Good morning, Des Moines.

Des Moines police are asking for help finding a stolen 2017 Dodge Charger—its bright yellow body with a black hood, roof and trunk was carjacked during a test drive on Sunday in Des Moines, and although a 17-year-old suspect was taken into custody after switching plates in West Des Moines and a handgun was recovered from Illinois, the Charger remains missing.

The Des Moines Art Center is hosting a summer exhibition that shows 15 Haitian art pieces from the Waterloo Center for the Arts’ collection of over 2,000 works to highlight everyday Haitian culture and spirituality.

The exhibition is affected by cuts in NEH funding—which canceled some events—as a free public symposium is scheduled for April 26.

Iowa lawmakers passed a bill that requires high school students nine through twelve to pass a civics test—similar to the one immigrants take to become U.S. citizens—to graduate.

The bill now heads to Gov. Kim Reynolds who is expected to sign it into law.

Simpson College named Terry Handley as interim president after college president Jay Byers died on April 17 — Handley was unanimously selected by the board on April 22 and will serve until a new president is elected at the May 16 meeting.

Photos document Rep. Zach Nunn’s career from campaign events and state fair appearances to family milestones and his military promotion.

The collection features moments such as his talk with Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins at Iowa farms on March 31 — capturing key highlights of his public service.

Rep. Zach Nunn introduced bipartisan legislation that will let Iowa law enforcement use federal grants to investigate pig butchering scams targeting older residents—allowing police to use tools like blockchain technology to track fraudulent activity.

The measure comes as financial fraud against seniors has resulted in significant losses over recent years.

Renovations have been approved for the old North Des Moines City Hall located on Sixth Avenue in River Bend.

Townhall Associates LP will convert the historic building into a mixed-use project featuring a coffee shop on the first floor, five residential units upstairs, additional apartments, and a food hall for $13.1 million—with construction set to start this summer and finish in November 2026.

New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness

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

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.

The Fail Forward Event Spring 2025

4:30-7:30 p.m. — Bash Events & Catering — Snacks and first drink included — Celebrate learning from mistakes with inspiring speakers and engaging discussions.

Blooming with K-pop!

4:00 – 5:30 PM — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month with K-pop activities and fun prizes.

Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show

6-9 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown — $67.95 + taxes & fees — Enjoy a night of interactive comedy as you solve a hilarious murder mystery while dining.