Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
Good morning, Des Moines.
Silverstar Car Wash on Hickman Road in Windsor Heights is turning its facility into a Halloween haunted tunnel that features eerie lighting—spooky sound effects and costumed characters draw visitors.
Admission is $25 per vehicle and 10% of proceeds will benefit Windsor Heights Elementary School, with the tunnel open nightly from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. until October ends.
The Des Moines Forestry Division is now accepting entries for its annual fall tree photo contest with submissions due through the end of October—the winner will have a tree planted in a public space of their choosing following a public vote.
A Des Moines teen missing since July 12 was found safe on Oct.
2 after her case was featured in a statewide billboard campaign — police say she is healthy while investigations continue.
Former Des Moines schools superintendent Ian Roberts is no longer held in Woodbury County Jail—he was arrested last Friday by ICE on a federal warrant, and after protests and barricades outside the facility, his name was removed from the jail roster.
Today, the Des Moines Public Schools board meets at 8 a.m. at 2100 Fleur Drive to explore legal options over Ian Roberts’ hiring after his arrest, misrepresented qualifications, and allegations of possessing firearms — Millcreek Township School District in Erie is also considering legal action against Roberts for a breach of trust.
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds appointed Mark Campbell as head of the Department of Administrative Services, effective Oct.
6—Campbell will lead the department after Adam Steen resigned in August to launch his campaign for governor.
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and the USDA reported that bird flu was detected in a commercial turkey flock in Calhoun County — marking the eighth H5N1 detection in domestic birds this year.
New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness
This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!
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.
The Goonies in Concert
3:30-5:00 p.m. — Des Moines Civic Center — $28-68 — Celebrate 40 years of adventure with a live symphonic performance of the iconic film's score.
Evil Dead In Concert - A Live To Film Experience
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Hoyt Sherman Place — Tickets starting at $9 — Experience the cult classic film with a live concert performance.
Paul McCartney Concert
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Wells Fargo Arena — Ticketed event — Experience a legendary evening with the iconic Paul McCartney performing live.
Fall Author Series: Hank Phillippi Ryan
7 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Bestselling author Hank Phillippi Ryan shares insights on her latest thriller, featured in scenes set at this very library.
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