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Friday, February 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Des Moines refugee center is experiencing challenges due to a halt in federal funding, impacting services for about 500 legally residing refugees, triggering requests for local financial aid. KCCI
- ➤ The Animal Rescue League of Iowa offers to spay or neuter a feral cat in your ex's name for a donation, aiming to control the stray cat population and provide a unique Valentine's gesture. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Robert G. Riley, Christopher J. Risewick, and Teri Wahlig, MD, will be honored as the 2024 inductees to the Iowa Business Hall of Fame for their significant contributions to Iowa's business climate and community development. Downtown Des Moines
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Icy conditions in Des Moines lead to multiple crashes, including incidents involving emergency responders, causing minor injuries and infrastructural damage. WHO 13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines police released the names of a 15-year-old and a 24-year-old killed in an incident classified as a homicide and suicide, with both individuals known to each other but not related. KCCI
- ➤ Des Moines Police are investigating a Thursday evening shooting that resulted in one person being injured near Southeast 14th Street and Maury Street. KCCI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, Iowa, announced Kida the cotton-top tamarin is expecting twins, marking another significant event for the conservation of this critically endangered species. WHO 13
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New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness
This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!
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Decorah vs. Winterset High School Basketball Game
The Iowa Wolves High School Hoops Series features a basketball matchup between Decorah and Winterset at the Iowa Events Center.
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Los Inquietos Del Norte Concert
Experience a live performance by Los Inquietos Del Norte at the Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines, Iowa.
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Pella vs. North Polk High School Basketball Game
This event features a high school basketball game between Pella and North Polk as part of the Iowa Wolves High School Hoops Series.
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Melcher-Dallas High School vs. Wayne High School Basketball Game
This event features a high school basketball game between Melcher-Dallas and Wayne as part of the Iowa Wolves High School Hoops Series.
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Des Moines Big Band Performance
The Des Moines Big Band, a renowned jazz ensemble with a history dating back to the 1950s, will perform at Noce, showcasing their rich legacy and talent.
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47th Annual Des Moines Home & Garden Show
The Des Moines Home & Garden Show showcases innovative exhibits, expert talks, and local landscaping ideas, featuring free admission for heroes and teachers on designated days.
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Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End - A Biographical Play
This uplifting biographical play celebrates the life and humor of Erma Bombeck, reflecting on the joys and struggles of women through her clever storytelling.
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Des Moines Home and Garden Show 2025
The Des Moines Home and Garden Show returns for its 47th year, featuring HGTV stars and offering inspiration for home projects and advice from industry experts.
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Des Moines Home and Garden Show 2025
The Des Moines Home and Garden Show offers inspiration for home projects and access to industry experts, featuring HGTV stars Chelsea and Cole DeBoer.
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Iowa Wild vs. Rockford IceHogs Hockey Match
Watch the Iowa Wild take on the Rockford IceHogs in an exciting hockey matchup featuring $1 hot dogs until the end of the first intermission.
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