Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of December.
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💼 Business
West Des Moines-based Lola’s Fine Hot Sauce earned three national awards at the 2026 Scovie Awards on Dec.
17 when its Cherry Jalapeno Salsa and marketing efforts, including its Instagram page, were recognized, showing the family business has grown from local farmers markets to over 14,000 retailers.
🎉 West Des Moines Events
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Iowa Pro-Am Archery Tournament
Daytime — EMC Expo Center — Registration required — Experience one of the premier archery tournaments in Central Iowa.
A Christmas Carol
2-4 p.m. — Stoner Theater — $45 standard, $25 community-sponsored — Experience the heartwarming tale of redemption and the true spirit of Christmas with Iowa's beloved holiday show.
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas
1-2:30 p.m. — Des Moines Performing Arts — Cost info not provided — Experience the whimsical tale of the Grinch discovering the true meaning of Christmas.
Weekly Art Nights with Art is Rad
6-8 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $10 per artist — Unleash your creativity with weekly hands-on art activities for all ages and skill levels.
Disenchanted! The Hit Musical Comedy
7-9 p.m. — Temple Theater — Cost info unavailable — Enjoy a hilarious twist on fairy tales with Snow White and her disenchanted princesses.
Baby Rhyme Time
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Engage in rhymes, songs, and stories for babies and caregivers.
Disney's Frozen: The Broadway Musical
7:00 – 9:30 PM — Des Moines Community Playhouse — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical tale of sisterhood and adventure with beloved songs from the film.
Dome for the Holidays
5-9 p.m. — Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden — Adults $17, Children (2-12) $11 — Experience a dazzling light display and holiday cheer in a tropical oasis.
Chicago Wolves vs Iowa Wild
6:00 – 7:30 PM — Casey's Center — Tickets starting at $29 — Catch the excitement as the Wolves take on the Wild in this thrilling AHL matchup.
Disenchanted! The Hit Musical Comedy
7-9 p.m. — Temple Theater — Fun family entertainment — Witness a hilarious twist on classic princess tales with Snow White and her friends in this musical comedy.
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