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Des Moines
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A bus carrying Iowa Lakes Community College's baseball team crashed Wednesday morning near Twin Lakes— en route to a series in Arkansas— killing one person and injuring over 30 as students held a vigil to mourn the loss. KCCI
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Prairie Meadows’ new leadership plans to boost horse racing investments + attract new investors as the casino looks to stay competitive with its peers. The strategy is expected to support long-term growth and business innovation. The Des Moines Register
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ John Deere is recalling 245 laid-off workers in Iowa to return to work this month and next at facilities including one in Waterloo. One hundred fifty of the recalled workers will resume their roles in drive-train, tractor, and engine operations. Iowa Starting Line
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa National Guard held a homecoming ceremony on Feb. 11 for soldiers returning from deployments in Iraq and Syria at Des Moines International Airport. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ The Iowa Lottery announced that Lucky for Life will end with a final drawing on Saturday, Feb. 21 — tickets already bought can be redeemed for up to 180 days, with the move coming after declining sales since the game started in 2016. The Des Moines Register
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Iowa lawmakers are considering two bills that would remove treatment time limits in subacute mental health care; the House measure advanced on Tuesday and the Senate proposal passed its committee earlier. The changes aim to ease transitions between outpatient care and hospitalization & help families access needed support. The Des Moines Register
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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K-pop Meet-up
5-6 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Connect with fellow K-pop fans while enjoying snacks and trading photocards.
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Baby Rhyme Time
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Experience playful rhymes and songs in a welcoming environment for caregivers and babies.
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