Saturday, December 14th, 2024

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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines is realigning the 41st Street and Beaver Avenue intersection to enhance visibility and safety. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Iowa unions assembled and distributed 300 holiday food baskets for families in need, benefiting those affected by the Tyson plant closure in Perry. WHO 13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines police are seeking assistance in an animal neglect investigation after an emaciated dog was discovered inside a garbage bag. KCCI
- ➤ Andrew Harris was sentenced to 60 years in prison for the second-degree murder of Tyrell Grimes outside a Des Moines bar in 2022, with eligibility for parole after 35 years. The Des Moines Register
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Don Tate, an acclaimed children’s book author, shares his journey and the impact of his upbringing in Des Moines on his work, highlighting the importance of representing Black historical figures in children’s literature. Iowa Public Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines Area Community College terminates its sustainable food forest program due to financial constraints, aesthetic decisions, and lack of alignment with academic objectives, despite its contributions to education, food security, and environmental sustainability. Iowa Public Radio
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ice storm warnings have been issued for portions of central and eastern Iowa, effective from 8 p.m. Friday through noon Saturday, with predictions of significant ice accumulations that could impact travel and cause minor tree damage and power outages. KCCI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird is advocating for a constitutional amendment to allow child victims and individuals with intellectual disabilities to testify via one-way video, avoiding direct confrontation with their alleged abusers in court. Iowa Public Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Primary Care Association has been chosen to oversee Iowa's redesigned behavioral health system set to launch on July 1, 2025, aiming to improve access to mental health and substance use disorder services. The Des Moines Register
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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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A Christmas Carol at Stoner Theater
Experience a live performance of the classic holiday tale 'A Christmas Carol' by the Iowa Stage Theatre Company at Stoner Theater in Des Moines.
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WB25 Four-Day Acting Workshop for Grades 5-7
This four-day play session allows students in grades 5-7 to audition for roles, learn blocking, create backdrops, and perform for family at the end.
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I Spy: Winter Adventure for Children
Children can search for winter-themed pictures in the youth area of the library to earn a prize.
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