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Des Moines
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Artists Dawn Martinez Oropeza and Siriaco Garcia unveiled a new mural at McKinley Elementary yesterday in Des Moines, engaging students and visitors as they examined its details. School officials (including principal Sarah Grady) praised the artwork for adding creative energy to the school. The Des Moines Register
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 16, 2026, temperatures in Des Moines hit a record 66 degrees, prompting residents to bike, rollerblade, and spend time outdoors at Gray’s Lake Park and Drake University. Photos show melting ice and community members taking advantage of the unexpected winter thaw. The Des Moines Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa DOT is closing northbound I-35 from NE 126th Avenue & Iowa Highway 210 from 9 p.m. Tuesday until 5 a.m. Wednesday and southbound from 9 p.m. Wednesday until 5 a.m. Thursday, weather permitting. Drivers must follow a detour using Iowa 210, U.S. 69 & NE 126th Avenue. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Tax filers can check refund status—federal refunds update 24 hours after e-filing and paper filings may take up to four weeks—by visiting IRS.gov/refunds or using the IRS2Go app, while Iowa refunds can be tracked on the state website or by calling 1-800-367-3388. Iowa aims to process refunds within 30 days. 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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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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Wiggles and Giggles
10:15-10:45 a.m. — 1000 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA — Free entry — Enjoy a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming!
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Winnie the Pooh Theatre Performance
7-11 p.m. — Stoner Theater — Not specified — Enjoy a heartwarming theatrical adaptation of A.A. Milne’s beloved stories in the Hundred Acre Wood.
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Local Author Fair
1-3 p.m. — Beaverdale Books — Free entry — Spend the afternoon meeting six talented local authors in a cozy literary setting.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Your work is to discover your work and then with all your heart to give yourself to it.
~ Ryan Holiday
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