Good morning, Des Moines.

Iowa resident Yenny Soley reported her cousin’s 18-year-old daughter remains missing after her building collapsed in Venezuela following the earthquake, and the tight-knit local Venezuelan community is urging donations & prayers through the WeLove Foundation GoFundMe.

Hennessy, an Iowa dog, was rescued from a fiery tractor-trailer crash in West Virginia on Jun.

23 and reunited with her family on Monday. Bystanders and animal rescue groups helped save her, and donations are accepted for gas & hotel stays.

Communities across Iowa are planning Independence Day events that honor the nation’s 250th anniversary.

In Urbandale, festivities begin Thursday with a carnival, and the parade on Saturday will include reserved spots and fireworks — a nod to long-standing traditions and increased attendance.

During the ban, watering garden plants remains allowed, but watering lawns is prohibited except for fresh sod — experts say cool-season grasses may turn brown in the heat yet recover later, and splash pads and pools adjust hours to ease stress on the water system.

Iowa INSIGHT, a new statewide monitoring program, will launch July 1 to track air and water quality and guide public health decisions amid cancer risks and pollution; the initiative, led by local experts from the University of Iowa, received a ($5 million) gift from the Kyle and Sharon Krause Foundation.

Planned Parenthood announced it will soon shift in-person care from its Iowa City center to the Susan Knapp Health Center on University Avenue in Des Moines as part of regional staffing reductions.

The transition will result in 38 layoffs, 12 reassignments, and elimination of 11 open positions.

Local water experts say tap water is safe since treatment plants keep nitrates below EPA limits, so most households do not need a home filter.

If you want extra protection, check that reverse osmosis systems have NSF or EPA WaterSense certifications before buying.

Residents braved an extreme heat warning on Monday, Jun.

29 when they cooled off at splash pads and tended gardens, even as forecasts predict the heat index will hit 100+ degrees each day through Friday.

Iowa high school baseball and softball teams are boosting hydration and reducing practice lengths as temperatures rise into the 90s — athletic trainers use a wet bulb globe temperature monitor to guide these safety measures.

New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness

This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!

Goodguys Heartland Nationals Auto Show

A full weekend of automotive excitement — July 3-5 — Iowa State Fairgrounds — Entry fees may apply — Experience Iowa's premier auto show featuring race cars, classic vehicles, and more.

Rooftop Yoga Experience

12-1:30 p.m. — The Shop DSM - Event Center — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a refreshing rooftop yoga session alongside local brand pop-ups.

Final Frontier Tour: Journey Live Concert

7:30 p.m. — Iowa Events Center — Tickets from 61 € — Experience an unforgettable night with Journey at the renowned Iowa Events Center.

Early Childhood Music Exploration

10:00 – 10:30 AM — Hoyt Sherman Place — Free entry — Kids explore music through singing, movement, and creative play.

Sammy Obeid: Dessert in Des Moines

7:30-9 p.m. — The River Center — Tickets required — Immerse yourself in a night of hilarity with Sammy Obeid's unique blend of wit and storytelling.

Western Gateway Outdoor Handmade Show

8 a.m.-6 p.m. — Western Gateway Park — Free entry — Explore vibrant handmade crafts and experience the spirit of creativity in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Legally Blonde Musical

7:30-10:00 p.m. — Des Moines Community Playhouse — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant journey of Elle Woods as she challenges stereotypes in pursuit of love and self-discovery.

Garden Bros Nuclear Circus

1-4 p.m. — Merle Hay Mall — Tickets from $29 — Experience an unforgettable circus performance for the whole family.

Rooftop Yoga

7:30-8:30 p.m. — The Shop DSM - Event Center — In person — Enjoy an hour of relaxation and revitalization under the open sky.

Community Craft Night: Fuse Beads

6:00-7:30 p.m. — North Side Library — Free entry — Spend an evening creating designs with Perler beads in a welcoming atmosphere.