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Sunday, July 27th, 2025

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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.

CRIME NEWS

  • A Des Moines man fled the scene after crashing his truck and trailer into a DMPD patrol car just after 10:30 p.m. on July 23 on Tiffin Avenue — police later arrested him on July 25 in the MLK Jr. Park Neighborhood, and he now faces felony charges for assaulting a police officer with a dangerous weapon, criminal mischief in the first degree, and an aggravated misdemeanor for driving while barred.  The Des Moines Register
  • Des Moines police said 35-year-old Eliseo Pedroza crashed his truck and trailer into a patrol car on Wednesday just after 10:30 p.m. on Tiffin Avenue while an officer responded to a trespassing complaint—he fled the scene and was arrested Friday afternoon in the Martin Luther King Jr. Park neighborhood, facing felony charges including assault on a police officer with a dangerous weapon, criminal mischief and driving while barred.  KCCI
  • A Des Moines man, Eliseo Pedroza, 35, crashed his truck and trailer into a police car at about 10:30 p.m. Wednesday on the 3000 block of Tiffin Avenue while officers investigated a trespassing complaint and fled the scene — he was later spotted in the MLK Jr. Park neighborhood and booked into the Polk County Jail on felony charges including assault on a police officer with a dangerous weapon and first-degree criminal mischief — with no officers injured.  KCCI

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness

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

    Fri, 1/10/25

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  • I Spy: Mario

    12 AM — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Search for your favorite Mario characters and claim a prize upon completion.

    Mon, 7/28/25

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  • Baby Rhyme Time

    10:00 – 10:30 AM — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — A delightful gathering for infants and toddlers featuring engaging rhymes and songs.

    Tue, 7/29/25

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  • The SpongeBob Musical

    7:00-9:30 p.m. — Des Moines Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Dive into the vibrant underwater world where SpongeBob and friends unite to save Bikini Bottom from disaster.

    Wed, 7/30/25

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  • Wiggles and Giggles Storytime

    9:15-9:45 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Enjoy movement, music, and rhyming with fun watermelon games and crafts.

    Thu, 7/31/25

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  • The Hors D’oeuvres Live at Annie’s Irish Pub

    8-11 p.m. — Annie's Irish Pub — Cost TBD — Enjoy an evening filled with live music from The Hors D’oeuvres.

    Fri, 8/1/25

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  • City Voices Summer Recital

    1:30 – 3:00 PM — Noce — Free — Enjoy captivating performances from talented students in Contemporary, Musical Theatre, and Classical music styles.

    Sat, 8/2/25

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  • Summer Music Series with Casey Peasley

    5:00-7:30 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — $4.50 pints — Enjoy live music and patio vibes with cold beer in the heart of summer.

    Sun, 8/3/25

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  • Galactic Empire Concert

    7:00 – 8:30 PM — Wooly's — $47 to $157 — Experience a unique concert by Galactic Empire that combines Star Wars themes with live music.

    Wed, 8/6/25

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  • Drop-In Tech Help

    2-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free — Get assistance with your electronic devices from knowledgeable library staff.

    Thu, 8/7/25

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  • Iowa Cubs Summer Blood Drive

    7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Principal Park — Free entry — Donate blood, save lives, and get a chance to win prizes with the Iowa Cubs.

    Fri, 8/8/25

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