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Monday, March 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday morning, a helicopter lifted heavy cooling equipment (weighing 9,000 pounds) to the top of the 35-story Ruan Center in downtown Des Moines. Des Moines police (which shut down nearby roads) helped keep the area safe during the project’s second phase. KCCI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Central Iowa high school band students from Waukee Northwest Royal Brigade will march in Dublin's St. Patrick's Day Parade tomorrow at 7 a.m. Iowa time—rehearsals posted by Kilkenny Councilor Andrew McGuiness confirmed the schedule—and the event will air on Iowa PBS. KCCI
- ➤ On March 15th, partygoers celebrated St. Patrick's Day with a bar crawl through nine downtown venues — enjoying themed drinks, games, and green beads. In Waukee, Mickey’s Irish Pub held its own event — featuring live Irish music and green beer. The Des Moines Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Iowa DOT begins closing exit 102 on I-35 near Huxley for road expansion work that will add new southbound lanes — update the interchange and lengthen the highway bridge. Drivers will follow a detour via 126th Avenue — Highway 69 and Highway 210 while contractors plan to reopen the interchange by December 1. The Des Moines Register
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mackenzie Dryden, who was 18 when she was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, is now recovering on her family farm in Winterset and posted a TikTok rant urging viewers to live life fully — her video reached nearly 2 million people. 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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Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year Support Group
This free postpartum support group meets every Tuesday for new parents with babies up to one year old at the Downtown Des Moines Public Library, providing a community of support without the need for registration.
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Duhawk Day Celebration 2025 in Des Moines, Iowa
The Duhawk Day event at Singlespeed Brewing in Des Moines brings together Duhawks to celebrate community and support their alma mater.
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Gravitate Coworking March Pretzel Day: St. Patrick's Trivia
This event features St. Patrick's Day trivia in a cozy atmosphere, complemented by pretzels for participants to enjoy.
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Tyler Utter Trio Concert
7-9 p.m. | The Cave DSM | Entry info not specified | Enjoy an evening of local music with the Tyler Utter Trio in a cozy venue.
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Great Train Show 2025
The Great Train Show features a wide array of trains, accessories, and activities for enthusiasts of all ages at the Iowa Events Center.
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Great Train Show 2025
The Great Train Show features over 200 tables of trains for sale, large model train displays, and offers free workshops and demonstrations.
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Texas Legends vs Iowa Wolves
6:30 PM | Iowa Events Center | Ticket prices vary | Witness the excitement of the NBA G League clash between Texas Legends and Iowa Wolves.
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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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Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End - A Biographical Play
A heartwarming and humorous play that celebrates the life of renowned humorist Erma Bombeck, highlighting her unique voice as a chronicler of everyday women's experiences.
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Trivia Night at Exile Brewing
6-8 p.m. | Exile Brewing Company | Free entry | Come have fun and test your knowledge with a night of trivia.
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