Monday, October 28th, 2024

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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Drake Women's Basketball team is hosting a charity game against the University of Nebraska Omaha to support Greenfield tornado victims, with all proceeds going to relief efforts. WHO 13
- ➤ The Des Moines Register calls for nominations for its 'People to Watch 2025' series, highlighting Iowans expected to impact positively on their communities. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ The Central Iowa Music Lab hosted a concert for their students to perform and showcase their musical talents in Des Moines. WHO 13
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A pedestrian, Sheila Kay Albert, died after being hit by a pickup truck in Des Moines, marking the city's 15th traffic-related fatality of 2024. The Des Moines Register
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Josh Walton, founder of 1901 Studios in Des Moines, has expanded his horror-themed multimedia business with support from a Kiva Iowa loan, producing podcasts and PG-13 books that entertain across ages. The Gazette
- ➤ Hundreds gathered at the Des Moines Art Center for the early celebration of the 24th Annual Day of the Dead, embracing the event's themes of healing, connection, and honoring the dearly departed through traditional practices and a special ofrenda dedicated to community youth. WHO 13
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ This week's Homewi$e episode with Amanda Krenz and Tyler Osby discusses how your income influences what you can afford according to lenders. WHO 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Payton Taylor from Adel DeSoto Minburn High School wins the Des Moines Register's Student of the Week, with students from Lincoln and Van Meter high schools nominated for the next round. The Des Moines Register
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Sesame Street Live: Say Hello
Experience a delightful performance with Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and friends as they invite you to sing and dance in a celebration of fun and learning.
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Baby Rhyme Time at Des Moines Public Library
Experience a delightful session of rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories designed for caregivers and babies aged 0 to 18 months.
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The Second City's 65th Anniversary Tour
Celebrate the iconic sketch comedy of The Second City as they embark on their 65th Anniversary Tour at the Des Moines Civic Center.
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Allie Crummy Live at Cabaret Sports Bar & Grille
Experience a live performance by Allie Crummy at Cabaret Sports Bar & Grille in Ankeny, IA.
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Leonardo: A Wonderful Show About a Terrible Monster
Experience the enchanting tale of Leonardo, a monster struggling to scare, as he forms an unexpected friendship with the world's most scaredy-cat kid in this imaginative performance featuring puppetry and music.
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The Second City 65th Anniversary Celebration
Celebrate 65 years of iconic comedy with memorable sketches and characters from renowned alumni of The Second City.
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Family Storytime: Exploring 'What Do You Do with an Idea?'
Experience a delightful family storytime featuring the engaging children's book 'What Do You Do with an Idea?' at the Des Moines Civic Center.
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Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year Workshop
Learn essential insights and skills for nurturing and supporting your baby's development during their first year.
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Weekly Baby Rhyme Time at Des Moines Public Library
Experience a delightful time with rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories designed for caregivers and babies from birth to 18 months.
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Preschool Storytime: Water Fun
Experience a delightful storytime session themed around water at the Des Moines Public Library, perfect for preschool-aged children.
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