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West Des Moines
Thursday, December 19th, 2024
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army and partners provide a toy shopping experience for over 2,000 children from 800 families in need this Christmas in West Des Moines, with additional support in food and utilities. WHO13
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ West Des Moines firefighters are responding to a fire at a priest residence near Dowling Catholic High School, with all individuals safely evacuated and no threat to the school. KCCI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Over a dozen search warrants were executed in Des Moines and its suburbs as part of an opioid-related overdose death investigation, involving multiple federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. WHO13
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The MOXIE Business Owner Roundtable, set for January 8, 2025, will focus on cultivating effective habits for personal and professional growth, facilitated by Christy Jones. Greater Des Moines Partnership
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Postal Service advises shoppers to send out holiday gifts immediately to ensure timely delivery, as more than 7 billion holiday mail pieces have been processed since Thanksgiving. KCCI
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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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JT's Slapshot New Year's Puck Drop Hockey Tournament
JT's Slapshot New Year's Puck Drop is a competitive hockey tournament featuring various age divisions held in West Des Moines, IA.
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Decoy Live Performance
Decoy will perform live at Wooly's in Des Moines, offering an evening of entertainment starting at 8 PM.
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Tiny Art Show Materials Pickup at Des Moines Public Library
Participants can pick up free art kits to create artwork for the first ever Tiny Art Show, with submissions due on January 10th and a gallery reception held on January 18th.
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Beyond Birth: Support Group for New Parents
Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies, featuring guest presenters and facilitated by Blank Children's Hospital.
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St. Edmond vs. South Hamilton High School Basketball Game
Two high school teams, St. Edmond and South Hamilton, will compete in a basketball game as part of the Iowa Wolves High School Hoops Series.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.
~ Maya Angelou
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