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Des Moines
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The nonprofit The Final Salute will lay to rest 170 unclaimed Iowans' urns at Avon Cemetery this Saturday. A procession departs from Southridge Mall at 9:15 a.m., with the ceremony starting at 10 a.m. KCCI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Adverse weather limited fieldwork last week, with a USDA report noting only three days of suitable planting conditions. Corn planting increased from 1% to 2% – 14% behind last year's pace, and soybeans reached just 1% compared to 10% at this time. Radio Iowa
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Forecasters say a potentially 'super' El Niño event may bring cooler summer temperatures & near-normal rainfall to Iowa, easing drought risks while local severe weather remains unpredictable. Scientists are monitoring global patterns that could shape conditions this summer. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Iowa residents may catch the northern lights and Lyrid meteor shower tonight if skies stay clear in northern and central areas; conditions near the Mississippi show more clouds with viewing possible from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. The Des Moines Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers on Des Moines interstates will face an overnight ramp closure from westbound I‑80 to northbound I‑35 from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. between April 21 and April 24 due to an Iowa DOT project — motorists must follow a detour via U.S. Highway 69. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ U.S.D.A. Rural Development approved about $4 million in grants to help independent gas stations upgrade to renewable fuel technology. The funding supports adding E-15, E-85, and B-20 dispensers at sites in various Iowa counties — including Delaware, Dubuque, and Keokuk. Radio Iowa
- ➤ Neighbors near Hanawalt Elementary want traffic improvements on 56th Street near Robertson Drive during school pick-up and drop-off, and city engineers plan to discuss solutions with Des Moines Public Schools amid concerns over congestion and speeding. 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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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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~ Abraham Lincoln
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