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Friday, June 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Woodward Friends and Neighbors Day begins today with a beef burger supper at Woodward Christian Church at 5 p.m., followed by the Little Mister and Miss Woodward Contest at 6 p.m. and live music by Royce Johns from 7 to 10 p.m. On Saturday, the celebration includes a 5K run at 8 a.m., a Main Street parade at 10 a.m., a car show with food donations, a tractor show, and family games (Sunday features a church service at 9 a.m. to close the weekend). The Des Moines Register
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two motorcycle crashes were under investigation when one rider, 66-year-old Ruby May Golnick, died after her bike was hit by a semi in Floyd County—while in Des Moines a car and a motorcycle collided, killing an unidentified motorcyclist and injuring the car’s driver. Radio Iowa
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Des Moines Police Department is investigating a fatal motorcycle and car crash on the city’s south side near Blank Park Zoo that occurred Wednesday at about 6:30 p.m.—the motorcyclist died at the scene while the car driver was injured and two passengers were unharmed. WHO 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines' Capital City Pride festival begins today after several big companies pulled their support and small businesses stepped in to cover the gap—director Wes Mullins said the budget remains balanced while Pride celebrations in other cities face shortfalls. KCCI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hoover High banned phones in class and Bergman Academy required students to check them in at the start of the day, which led to higher grades — over 55% As and Bs—and fewer suspensions while boosting classroom engagement. Both school leaders expect other districts to see similar improvements this school year as they follow Governor Kim Reynolds’s new state law. WHO 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers are needed to help compile Iowa’s Bumble Bee Atlas, a study that tracks bumble bee populations to support research on pollination. Training events start on June 21st in Peosta and will continue through July in other parts of Iowa—registration is free and pre-registration is required. Radio Iowa
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Polk County supervisors approved a year-long pilot program that will pay county employees a bonus of 10% of first-year savings up to $5,000 for ideas that cut spending plus the program will begin with a $25,000 pilot for fiscal year 2026 starting July 1, while some supervisors worry it could create tension among employees. The Des Moines Register
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Sleepy Hollow Snowflex Hill brings winter fun into summer as visitors enjoy tubing, skiing and snowboarding on the 600-foot-long slope — the world's largest — which is part of Polk County Conservation’s plan for year-round activities. The park is open Wednesday through Sunday from noon to 6 p.m., with extended hours on Saturday and special evening hours for snow sports on Wednesday. WHO 13
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City Liberty beat Cedar Rapids Washington 3-2 in a Class 3A state semifinal at Mediacom Stadium yesterday — the win sends the team to the final today at 5 against No. 4 Urbandale, where they will try to win a second state title in three years. The Gazette
- ➤ ADM girls soccer advanced to the state semifinals after Jada Grove scored her 100th goal in a 1-1 match against Independence and will now face top-seeded Waverly-Shell Rock — ADM baseball earned wins over Creston with Jaxson Book striking out seven, the softball team split a doubleheader in Boone with a 6-2 loss and a 13-1 win, and boys soccer ended its season with a 2-0 loss. 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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Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration
10 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Celebrate the start of summer with fun activities, face painting, and summer reading registration for youth of all ages.
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Summer Music Series: Eliana Franzenburg
5-7:30 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — All-day happy hour with $4.50 pints — Enjoy live music and great patio vibes.
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Summer Skate Day Camp
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Lauridsen Skatepark — $185.00 — Experience a week of skateboarding skills and fun at the popular Summer Skate Day Camp.
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Crafting for Adults: Personalized Stationery
8:30-10:00 p.m. — 1000 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA — Registration recommended — Personalize your own stationery set or make progress on a crafty project.
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Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
1-7 p.m. — Blank Children's Hospital Campus — Registration Closed — Enhance your skills in pediatric emergency care with hands-on training and expert instruction.
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ISSA Des Moines Networking Meetup
7-9 a.m. — Smokey Row Coffee — Free entry — Enjoy coffee and conversation while connecting with local infosec professionals.
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Sips in the City
6-9 p.m. — Ruan Center — VIP tickets available — Experience a vibrant night of wines, music, and local bites in downtown Des Moines.
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Bacoon Ride 2025
7 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Raccoon River Valley Trailhead — Registration Fee Required — Indulge in bacon-themed treats while cycling through scenic Iowa trails.
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Summer Music Series: Andrew Hoyt
5-7:30 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — $4.50 pints all day — Enjoy live music and cold beer on the patio for a relaxing Sunday evening.
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Puzzlepalooza Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
6:30-9:30 p.m. — SingleSpeed Brewing Co - DSM TapRoom — $50 per team — Compete against the best in a thrilling jigsaw puzzle challenge with sabotage twists and tasty brews.
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