Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of January.
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🎓 Education
Des Moines Public Schools will demolish the century-old Moulton Elementary School today to build an arts academy — city leaders may delay the plan by considering historic landmark status.
The council will decide at 5 p.m. whether to approve demolition or refer the case to the Historic Preservation Commission.
🏈 Sports
Iowa coach Jan Jensen said Taylor McCabe, a senior starter on the women’s basketball team, suffered a knee injury Sunday and is set for an MRI.
McCabe will likely miss the Los Angeles trip as the team prepares to face USC and UCLA.
🎉 Des Moines Events
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New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness
This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!
Abundance To Go Market
3-6 p.m. — The Wallace Centers of Iowa — Cost varies — Explore seasonal delights with organic preserved foods sourced from local farms.
Reading Challenge Book Club
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Dive into a captivating mystery with 'The Busybody Book Club' by Freya Sampson.
US Custom Harvesters Show
January 29-31 — Iowa Events Center — Cost info not specified — Explore a variety of vendors and enjoy live auctions for harvesters.
Des Moines Real Estate Investing Coffee Meetup
7-9 a.m. — Smokey Row Coffee — Free entry — Casual discussions on real estate investing with local enthusiasts over coffee.
Couple Shuffle - Des Moines
2-9 p.m. — Aeroporto Internacional de Des Moines — Registration fees apply — Celebrate love with a Valentine-themed family fun run featuring multiple distances and festive activities.
Dungeons & Dragons Monthly Gathering
12:30-3:30 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Immerse yourself in a fantastical D&D adventure with new friends and seasoned players.
Writers' Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — No registration required — Share your writing and receive constructive feedback in a supportive environment.
Wayne Hancock Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — xBk Live — Ticket info available — Experience the master of hillbilly swing in a vibrant live setting.
Andrew Hoyt Live at the Iowa Newspaper Foundation Convention
5-9 p.m. — Des Moines Marriott Downtown — Cost info not provided — Experience the musical talents of local singer/songwriter Andrew Hoyt in an engaging convention setting.
Candlelight Concert: The Beatles
6 p.m. — World Food Prize Hall of Laureates — $37.63 — Experience The Beatles' hits illuminated by candlelight in a stunning venue.
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