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Saturday, July 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A woman nearly drowned at Gray’s Lake Park on July 4 and was taken in critical condition to Unity Point Methodist Medical Center after emergency responders arrived at about 4:30 p.m.—police said they are still investigating the incident and assured that the park is safe. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ An adult female was hospitalized in critical condition after a near-drowning at Gray’s Lake Park just after 4:30 p.m.—first responders arrived following a 911 call and began lifesaving efforts while an investigation continues and park users remain safe. WHO 13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines Police Department is asking for help to locate 61-year-old Maria Lopez-Nunez who was last seen July 2 on Norton Avenue in the Mondamin Presidential neighborhood — anyone with information is urged to call 911. The Des Moines Register
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Summer Music Series: Riley Jane
5-7:30 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — $4.50 pints during happy hour — Enjoy live music and patio vibes with cold beer.
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Writers' Workshop 2025
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — No registration required — Share your writing and receive valuable feedback from fellow writers.
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Jazz in July Night 1
5:30-10 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Free entry — Experience the smooth sounds of jazz with Valley High School Jazz Combo and Mike Conrad’s Hard Bop Express.
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Wiggles and Giggles
9:15-9:45 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Enjoy a lively storytime filled with movement, music, and rhymes for preschoolers.
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Bad Decisions Band Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Annie's Irish Pub — Free entry — Enjoy a night of great live music at this local favorite pub.
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Stone Circle Brass Quintet: Nothin’ but the Classics
2-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Experience a lively performance by the talented Stone Circle Brass Quintet showcasing a diverse repertoire.
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Iowa Reptile Show
10 AM – 4 PM — Hilton Garden Inn West Des Moines — Tickets at the door — Connect with local breeders and explore thousands of reptiles and supplies.
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3D Printer Training Class
5-6 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration required — Master the Bambu X-1 and Formlabs Form 3 3D printers in this informative workshop.
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Jazz in July: Night #2
5:30-10 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Free entry — Enjoy a summer evening of jazz featuring the CJC Youth Combo and the Christian Ertl Quartet.
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Mindfulness Meditation for Veterans
1:30-2:30 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library — Free entry — Discover the benefits of mindfulness meditation in a supportive environment led by a certified instructor.
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