Wednesday, December 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Des Moines police officer and his K-9 partner, seriously injured in a July crash, have returned to work following a challenging recovery. KCCI
- ➤ The Iowa State Fair teases the announcement of two new acts for the 2025 Grandstand lineup, following the reveal of Hairball's silver anniversary tour. WHO 13
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Marion County Sheriff’s Office identified the body found in Lake Red Rock as 37-year-old duck hunter Matthew Lew Bettes, following a search initiated after he was reported missing. The Des Moines Register
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Des Moines attorney faces a possible 45-day suspension of her law license by the Iowa Supreme Court for missing multiple deadlines in criminal case appeals. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Dmytro Prysich faces up to 25 years in prison for vehicular homicide while intoxicated, following the 2023 crash that killed tow truck driver Joshua Villa. WHO 13
- ➤ A Des Moines woman has been sentenced to up to 12 years in prison for selling fentanyl-laced pills that resulted in a teenager's fatal overdose. WHO 13
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Des Moines Partnership celebrates the graduation of the third cohort from its Scale DSM Business Accelerator, aiming to boost small businesses' growth and community impact. Downtown Des Moines
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ In Des Moines, six schools have chronic absenteeism rates over 50%, signaling deeper societal challenges, though some improvements are noted. KCCI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa braces for a week of snow, subzero windchills, and freezing rain, impacting travel and activating Polk County's severe temperature plan. The Des Moines Register
SHOP NEWS
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TechBrew:AM Networking Event in Des Moines
This event features coffee, networking, and a tech discussion led by Jason Katcher, VP & CIO at ITA Group, at West End Architectural Salvage.
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Community Resource Outreach Event
The Des Moines Public Library will host an event to connect residents with vital community resources, including meal sites and support services.
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NOLA Holiday Show Featuring NOLA Jazz Band
Experience the NOLA Jazz Band live at Des Moines' renowned jazz club, showcasing an evening of vibrant and festive music.
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Breakfast with Santa at The Tea Room
Families can enjoy a delicious breakfast with Santa, complete with stories, photos, and goodie bags, in a beautifully restored setting in downtown Des Moines.
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Drake Bulldogs Women's Basketball HOSTS K-8 Character Education Day
K-8 students from across Iowa will gather at The Knapp Center for CHARACTER COUNTS! Day, engaging in character education activities alongside the Drake Women's Basketball team.
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Christmas with C.S. Lewis: A Journey from Myth to Meaning
The event explores C.S. Lewis's transformation from atheism to Christianity through his meaningful Christmas experiences shared with J.R.R. Tolkien and American guests in England.
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Baby Rhyme Time Session
A weekly program featuring rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories for caregivers and infants aged 0 to 18 months.
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Candlelight Holiday Concert
This festive concert features a live string quartet performing beloved holiday music in a beautifully candlelit venue.
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Candlelight Holiday Special: The Nutcracker and More
Experience a live, multi-sensory musical journey featuring classic holiday pieces performed by Listeso String Quartet in the beautifully ambient World Food Prize Hall of Laureates.
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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Concert
Experience the enchanting Mannheim Steamroller Christmas show featuring classic holiday music and stunning multimedia effects at the Des Moines Civic Center.
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