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West Des Moines
Friday, November 15th, 2024
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
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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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Baby Rhyme Time Fun
Experience an engaging session of rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories designed for caregivers and babies aged 0 to 18 months.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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