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Des Moines
Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa’s craft beer and spirits industry experienced a 5% production decline and some closures last week as national trends squeezed the market, while a rise in craft beer retail share offered a glimmer of hope as producers battled high inventories and clogged distribution channels. Radio Iowa
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Iowa's high school graduation rate hit 88.8% last year, a half-point increase over 2024 and the best rate in five years, state education officials said, meaning nearly 1,000 more graduates for the class of 2025, although support for English language learners remains necessary. KCCI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa State University researchers found bee-free prairie plots produced 27% fewer plant species than plots with bees, showing how bee activity boosts plant diversity. The study began four years ago & is ongoing as researchers continue monitoring the restored prairie plots. Radio Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senator Chuck Grassley, 92, underwent surgery to remove a gallstone this past weekend and is recovering well thanks to local health care providers. His staff said he is working from Iowa and remains in good spirits. Radio Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Iowans ran in the 130th Boston Marathon. Des Moines’ John Taylor (67) completed his 31st race in 5 hours, 45 minutes and 26 seconds after hip surgery, while Philip Hodges (78) of Urbandale and two 20-year-old runners from Waverly and Council Bluffs finished the course. KCCI
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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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Waldorf Alumni Meet-Up
5-7 p.m. — Confluence Brewing Company — First drink complimentary — Reconnect with Waldorf friends and enjoy great conversation in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Nate Bargatze: Big Dumb Eyes World Tour
7 p.m. — Casey's Center — $95 — Enjoy a night of outrageous comedy with Nate Bargatze as he brings laughter to Downtown Des Moines this spring.
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NAMI Family Support Group
10:30 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Connect with others facing the challenges of supporting loved ones with mental health conditions.
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Clue - High School Edition
2-3 p.m. — Des Moines Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling high school rendition of the classic mystery game.
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Clue - High School Edition
2-3 p.m. — Des Moines Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a high school rendition of the classic mystery game.
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City Voices Spring Recital
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Free admission — Enjoy a showcase of talented students performing a variety of songs from Classical, Contemporary, and Music Theater repertoires.
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Jimmy Failla Live
7-10 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Ticket prices starting at $73 — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Jimmy Failla at a premier venue.
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Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
3:15-3:45 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a lively storytime filled with movement, music, and rhyming fun for little ones.
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Iowa Horse Fair
3:30 PM - 5 PM (May 8-10) — Iowa State Fairgrounds — Varies — A celebration of equestrian culture featuring competitions, vendors, and entertainment for all ages.
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Iowa Hope Run (5K)
8:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Des Moines Water Works Park — Registration required — Participate in a community race honoring local teens affected by brain tumors.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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