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Friday, August 16th, 2024
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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ An 8-year-old won first place in a chocolate pie frosting eating contest at the Iowa State Fair, expressing sheer joy over the victory. KCCI
- ➤ In Des Moines, Iowa, a local resident's transformation of a forgotten lot into a community garden faces hurdles from city ordinances, despite its popularity and utility, leading to a crucial zoning commission decision. WHO 13
- ➤ Over 50 attendees at a Des Moines town hall criticized proposed city council policies aimed at criminalizing homelessness, urging for a reconsideration and highlighting the dire need for more support and affordable housing. The Des Moines Register
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Iowa woman sues Orchard Place, claiming an employee engaged in sexual grooming while she was a minor at the facility. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Parker Fenton, 19, was arrested in Des Moines after a high-speed chase ended in a crash, facing multiple charges including OWI and possession of marijuana. WHO 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ KCCI chief meteorologist Jason Sydejko won the silver medal in the air guitar contest at the Iowa State Fair. KCCI
- ➤ Sarah Pratt and her twin daughters continue the tradition of sculpting the Iowa State Fair's Butter Cow, emphasizing a family legacy and the evolution of an iconic craft. The Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines' floodplain management projects upgrade its Community Rating System class, yielding 25% lower flood insurance premiums for residents. The Des Moines Register
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Despite the closure of Bauder's iconic ice cream shop in Des Moines, their renowned peppermint bar and other treats are still available at the Iowa State Fair. The Des Moines Register
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