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Saturday, November 9th, 2024

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Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of November.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Emergency crews responded to a collision between a van and a school bus in Des Moines, with no injuries reported on the bus.  KCCI

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • In Iowa's Senate District 14, Democrat Sarah Trone Garriott leads by 19 votes in a close race, with 19 ballots challenged over citizenship concerns following a state audit.  KCCI

HEALTH NEWS

  • Two Iowa nursing homes were added to a federal list highlighting significant quality-of-care issues and staffing shortages.  KCCI

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Hormel introduces Cinnamon Toast Crunch bacon, now available at Hy-Vee, combining sweet and savory flavors.  KCCI

EVENTS

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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.

    Sun, 11/10/24

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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.

    Mon, 11/11/24

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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.

    Tue, 11/12/24

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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.

    Wed, 11/13/24

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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.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • Des Moines Holiday Boutique

    Experience a festive shopping atmosphere with over 200 vendors at the Des Moines Holiday Boutique.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • Drake University Women's Basketball Celebration vs Iowa

    Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Drake women's basketball while enjoying a competitive game against Iowa.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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  • Corn Necklace Craft Workshop

    Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by creating a decorative corn necklace using beads and pipe cleaners at this engaging craft event for children.

    Mon, 11/18/24

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  • Free Holiday Portraits at Exile Brewing

    Experience the joy of holiday photography with complimentary portraits available to families and friends during dinner reservations at Exile Brewing.

    Tue, 11/19/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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