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Friday, November 15th, 2024

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Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Dennis O'Grady, known as the 'Voice of the Maroons' and a beloved sports announcer for Dowling Catholic High School for over 20 years, is facing two cancer diagnoses with community support rallying around him.  KCCI
  • Wreaths Across America will honor Iowa veterans with 5,000 wreaths at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery, led by Patrick Palmersheim for the 17th year.  KCCI

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Iowa sees a decrease in whole turkey prices pre-Thanksgiving, ensuring availability and economic benefits from local turkey production.  Radio Iowa

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Iowa State Board of Education deliberated on implementing guidelines for a 2023 law that mandates the removal of books depicting sexual acts from schools and restricts discussions on gender identity and sexual orientation before seventh grade.  KCCI

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Baby Rhyme Time Fun

    Experience an engaging session of rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories designed for caregivers and babies aged 0 to 18 months.

    Wed, 11/20/24

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  • Old Crow Medicine Show Featuring Willie Watson

    Experience a night of live music with renowned Americana band Old Crow Medicine Show and special guest Willie Watson at Val Air Ballroom.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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  • BabyTron & BLP Kosher Live Concert

    Experience an energetic live performance featuring BabyTron alongside BLP Kosher at the Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines.

    Fri, 11/22/24

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  • Annual Christmas Gala Fundraiser

    Experience an evening filled with festive cheer featuring a meal, silent and live auctions, raffle prizes, Christmas music, and a keynote speaker.

    Sat, 11/23/24

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  • Montez De Durango Live Concert

    Experience an exciting concert featuring Montez de Durango alongside Conjunto Atardecer, K-Paz De La Sierra, and Patrulla 81 at Val Air Ballroom.

    Sun, 11/24/24

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  • ASAP Mondays: Fiber Art Workshop

    Experience the creativity of fiber art as you learn to use various materials and techniques to create unique projects.

    Mon, 11/25/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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