Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
Good morning, Des Moines.
🏛️ Government
Sarah Trone Garriott backed a public health insurance option at a roundtable in Ottumwa on Saturday, Mar.
14 — she said Medicaid cuts led to clinic closures and urged lawmakers to shore up the Affordable Care Act to protect local care.
🏥 Health
Giving Back Breath is a documentary that shows how Dr. Michael Welsh turned cystic fibrosis from a deadly disease into a manageable condition.
The film chronicles his breakthrough work sparked by an Iowa City bar meeting (a turning point) and is co-produced by Tangled Bank and the Des Moines Register.
🎉 Des Moines Events
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New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness
This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!
St. Patrick's Day Comedy Show
7-9 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $30 for 2-tops, $60 for 4-tops — Celebrate St. Paddy's Day with comedian Ryan O'Flanagan and plenty of laughs.
Twilight Zone Unscripted
7-10 p.m. — Temple Theater — Book tickets now — Experience a live interactive performance inspired by the iconic sci-fi series.
Twilight Zone Unscripted
7 PM – 1 AM — Temple Theater — Tickets available — Experience the unpredictable thrills of Twilight Zone Unscripted live.
Purple Piano with Marshall Charloff
7:30-9 p.m. — The Ingersoll Tap — Tickets starting at $136 — Experience a captivating performance by Marshall Charloff in a lively atmosphere.
Twilight Zone Unscripted
2-5 p.m. — Temple Theater — Ticketed event — Experience an interactive performance inspired by the iconic series in a vibrant live setting.
The Seagull
2-4 p.m. — Stoner Theater — $56.00 — Experience Chekhov’s classic as it explores the intersection of art, love, and ambition in a fresh adaptation.
Lake Drive Concert Featuring Flwers, Callback, and Rutabaga
6-10 p.m. — xBk Live — Check website for tickets — Enjoy an exciting lineup of live music with an eclectic mix of genres.
Puzzlepalooza Duel Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
Puzzlepalooza Duel — 6:30-9:30 p.m. — Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe — $15 registration — Compete head-to-head in a thrilling jigsaw puzzle showdown with prizes at stake.
Des Moines Career Fair
9:30 AM-12:30 PM — Hilton Des Moines Downtown — Free entry — Connect with recruiters from local and Fortune 500 companies for open career opportunities.
Kickoff Event for One Million Trees Campaign
4:30-6:00 p.m. — West End Architectural Salvage — RSVP required — Celebrate urban reforestation efforts and engage with local leaders on tree initiatives.
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