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West Des Moines
Monday, November 25th, 2024
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ About 500 Iowa families received free Thanksgiving meal ingredients from a collective effort by six local car dealerships, aiming to alleviate holiday stress. KCCI
- ➤ DART adjusts services including discontinuing the free D-Line due to funding issues and changes to Route 15 and the Altoona route schedules and locations. KCCI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Des Moines man, Cody Gibbs, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for firing a gun during a police chase after pleading guilty to possession of a firearm as a felon. KCCI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Iowa's new law to combat chronic absenteeism in schools has sparked both implementation challenges and adaptations, with some districts seeing improvements in attendance. KCCI
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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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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
Experience an enchanting adventure with Mickey Mouse and friends, featuring impressive skating performances and acrobatics.
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Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End - A Humorous Tribute
Experience the witty and uplifting journey of renowned humorist Erma Bombeck in this engaging theatrical production.
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Longarm and Pro-Stitcher Education Class (Lecture/Demo)
Learn longarm quilting techniques and tips from expert educators during this informative workshop.
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Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
Experience a lively storytime filled with movement, music, and rhyming at the Central Library, designed for children and families while ensuring social distancing.
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Christkindlmarket Des Moines: A German-Inspired Holiday Market
Experience a festive German-inspired Christmas Market featuring handcrafted goods, lively performances, and seasonal treats at Principal Park.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The creative adult is the child who survived.
~ Ursula K. Le Guin
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