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Thursday, April 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tanner Bandy, a 28-year-old from Nevada, was arrested on April 17 after sending violent and threatening messages—federal documents say he planned a mass shooting at Iowa State’s spring commencement following a report on April 16. KCCI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Historic homes in Des Moines have been restored to preserve their stories—featured projects include a tour of the Jordan House on March 22, preservation work at a River Bend home on Feb. 28, and a renovated 1896 house in the Drake neighborhood by Invest DSM. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Seven historic homes in the Des Moines metro are open for tours and special events — serving as museums, bed and breakfasts, and event venues — with locations including Terrace Hill, Jordan House, Salisbury House, Hoyt Sherman Place, Rollins Mansion, Butler House on Grand, and Judge Lewis House. The Des Moines Register
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Community members at Simpson College will gather today at 8:00 p.m. at Cowles Fieldhouse on the Indianola campus for a candlelight vigil to honor late president Jay Byers. The college confirmed he was found dead at his residence last week during a wellness check—he had been a 1993 graduate and served as president since July—and the event is expected to draw a large crowd. KCCI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers are studying a bill to create the Iowa Major Events and Tourism Program — the measure cleared the Senate Appropriations Committee and proposes depositing $15 million annually from sports wagering taxes to fund grants that cover up to 50% of incentive costs for non-profit groups bidding for tourism events. The program aims to help Iowa compete with states that already support major event bids with similar funding. Radio Iowa
- ➤ At a town hall in Northwood on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, around 100 Iowans pressed Sen. Grassley with tough questions over federal policies while one woman apologized for his early-day grief, prompting shouts and expletives from others. Grassley defended his approach to border enforcement and stressed that stricter law by the current administration could have prevented these issues — a moment that underscored deep local political divides. KCCI
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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.
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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.
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Soul Sunday with Gospel Artists
3 PM — Noce — Food and drinks available for purchase — Experience uplifting gospel music alongside a soul food inspired brunch.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Nocturnal Affair Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Wooly's — Tickets available — Experience the haunting sounds of Las Vegas dark rockers The Nocturnal Affair.
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