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Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 2,000 customers in central Iowa were without power in the Johnston area — the outage started at 7:53 a.m. Monday — and MidAmerican Energy Company said power would be restored by 9:30 a.m. KCCI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The African American Museum of Iowa will host its annual History Makers Gala on Thursday, Oct. 2 at The Hotel at Kirkwood Center — the event will honor Dr. Michael Blackwell, Renee Dunn, Ricki King, and Nolden Gentry with a reception at 5 p.m. and a program at 6 p.m. The Gazette
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Des Moines City Council approved an urban renewal plan for the Riverview Park area that will replace blighted properties with new shops, offices and homes over 59 acres. The plan includes a $7 million row house project of 36 townhomes replacing an old warehouse—city officials said the project will boost local growth. KCCI
- ➤ Today, U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins visited the Central Iowa Health Care Center in Des Moines and said officials must act quickly to improve the system by making better decisions on hiring and spending—efforts meant to give veterans faster care. Radio Iowa
- ➤ Former state Rep. Joe Mitchell from Clear Lake announced his campaign for Congress in Iowa’s 2nd District after Ashley Hinson launched her Senate run—he will step down from his current HUD role to focus on the race covering 22 counties including Cedar Rapids and Dubuque. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ The Iowa Department of Agriculture will continue its Choose Iowa Farms to Food Banks program by directing $200,000 to six food banks so they can buy fresh local food from nearby producers+ the program has already helped stock healthy food choices for many Iowans facing food insecurity. Radio Iowa
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Harlem Globetrotters will start a 100 Year Tour next year with four stops in Iowa—at the Casey’s Center in Des Moines on February 12th, at Alliant Energy Powerhouse in Cedar Rapids on February 13th, at Dubuque’s Five Flags Center on Valentine’s Day, and at the Tyson Events Center in Sioux City. This tour celebrates the centennial of a team that plays over 400 games a year around the world. Radio Iowa
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New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness
This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!
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VolunTEENS Work Time
3-4 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free opportunity — Engage in a fun and rewarding volunteer activity at the library.
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GalaxyCon Des Moines
Sep 12-14 — Iowa Events Center — Tickets from $178 — Experience an unforgettable celebration of fandom with GalaxyCon in Des Moines.
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Big Used Book Sale 2025
10 AM - 5 PM — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Benefits library programs — Shop for a variety of used books and more while supporting your local library.
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2025 GalaxyCon - Sunday
3:30 AM — Hy-Vee Hall at Iowa Events Center — Tickets starting at $156 — Experience a day filled with exciting performances at GalaxyCon.
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I Don't Know How But They Found Me Concert
7-11 p.m. — Wooly's — $85-$925 — Catch a night of eclectic tunes and memorable performances by I Don't Know How But They Found Me.
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Uncle Lucius Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Wooly's — $36-$79 — Catch Uncle Lucius live in a vibrant setting with great local energy.
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28 Days Later Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — xBk Live — Ticket info available — Get ready to rock with electrifying performances from 28 Days Later in an unforgettable evening of music and energy.
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Comedy Penthouse
7-8:30 p.m. — Bash Events & Catering — $10 adv/$15 DOS — Experience top-notch comedy with headliner Jen Kuhle in a unique, intimate venue.
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Kid-Friendly Brewery Tour at Exile Brewing
11:00-11:45 a.m. — Exile Brewing Company — Free entry — Explore the science behind brewing with fun machinery and hands-on activities for kids.
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2025 Peace Day International Festival
10 AM – 3 PM — Mainframe Studios — Free entry — Celebrate global peace with food, dance, and cultural activities at this vibrant festival.
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