Good morning, Des Moines.

The Des Moines Register announced a partnership with AI-powered search engine Perplexity to provide accurate local news—this deal licenses trusted USA TODAY Network content to the new Comet web browser and will support local journalism with additional revenue.

Multiple fire departments and local teams battled a field fire in rural Dallas County Friday afternoon near Dallas Center.

Witnesses said a combine caught fire and local farmers built fire breaks—stopping the flames from spreading further.

Des Moines Public Schools has named veteran educator Matt Smith as interim superintendent after Ian Roberts was arrested for immigration violations—Smith will serve under a two-year contract through the 2026–27 school year.

He previously held the position and now must rebuild community trust while the district faces challenges including a $265 million bond vote on November 4.

At Living History Farms in Urbandale on Oct 10, new citizens took the US Citizenship Oath of Allegiance & Governor Kim Reynolds attended the ceremony.

Food and nutrition advocates warned that a prolonged government shutdown could cut food assistance for low-income mothers, babies and young children in the WIC program — over 60,000 participate and the National WIC Association said federal funds may last only about another week.

Iowa WIC is operating normally with USDA contingency funding, but the group urged Congress to resolve the funding uncertainty soon.

New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness

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

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.

Saxsquatch Live Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Wooly's — $27.49 — Experience the mind-bending sounds of electronic music artist Saxsquatch adorned with a spectacular live show.

Turn it On! Mural Festival

1-3 p.m. — 901 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA — Free entry — Celebrate the unveiling of an AR mural by Leon Keer while enjoying live jazz music.

Doom Gong with Evander Ellsbury

7:00-8:30 p.m. — xBk Live — Tickets start at $38 — Experience an unforgettable evening with Doom Gong in Des Moines.

Nurse Blake Comedy Show

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Hoyt Sherman Place — Ticket prices starting at $51 — Enjoy a night of laughter with Nurse Blake at this renowned venue.

Storytelling with Analogies

4:00 – 5:30 p.m. — Principal Financial Group — Free entry — Enhance your communication skills by crafting analogies that simplify complex concepts.

Light+ Iowa

2:30-7:30 p.m. — The Tea Room — Free entry — Explore innovative lighting solutions with expert insights and enjoy live music and appetizers.

Tyler Rich Concert at Wooly's

7-8:30 p.m. — Wooly's — Tickets from $49 — Experience the energetic vibes of Tyler Rich live in Des Moines.