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Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Victoria the addax calf was born to parents Adeline and Po on May 7 at Des Moines' Blank Park Zoo as part of the zoo's diamond jubilee celebration + she can be seen daily in the Jamaa Kwa Africa section with the giraffes. The Des Moines Register
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Iowans may see a blue micromoon tonight if clear skies let the full moon appear smaller from being far from Earth; the event will be visible into early Sunday morning. Radio Iowa
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, May 29, the Iowa DNR reported that three state beaches exhibited high E. coli or algae levels - a drop from four flagged last week - with two now deemed safe and two remaining closed; the department tests 39 state beaches ahead of Memorial Day weekend. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Des Moines metro cities trimmed splash pad hours to curb outdoor water use after Central Iowa Water Works urged residents to cut usage by 50% to protect nitrate treatment. Ankeny, Des Moines, Urbandale and others now operate reduced schedules starting today. The Des Moines Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa’s Department of Health and Human Services canceled EBT cards for 5,554 SNAP recipients on May 29 but has issued new cards that should arrive in 5-7 days; customers are advised not to request a replacement if already issued one. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Des Moines will see dozens of downtown streets closed for the Dam to DSM half marathon and Downtown Farmers’ Market. Locust Street (between Second and Robert D. Ray Drive) closes Friday at 8 a.m. while additional roads shut Saturday at 4 a.m. with reopenings by 2 p.m. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ HUD Secretary Scott Turner visited central Iowa yesterday, touring a Habitat for Humanity community in Waukee where 48 new affordable homes were under construction. He met with local leaders and Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks in Indianola's downtown square to spotlight bipartisan efforts to ease housing regulations & boost new construction. 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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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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Sensory-Friendly Hours
4-7 p.m. — Science Center of Iowa — Free admission — Experience a quieter, less crowded environment tailored for families with children on the autism spectrum.
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Corn Belt Country Tour
7-10 p.m. — xBk Live, 1159 24th St, Des Moines, IA — Cost info unavailable — Experience the sounds of Paisley Fields exploring playful themes of connection and humor through music.
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