Good morning, West Des Moines.

A Drake University study highlights the urgent need for additional emergency family shelters in central Iowa and recommends stronger regulations to protect low-income renters.

The Des Moines Area Religious Council's food pantries are experiencing record-breaking demand, assisting over 28,000 people in October and launching the Unmatched Campaign to double donations up to $250,000.

The Parks Community Thanksgiving Dinner in Des Moines continues its 40-year tradition, providing 2,300 meals this year with new head cooks, after the retirement of long-time chef Bob Iverson.

A multi-vehicle accident on eastbound Interstate 235 in West Des Moines resulted in at least one hospitalization and traffic delays.

WHO Radio's David Geiger delivers Tuesday's primary updates on agriculture and volatile farm commodity prices.

EMC Insurance will pay Polk County up to $525,000 annually, starting in 2025, to rename Hy-Vee Hall to the EMC Expo Center.

The Des Moines International Airport will add direct flights to Boston and Jacksonville in May 2025, increasing its nonstop destinations to a record 33.

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.

BabyTron & BLP Kosher Live Concert

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

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.

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.

ASAP Mondays: Fiber Art Workshop

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

The Hip Hop Nutcracker: A Contemporary Dance Holiday Spectacle

Experience a vibrant re-imagining of the classic Nutcracker story through hip hop dance, Tchaikovsky's music, and innovative visuals at the Des Moines Civic Center.

Baby Rhyme Time at Des Moines Public Library

Experience an engaging session filled with rhymes, songs, and stories designed for caregivers and their babies aged 0 to 18 months.

Thanksgiving Dinner Packages Available for Pickup

Experience a stress-free Thanksgiving with ready-to-eat meal packages prepared by Chef Fernando and his culinary team.

Sugar & Spice & Lifesaving: Blood Donation Event

Experience the festive spirit while saving lives by donating blood at the Festival of Trees and receive a collectible ugly sweater shirt.

Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party

Experience a magical adventure with Mickey Mouse and friends featuring high-flying skating and acrobatics at Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party.