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