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Monday, May 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ankeny's new glow-in-the-dark trail is now open for visitors to walk a 425-foot segment off the High Trestle Trail that features pavement glowing in the dark. The trail is part of the High Trestle Trail Experience Park project built with a $1 million investment and a $20,000 grant from Bravo Greater Des Moines—its dedication is planned for June. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Perry Lutheran Homes is hosting a free summer concert series that begins today at Eden Acres Campus with a performance by Jamie Aaron Kelley at 7 p.m. The series also includes concerts on June 9, June 30, and Aug 18—families and seniors are invited to attend— while food will be available for purchase. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ On May 17, families gathered at Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt Park to see the opening of a new natural playscape featuring a pebble harp, mud kitchen, logs, and hay bales that replace the old wooden playground. The park has grown to nearly 10,000 acres since its first land acquisition in 1960 and nearby camping areas at 8600 N.E. 126 Ave were also renovated to further support family outings. The Des Moines Register
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A security guard was shot in the leg at an Oak Park business early May 18 and taken to the hospital after a 26-year-old suspect was arrested on attempted murder charges — police also reported that a separate shooting in the Drake neighborhood on Saturday evening injured a person who fled the scene and later crashed near Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway and Meek Avenue, resulting in hospitalization. The Des Moines Register
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The new Kettlestone Central Sports Complex in Waukee opened on May 15 and is believed to be Iowa's largest indoor wood court space. Photos show the main gym, seating, an outdoor court, and a sports medicine area — features designed for youth basketball. 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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Birth Basics Class
11 PM – 1 AM — Visitor Parking Ramp — Registration required — Gain essential information on labor stages and delivery options in this informative class.
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Legal Essentials for Entrepreneurs Workshop
11:30 a.m. — 204 12th St — Free entry — Learn to protect your business ideas and brand while avoiding legal pitfalls in a fun setting.
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Trivia Night: 90s at Exile Brewing
6-8 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — Enjoy happy hour treats — Test your knowledge with Trophy Husband Trivia every Thursday.
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Freedom in Freeform Poetry Event
4-5:30 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — An open mic space for local poets to showcase their original works and share their love for poetry.
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2025 Downtown Farmers' Market
7 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Court District — Free entry — Explore a vibrant market featuring local produce, artisan foods, and more in downtown Des Moines.
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Summer Music Series: Corbett Reeves
5-7:30 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — $4.50 pints — Enjoy live music and patio vibes during the Summer Music Series.
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I Spy: Bikes
All day — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Celebrate National Bike Month with a fun picture scavenger hunt in the Youth area to win a prize.
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Damon Dotson at Gray's Station Summer Music Series
6-8 p.m. — The Paseo at Gray's Station — Free entry — Enjoy live music, delicious food trucks, and summer vibes in downtown Des Moines.
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Trivia Night at Exile Brewing
6-8 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — $4.50 pints during happy hour — Test your knowledge with Trophy Husband Trivia at this local favorite brewery.
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Adam Kulmatycki Duo Live at Annie’s Irish Pub
8-11 p.m. — Annie's Irish Pub — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an evening of live music in a vibrant Irish pub atmosphere.
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