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Des Moines
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lil Wayne will perform at Casey's Center on July 16 at 8 p.m. as part of his 20 Years of Carter Classics tour, with presales opening today for Citi cardholders and fan club members and general tickets available Friday at Hy-VeeTix.com. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Des Moines held its annual St. Patrick's Day parade on March 17 with participants tossing green beads & candy along Grand Ave while Iowa DOT provided live music, creating a festive scene captured in photos. The Des Moines Register
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa State senior forward Joshua Jefferson earned AP second-team All-American honors on March 17. He enters the NCAA Tournament with strong averages and the Cyclones will meet 15-seed Tennessee State in St. Louis on Friday. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Iowa State women's basketball star Audi Crooks was named a second team All-American by the US Basketball Writers Association on March 17. The 6-foot-3 junior center averaged 25.5 points and 7.8 rebounds this season as she prepares for the NCAA Tournament against Syracuse on March 21. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Today, the women’s March Madness tournament kicks off with First Four games — bracket predictions have been released to guide fans, and local options include Iowa and Iowa State tickets on StubHub. 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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Twilight Zone Unscripted
7 PM – 1 AM — Temple Theater — Tickets available — Experience the unpredictable thrills of Twilight Zone Unscripted live.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Planetary Prom
6-9 p.m. — Science Center of Iowa — 21+ event — Dance among the stars at the Science Center's cosmic-themed prom featuring music, cocktails, and space exhibits.
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Courtside for a Cause
4:45 PM – 8:00 PM — Casey's Center — Donation encouraged — Support Hope Ministries while enjoying an Iowa Wolves game and inspiring testimonies.
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