Good morning, Des Moines.

Families enjoyed a storytime at Valley Community Center with WHO 13's Ed Wilson and astronaut Robert L.

Gibson. Gibson read his children's book First Flight (a tale inspired by his close family ties) while kids played with inflatables and took part in book-making workshops.

Iowa's only billionaire, Harry Stine (83) of Adel, saw his net worth climb from $9.7 billion last year to over $10 billion in 2025 as he expanded his agriculture empire through licensing deals with major companies (Monsanto and Syngenta).

Drivers using Interstate 80 and 35 and US 6 Hickman Road will face ramp closures starting April 21 as part of an interchange project, with detours in effect until mid-August.

The Iowa Department of Transportation said drivers will use a detour via Douglas Avenue + Douglas Parkway + Northwest 128th Street + University Avenue.

31-year-old Christina Crowley finished a 5K run Saturday with family and friends after six rounds of chemotherapy—she began training in February—and she will learn on Wednesday if she is cancer-free.

Catholic Health Initiatives-Iowa dropped its legal argument that an unborn child is not a 'patient' for damage calculations—its stance conflicted with its mission of protecting life from conception.

At a Polk County court hearing on Friday, MercyOne also withdrew its motion in the malpractice case, and the trial is set for May 12.

Photos show runners competing in the Drake Road Races on April 19th in Des Moines—images capture moments along Forest Avenue, 25th Street and at Drake Stadium as the event opened the Drake Relays.

New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness

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

Taps & Tags Music Night

7:30-10 p.m. — Westown Tap Bar and Restaurant — Free entry — A lively social evening for singers and music lovers to showcase their talent and enjoy live performances.

Korean Mythology Escape Room

6:30-7:15 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration required — Outwit ancient myths and recover missing artifacts in an engaging escape room experience.

Low School Group Traffic

All day — Science Center of Iowa — Standard admission — Enjoy a quieter visit at the Science Center with minimal school group traffic expected.

CPCU Society and RISE Professionals Joint Event

3:30-5:30 p.m. — Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company — Contact for tickets — Network with insurance professionals and enjoy drinks and appetizers while learning about career resources.

Freedom in Freeform

4-5:30 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — A welcoming stage for local poets to share their original works and celebrate the passion of poetry.

Bluegrass Matinee at Exile Brewing

11 AM - 1 PM — Exile Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy live bluegrass music from Stringfield in a vibrant beer hall atmosphere.

Soul Sunday with Gospel Artists

3 PM — Noce — Food and drinks available for purchase — Experience uplifting gospel music alongside a soul food inspired brunch.

3D Printer Training Class

5-6 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free registration — Master 3D printing with hands-on training on top-of-the-line printers and software.

Open Mic Night

6-9 p.m. — Fireside Grille — 2-for-1 Pasta Night with Happy Hour — Showcase your talent with comedy, music, and more at a vibrant venue.

After School Adventures - May Baskets

3:45-4:30 p.m. — West Des Moines Public Library — Registration required — Create festive paper May baskets to celebrate spring fun.