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Monday, March 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Des Moines firefighter and Winterset School Board member, Malcolm Cortner, passed away after a battle with glioblastoma while advocating for expanded cancer benefits for firefighters. KCCI
- ➤ Firefighters won against police 9-2 in the 20th annual 'Guns N Hoses' hockey game, raising funds for Easterseals Iowa and Camp Sunnyside. KCCI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An early morning car crash into the Dam Pub in Beaverdale results in a stolen ATM, with no injuries reported and the pub remaining open for business. KCCI
- ➤ Des Moines residents lost over $480,000 to aggressive scam callers posing as law enforcement last year, prompting police warnings against such fraud. KCCI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines Airport offers roundtrip flights for $270 or less in March, with the cheapest flight to Chicago at $183, amidst a decrease in ticket prices from February. The Des Moines Register
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nathan Worthington, a Lincoln High School senior, was voted the Des Moines Register's Student of the Week, ranking in the top 2% of his class with a 4.2 GPA, and demonstrating leadership in academics, sports, and community service. The Des Moines Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird has filed lawsuits against Bitcoin Depot and CoinFlip, seeking to recover over $20 million for Iowans victimized over three years. KCCI
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dozens of kids participated in the annual Lincoln Legends All-Star basketball game in Des Moines, showcasing their talents while emphasizing growth on and off the court. KCCI
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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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Monthly Writing Night at Smokey Row Coffee
A casual gathering for writers of all levels to dedicate time to their craft, whether working on personal projects or experimenting with prompts.
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Baby Rhyme Time at Des Moines Public Library
This weekly program features rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and playtime for caregivers and babies aged 0 to 18 months.
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Joe Dombrowski Stand-Up Comedy Show
Comedian Joe Dombrowski brings his unique take on the challenges of elementary school teaching to the stage at the Des Moines Funny Bone.
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Marcia Ball Live at Temple Theater
Marcia Ball, a celebrated artist, will perform live at the Temple Theater in Des Moines.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Adele
Experience the music of Adele performed by the Listeso String Quartet in an intimate, candlelit setting at the Scottish Rite Consistory.
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Des Moines Symphony Orchestra: Sterling Elliot's Debut
The Des Moines Symphony features Sterling Elliot in his debut performance of Haydn’s Cello Concerto, alongside works by Coleridge-Taylor and Dvorak.
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3D Printing Techniques: Bambu X-1 and Formlabs Form 3 Training
This training class will teach participants how to operate filament and resin 3D printers, including software preparation for printing.
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Broadway's Next Hit Musical at Temple Theater
Broadway's Next Hit Musical offers a series of live performances at the Temple Theater in Des Moines, featuring a variety of showtimes over several days.
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Weekly Baby Rhyme Time
A weekly program for caregivers and babies aged 0 to 18 months featuring rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and playtime.
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Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End - A Biographical Play
This uplifting biographical play explores the life and humor of Erma Bombeck, highlighting her influence as a voice for homemakers and women across America.
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Bowl For Kids' Sake
Bowl for a Cause with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa! Bring your team together for a fun-filled event that supports life-changing mentoring programs while giving your company the spotlight it deserves!
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