Good morning, Des Moines.

The Hola Center will host its fourth annual gala on Friday, October 3 at 6 p.m. at Loft DSM to support resource services for the Latino community—Cinthia Naranjo is set to emcee the event, which will help fund the organization’s outreach programs.

Frank Fritz’s estate remains in legal limbo as his father Bill Fritz and close friends dispute his last will—leaving longtime friend Annette Oberlander Willows unable to move on until he is properly laid to rest.

The probate trial is set for November 2026 and details of his nearly $6 million estate remain sealed.

Thousands attended the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival at Western Gateway Park in downtown Des Moines over the weekend—people enjoyed games, inflatables, stage shows and food vendors, and the event celebrated Latino culture while welcoming all who wanted to learn about its traditions.

Es-Selam Mosque in Granger held its grand opening on Sept.

27, where community members prayed—local official Mayor Tony James and former Rep. Ako Abdul-Samad addressed the crowd during the ceremony.

District officials said Superintendent Ian Roberts filled out his I-9 form and underwent a comprehensive background check by Baker-Eubanks, which did not verify his legal work eligibility.

The school board and the state Department of Education are reviewing the hiring process after officials said they were unaware of his May 2024 deportation order—resulting in his placement on paid administrative leave.

NewBoCo is launching FarmBeats training for Iowa educators to merge tech and farming—using a Microsoft curriculum and kits with micro:bits and sensors so teachers can bring real AgTech lessons into classrooms.

Tim McCoy shared his journey when he told his back-to-school story on September 9 as part of the Tell It Like It Is: Iowa Storytellers Project—his tough past led him to value education and change his life.

He now directs Creative Vision’s Violence Intervention Program to help others make better choices.

Libertarian Thomas Laehn will launch his Senate campaign on Oct.

11 in Des Moines. He says Congress has given up its duty and he plans to stop a big carbon pipeline — his key issue — to give Iowans a new choice after Sen. Ernst retires.

New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness

This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Headshot Happy Hour

5-7 p.m. — Centro — Free entry — Connect with amazing women while getting professional headshots and supporting a great cause.

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.

Skizzy Mars Live Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Wooly's — Tickets from $71 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Skizzy Mars in Des Moines.