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Wednesday, August 14th, 2024
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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A car crashed into an apartment building in Des Moines, Iowa, following a police chase initiated due to speeding and traffic violations, with no injuries reported as the building was empty. WHO 13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Iowa man files a lawsuit against two Cherokee County deputies for mistakenly entering and searching his home without a warrant, following a mix-up with a neighbor's address. KCCI
- ➤ In Fremont County, Iowa, two grandparents were arrested on charges of neglect and endangerment after a 4-year-old, previously found in a cage, was allegedly instructed to be confined in a similar makeshift containment by his parents. KCCI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Urbandale School District considers banning cellphones in classrooms, following other Des Moines area schools. KCCI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines updated its traffic enforcement fines to comply with Iowa's new regulations, affecting speed and red light violations to fund public safety initiatives. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Sarah Corkery campaigns for Congress in Iowa, advocating for abortion rights and public education funding while expressing her moderate Democratic stance and personal challenges. The Des Moines Register
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Polk County Health Department distributed 1,719 free gun locks to residents in a campaign to reduce gun-related accidents. WHO 13
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines chefs Sammy Mila and Chris Hoffman taste and rate various fair foods at the Iowa State Fair. The Des Moines Register
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Cubs honored retired Des Moines Register columnist Randy Peterson by naming the press box after him, celebrating his 52-year journalism career. The Des Moines Register
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Des Moines Concours d’Elegance Automotive Exhibition
Experience a premier automotive exhibition featuring over 150 vintage and classic vehicles alongside family-friendly activities at the iconic Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
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Writers' Workshop - Des Moines Public Library
Participate in a monthly workshop to share your writing and receive feedback in a supportive environment.
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Beyond Birth: Support Group for New Parents
Experience a supportive environment for parents and their new babies through this free weekly postpartum group facilitated by healthcare professionals.
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Books That Will Change Your Life: A Monthly Nonfiction Book Club
Engage in enlightening discussions about selected nonfiction books that offer fresh perspectives and strategies for personal growth and understanding.
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2024 Key Awards Gala
Celebrate the contributions of partners in building affordable homes and communities at the Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity's annual gala.
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