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West Des Moines
Saturday, December 14th, 2024
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ West Des Moines Historical Society is enhancing Legacy Woods with the addition of an 1870s log cabin to promote education and preserve history, including the story of abolitionist James Jordan. FOX 17
- ➤ The Salvation Army of Des Moines discovered a South African Big Five Elephant gold coin valued at $2,800 in a red kettle, contributing to their holiday fundraising efforts. Des Moines Register
- ➤ The WHO 13 News Team collaborates with the Salvation Army in Des Moines for the Red Kettle Campaign to raise funds for community support programs, targeting a $1.2 million goal. WHO13
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash on Interstate 80 west of Des Moines caused significant traffic delays, with westbound lanes blocked and a diversion at exit 117. KCCI
- ➤ A semi-truck crash on Interstate 80/35 near Hickman Road in Clive, Iowa, has caused significant traffic delays by reducing eastbound lanes to one and blocking the University Ave. entrance. KCCI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The state of Iowa is bracing for a significant ice storm, with freezing rain expected to impact travel and cause power outages from Friday afternoon into Saturday morning. KCCI
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Deck the Halls - Central Iowa Wind Ensemble Performance
Experience an evening of festive melodies performed by the Central Iowa Wind Ensemble at the Staplin Performing Arts Center.
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Shut Up & Write!® Des Moines Writing Session
This event offers a focused writing session for individuals looking to make progress on their writing projects in a supportive environment.
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Asian Cooking Class: Learn to Make Vegetable Dumplings
Participants will learn to prepare vegetable dumplings with guidance from CultureALL ambassadors, featuring a different dish in each session of this three-part cooking series.
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Triple Chocolate Shortbread Baking Class
Attendees will learn to make triple chocolate shortbread with Pie Bird Pies, enjoying samples and receiving recipes and baking media recommendations.
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Jingle in the Junction Holiday Celebration
Many businesses in Valley Junction extend their hours on Thursdays, offering opportunities to shop for holiday gifts and enjoy free entertainment amidst festive lights.
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Community Resource Connection Event
The Des Moines Public Library collaborates with local organizations to provide information on community resources such as meal sites and shelters, along with support for various needs.
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Ugly Sweater Speed Dating Event for Ages 35-45
A speed dating event for singles aged 35-45 featuring an ugly sweater theme, allowing participants to connect over a series of short conversations.
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The Glenn Miller Orchestra Holiday Show
Experience a festive evening with the Glenn Miller Orchestra as they perform classic holiday songs alongside timeless hits from their legendary repertoire.
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NOLA Holiday Show featuring the NOLA Jazz Band
Experience the vibrant sounds of the NOLA Jazz Band at the Noce Jazz Club, a premier destination for live music in Des Moines.
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I Spy: Winter at Des Moines Public Library
Children can search for winter-themed pictures in the youth area for a chance to win a prize.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.
~ Soren Kierkegaard
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