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Monday, February 9th, 2026

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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of February.

CRIME NEWS

  • More than 5,000 people woke up without power downtown Sunday when a trespasser climbed a substation fence at 16th Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, damaging equipment and leaving 1,700 customers still affected — officers treated the man after finding him burned and naked.  KCCI

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness

    This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!

    Fri, 1/10/25

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  • Baby Rhyme Time

    9:30-10:00 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Enjoy rhymes, songs, and stories for caregivers and babies aged 0-18 months.

    Wed, 2/11/26

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  • Iowa VMA Winter Conference

    7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — The Meadows Events & Conference Center — $149/night for hotel — Engage with veterinary professionals at this comprehensive conference featuring sessions and networking opportunities.

    Thu, 2/12/26

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  • Play and Learn Group

    10 AM – 12 PM — Forest Avenue Library — Free entry — Discover, learn, and play with interactive toys and activities for children ages 0-5.

    Fri, 2/13/26

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  • Iowa Wild Pink in the Rink Night

    6 p.m. — Casey's Center — Ticket prices from $30 — Cheer on the Iowa Wild as they face off against the Springfield Thunderbirds for a fun-filled night of hockey and community spirit.

    Sat, 2/14/26

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  • Koo Koo Concert

    1-5 p.m. — xBk Live — Tickets available — Experience an exciting concert by Koo Koo in Des Moines.

    Sun, 2/15/26

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  • Disenchanted! The Hit Musical Comedy

    7-9 p.m. — Temple Theater — Cost info not specified — Enjoy a hilarious twist on storybook princesses as they set the record straight in this hit musical comedy.

    Wed, 2/18/26

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  • Baby Safety Class

    11:30 PM - 2:00 AM — Visitor Parking Ramp — Registration required — Learn vital tips on baby-proofing your home and nursery safety from experts.

    Thu, 2/19/26

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  • Winnie The Pooh

    7-11 p.m. — Des Moines Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beloved adventures of Winnie The Pooh in a delightful children's theater performance.

    Fri, 2/20/26

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  • Winnie The Pooh Live Performance

    1-9 p.m. — Stoner Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beloved tale of Winnie The Pooh brought to life on stage by the Des Moines Young Artists Theatre.

    Sat, 2/21/26

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  • Mosher/Macbrehon Concert with Bridget Bell and Sarah Tonin

    2-4 p.m. — xBk Live — Tickets available — Experience the melodic sounds of Mosher alongside Bridget Bell and Sarah Tonin at this electrifying show.

    Sun, 2/22/26

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