Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of August.
Good morning, Des Moines.
🎭 Culture
The Iowa State Fair opens today with a 9 a.m. ceremony at the Horse Barn, and events continue amid rain and thunderstorms (up to 0.5 inches falling by 1 p.m.) in Des Moines.
Country artist HARDY with guest McCoy Moore will perform at the Grandstand later.
🌲 Environment
Conservationist Addison McKown led volunteers cleaning up Easter Lake on July 30 to help improve local water quality.
On Aug. 11, a derecho swept through eastern Iowa (including the Quad Cities), knocking out power for over 20,000 people and spawning three EF-1 tornadoes in Delaware County.
Additional severe thunderstorms are forecast, and local officials urge residents to stay informed for safety.
🏛️ Government
Waukee's Planning and Zoning Commission approved a site plan for a proposed Walmart Supercenter at 1165 E Hickman Road on Aug.
11 (the project now awaits City Council review).
🏥 Health
The Army Corps of Engineers advises against swimming at Lake Red Rock’s Whitebreast Beach and North Overlook Beach (due to high bacteria levels) while weekly tests determine when water safety will be restored.
Signs remain posted until safe bacteria levels are detected.
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