Good morning, Des Moines.

Michelle Book led a big turnaround at the Food Bank of Iowa — food now comes faster as trucks grew from 3 to 20 and help increased by over 200% in distribution and over 600% in volunteers — and she hopes her work is remembered for caring for neighbors.

A four-year-old child died in Ames when he was accidentally shot in an apartment on South Sherman Avenue Monday afternoon—police said a 911 call at 2:27 p.m. led EMS to transport him to MercyOne Medical Center in Des Moines where he later died, and an autopsy is set as the investigation continues.

This morning, a House subcommittee approved a Senate bill that would bar D.E.I. offices and staff in city and county governments.

Later this afternoon, a Senate subcommittee will review a House-passed bill that would end D.E.I. programs in community colleges, state universities and private colleges—actions that lawmakers say reflect deep divisions on the issue.

Iowa Supreme Court justices will grill Magistrate David J.

Hanson at a hearing on Thursday over his use of a racial slur and bias in a sex-abuse case, and he said he did not know the term was offensive. The Judicial Qualifications Commission has recommended a 90-day suspension without pay—Hanson said he will take any required training and asked not to be removed because of his court's heavy caseload in Fayette County.

New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness

This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!

Author Event with Amina Luqman-Dawson

6:30-8 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Celebrate the award-winning author of 'Freewater' and enjoy a book signing and Q&A session.

Middle of the Map Tattoo Convention

2 PM - 8 PM — EMC Expo Center — All ages welcome — Celebrate tattoo artistry and explore the vibrant world of body art.

WHS PROM Starlight Soiree 2025

8-10 p.m. — Iowa Events Center Ballroom — $30 — Celebrate an enchanting evening under the stars at the WHS Prom 2025.

Des Moines Symphony Presents O Fortuna Carmina Burana

2:30-4 p.m. — Des Moines Civic Center — $20-80, Students half-price — Experience fate and fortune with over 100 voices in a powerful performance of Orff's Carmina Burana.

Jazz on the House with Saxophonist Wayne Page & Co.

7-10 p.m. — Noce — No cover all night — Enjoy a vibrant evening of live jazz music paired with happy hour specials.

Warrant Concert

12:30 a.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Tickets starting at $49 — Catch Warrant live for a night of rock music in Des Moines.

Spring Collaging Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Cost not specified — Explore your creativity with collaging techniques in this engaging workshop with Madeline Maser.

UX Bootcamp in Des Moines

— 105 hours — Bank of America Building, 317 6th Ave — $3,744 — Gain hands-on skills in UX design through a practical bootcamp experience.

Toddler Tales: Rabbits

3:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Easter Lake Event Center — Free entry — Engage your toddler's imagination with a delightful nature-themed story about rabbits followed by fun activities.

Des Moines Career Fair

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Des Moines Marriott Downtown — Registration needed — Connect with top employers in various fields and boost your career prospects.