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West Des Moines
Saturday, November 9th, 2024
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
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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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Des Moines Holiday Boutique
Experience a festive shopping atmosphere with over 200 vendors at the Des Moines Holiday Boutique.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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~ Thomas Edison
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