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West Des Moines
Wednesday, November 20th, 2024
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. Radio Iowa
- ➤ 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. FOX 17
- ➤ 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. KCCI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A multi-vehicle accident on eastbound Interstate 235 in West Des Moines resulted in at least one hospitalization and traffic delays. KCCI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ WHO Radio's David Geiger delivers Tuesday's primary updates on agriculture and volatile farm commodity prices. WHO13
- ➤ EMC Insurance will pay Polk County up to $525,000 annually, starting in 2025, to rename Hy-Vee Hall to the EMC Expo Center. KCCI
- ➤ The Des Moines International Airport will add direct flights to Boston and Jacksonville in May 2025, increasing its nonstop destinations to a record 33. KCCI
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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