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Des Moines
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A WalletHub report released May 27 found Des Moines ranked 78th among 182 U.S. cities as a place to raise a family. The study highlighted high affordability but noted lower scores in education and childcare. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Ross the Harbor seal, a long-time resident at Blank Park Zoo since 2011, died on Tuesday, May 26 after complications during a veterinary procedure — zoo officials said a necropsy is underway to determine the cause. The Des Moines Register
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A four-year-old fell from a two-story window in Lake City at 4:40 p.m. Tuesday and remains stable while receiving treatment at a Des Moines hospital, according to Calhoun County Emergency officials. KCCI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Iowa residents can look up for a rare blue moon on Sunday, May 31 when the month’s second full moon peaks at about 3:45 a.m. CT — cloudy skies in western areas might limit views. The Des Moines Register
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Iowa Water Works asked metro residents to cut outdoor watering by 50% on May 27 because rising nitrate levels and increased demand have strained the water system. Officials warned a mandatory lawn watering ban could follow if cuts are not met — temperatures are forecast in the mid-80s with little rain. The Des Moines Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Story County Board of Supervisors sent a letter to Sen. Ernst urging her to support an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act that would unlock stalled wind energy projects in the county and ease uncertainty for local farmers + landowners. 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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Alpha Wolf Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Wooly's — Ticketed event — Experience the electrifying performance of Alpha Wolf at Wooly's in Des Moines, IA.
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Meet Me @ The Altar Concert
7-9 p.m. — Wooly's — Concert tickets available — Enjoy an evening with Meet Me @ The Altar in Des Moines, IA.
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Cultivating Careers Program
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Project IOWA — Free participation — Empowering community members through holistic workforce training and one-on-one coaching.
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World Pork Expo
June 2-3 — Iowa State Fairgrounds — Admission varies — Explore the pork industry's latest innovations and meet thousands of fellow enthusiasts.
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Blue Light Jazz with NOLA Jazz
5-7 p.m. — Surety Hotel Lobby Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy Stiff Drinks, Smooth Grooves, and Chill Vibes with live Jazz music.
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Sherman Hill Neighborhood Meeting
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Mickle Center Business & Neighborhood Resources — Free entry — Help shape the future of Sherman Hill and connect with neighbors over updates and guest speakers.
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Satsang Acoustic Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Wooly's — Ticket required — Experience an intimate soundcheck and Q&A session with Satsang along with a signed tour poster.
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Date Me DSM at Iowa Cubs
5-7 p.m. — Iowa Cubs Stadium — Ticket required — Mix with singles aged 28-40 while enjoying a baseball game and a post-game drone show.
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Iowa Cubs Sensory-Friendly Game
1:08 – 2:08 p.m. — Principal Park — Discounted tickets available — Experience a game designed for individuals with autism or sensory processing disorders with a calming atmosphere and activities.
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Rooftop Yoga
7:30-8:30 p.m. — The Shop DSM - Event Center — Beginner friendly — Enjoy a relaxing hour of yoga on the rooftop in Des Moines.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is going from failure to failure without losing enthusiasm.
~ Winston Churchill
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