Saturday, September 21st, 2024

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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Beaverdale Fall Festival, featuring food, crafts, music, and a carnival, begins in Des Moines with a more compact parade route this year. WHO 13
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A pickup truck crashed into a Des Moines car wash due to the driver, Timothy Montez Shade, falling asleep; no injuries reported, but Shade faces charges and traffic violations. WHO 13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Indianola man is recovering from a severe beating after trying to disperse a crowd at a Milo housewarming party, facing life-threatening injuries due to pre-existing health conditions. KCCI
- ➤ Scott Palermo was arrested in Des Moines for sexually abusing a 14-year-old multiple times from March to August and harboring a runaway. KCCI
- ➤ In Des Moines, a police shooting resulted in one suspect dead and two officers injured, with one officer critically wounded and the suspect identified as Joshua Dean Green. The Des Moines Register
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Department of Education awarded over $400,000 in grants to 25 schools to support homeless students by funding transportation and establishing resource hubs. WHO 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa faces returning drought conditions, though parts saw rain Thursday, with a mixed weekend forecast. The Des Moines Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Des Moines City Council passed ordinances to fine and potentially arrest homeless people for camping on public property, aiming to push them towards shelters despite mixed reactions from businesses and civil rights organizations. Iowa Public Radio
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In Week 4, several top-ranked Iowa high school football teams lost their games, highlighting the competitiveness within the state's divisions. The Gazette
- ➤ The ADM Tigers football team narrowly lost in overtime to the Titans, while their volleyball squad secured a hard-fought victory against Dallas Center-Grimes, showcasing standout performances in both matches. The Des Moines Register
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2024 IRIS Peace Day International Festival
Celebrate global peace through art, dance, and music at this family-friendly festival featuring diverse cultural performances.
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Family Storytime: Exploring Ideas Through Story
Experience an engaging family storytime centered around the book 'What Do You Do with an Idea?' at the Des Moines Civic Center.
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Beyond Birth: Newparent Support Group
Experience a supportive environment for new parents and their babies with weekly discussions on postpartum topics led by guest presenters.
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Boys Like Girls and Dashboard Confessional Live
Experience live performances by Boys Like Girls, Dashboard Confessional, and Taylor Acorn at the Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines.
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Preschool Storytime: Water Fun!
Experience a delightful storytime session focused on water-themed tales at Des Moines Public Library.
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Iowa's Largest Arts and Crafts Show
Experience Iowa's largest gathering of over 250 skilled artisans showcasing thousands of unique handmade products.
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Season Debut Concert Featuring Olga Kern
Experience a captivating blend of classical tradition and innovative soundscapes in the Symphony's season opening concert with acclaimed pianist Olga Kern.
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Animate! & Nightmare Weekend in Des Moines
Experience a vibrant celebration of anime, animation, and cosplay at the GalaxyCon Presents Animate! Des Moines event.
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Family Storytime: 'What Do You Do with an Idea?'
Experience an engaging family storytime centered around the theme of creativity and ideas at the Des Moines Civic Center.
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Postpartum Support Group for Parents
Experience weekly postpartum support and education for new parents and their babies, facilitated by healthcare professionals at a local library.
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