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Sunday, September 28th, 2025
Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Iowa Asian Alliance announced on Sept 26 that it will build a spirit house on Robert D. Ray Drive and Grand Avenue to honor Southeast Asian families who came to Iowa after the Vietnam War through the efforts of the late Gov. Robert D. Ray. The project will include planting 50 trees by families from Cambodian, Hmong, Laos, Vietnamese and Thai communities to commemorate 50 years of resettlement. The Des Moines Register
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Des Moines School Board met Saturday, Sept. 27 at 5 p.m. to address superintendent Ian Roberts’ immigration-related arrest and his administrative leave status in closed session—appointing Associate Superintendent Matt Smith as interim leader. The Des Moines Register
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Over 1,500 participants took part in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Principal Park in downtown Des Moines, raising more than $282,000 for research and support for those with the disease. Participants carried colored promise garden flowers to show their ties to the cause — the Alzheimer’s Association is still working to meet its fundraising goal. WHO 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana defeated Iowa 20—15 at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday in a 60-minute game that marked Indiana’s first win over the Hawkeyes since 2007. Iowa, now 3—2 overall, will aim to improve before its next home game on Oct. 18 as Coach Kirk Ferentz said the team plans to work harder. The Gazette
- ➤ Indiana won 20-15 over Iowa on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium when a 49-yard touchdown pass by Fernando Mendoza to Elijah Surratt broke a tie with 1:29 left in the game—giving the Hoosiers the win. The Gazette
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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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Weekly Art Nights with Art is Rad
6-8 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $10 per artist — Unleash your creativity with hands-on art activities every Monday night.
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K-pop Fan Gathering
5-6 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Meet fellow K-pop enthusiasts and enjoy trading photocards while snacking and listening to music.
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Impact-First Product Teams with Matt LeMay
4:30-6:00 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — Free entry — Explore how to foster honest communication in your product organization for better outcomes.
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Agile + DevOpsDays Des Moines 2025
8 AM – 4 PM — Community Choice Convention Center — Registration required — Immerse yourself in the latest tech trends and network with industry leaders at this premier conference.
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First Friday at Mainframe Studios
5-8 p.m. — Mainframe Studios — Free entry — Experience diverse pen and ink artworks and engage in hands-on zine creation at this community celebration of creativity.
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Dog Day Guided Tour at Pappajohn Sculpture Park
11 a.m. — Pappajohn Sculpture Park — Free entry — Enjoy a scenic guided tour of the sculpture park with your leashed dog in celebration of National Walk Your Dog Week.
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Surety Hotel Autumnal Artisan Market
1-5 p.m. — Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection — $100.00 — Celebrate local art and culture with a variety of artisan vendors.
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Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Wooly's — Tickets starting at $49 — Experience a lively night of music with Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners.
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Headshot Happy Hour
5-7 p.m. — Centro — Free entry — Connect with amazing women while getting professional headshots and supporting a great cause.
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Michael Blaustein Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Tickets start at $34 — Experience the laughs of one of the fastest rising stand-up comedians with viral success.
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