Good morning, Des Moines.

Jenae Sikkink, Senior Vice President at the Greater Des Moines Partnership, was honored as a 40 Under 40 leader by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) on Dec.

5. Her work in talent development and community integration highlights her commitment to local workforce priorities (a key regional goal).

Regional gas prices in the Midwest fell for the second straight week, with regular fuel averaging $2.74 per gallon on Monday — down from $2.86 the previous week, according to the EIA.

The average price dropped by 9 cents last month, and the national price was $3.06 per gallon.

Drake University hosted a campus meet-and-greet — letting community members meet its new live bulldog mascot, Griff III.

Today, Des Moines is snow-free in the morning with a mix of sun and clouds and temperatures reaching the 30s, but light, fluffy snow showers will begin near sunset and continue overnight — causing slick roads and patchy blowing snow on Sunday morning.

Des Moines City Council will vote on Monday, Dec.

8 on a 7 million tax increment financing grant for the proposed pro soccer stadium + public plaza in downtown. If approved, the Iowa Soccer Development Foundation must finish construction by the end of 2029, easing funding delays.

New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness

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

Disenchanted! The Hit Musical Comedy

7-9 p.m. — Temple Theater — Tickets available — Experience a hilarious twist on classic fairy tales with Snow White and her disenchanted princesses.

Python for Scientists Training/Class

N/A — Mon, Dec 8 – Fri, Dec 12 — Health Tech Associates — $2250 — Enhance your Python skills in a specialized training designed for scientists.

DNA Holiday Party

5:30-7 p.m. — The Royal Mile — Free entry — Cozy up with neighbors for a festive evening celebration.

Jolly Holiday Lights Celebration

11:59 p.m. – 1:29 a.m. — Iowa State Fair — Ticket availability limited — Experience the holiday magic with vibrant lights and festive cheer in Des Moines.

A Christmas Carol

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Stoner Theater — $25-$45 — Experience Iowa's best holiday tradition with the timeless tale of Scrooge and the magic of Christmas.

Christkindlmarket Des Moines

11 AM – 9 PM — Principal Park — Free entry — Experience a traditional German Christmas Market with crafts, music, and festive treats.

Is Hope a Virtue?

11:00 a.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Free entry — Explore the philosophy of hope in a thought-provoking discussion led by renowned lecturer Scott Samuelson.

A Christmas Carol

2-4 p.m. — Stoner Theater — $45 standard ticket, $25 community-sponsored ticket — Experience Iowa's heartwarming holiday tradition that brings Dickens' classic tale of redemption to life.

Make it Yourself Monday — Terre Vici

1-9 p.m. — Elevator CoWarehousing Community — Registration required — Create your own jewelry with a variety of charms, gems, and beads for holiday gifts and personal accessories.

Disenchanted! The Hit Musical Comedy

7-9 p.m. — Temple Theater — Ticket prices vary — Laugh along with the disenchanted princesses as they reclaim their stories in this hilarious musical.