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Sunday, December 14th, 2025
Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of December.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Photos from yesterday show snow blanketed the metro area, leading residents to shovel driveways + crews to clear Hy-Vee parking lots amid chilly winter weather. The Des Moines Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa National Guard Major General Stephen Osborn revealed details about the Guardsman killed in Syria during a press conference on Saturday, Dec. 13 at the National Guard Headquarters in Johnston (updates will come as officials review the incident). The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Two Iowa National Guard soldiers were killed Saturday, Dec. 13, in Syria by a lone ISIS gunman while over 200 guardsmen serve in counterterrorism efforts, the governor's office said. Governor Reynolds asked Iowans to keep the families in their prayers as next of kin are notified. The Des Moines Register
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A look back shows the Principal Financial Group building transformed downtown when it rose from a dirt site in 1988 to an iconic skyscraper completed in 1991 — marking a rapid expansion that reshaped local real estate and community events. Photo records capture its swift rise and lasting impact. The Des Moines Register
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New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness
This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!
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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.
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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.
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Baby Rhyme Time
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Engage in rhymes, songs, and playtime for babies aged 0-18 months.
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Christmas Sports Singles Mixer
6-9 p.m. — Vibes Kitchen & Bar — Entry + 1 free drink — Mingle with fellow singles in a festive sports-themed atmosphere, complete with fun icebreakers and holiday vibes.
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The Outreach Project
1-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Connect with community resources including meal sites and shelters.
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Russian Conversation Club
1-2 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Engage in light-hearted conversations while practicing or learning Russian with community members.
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Drake Bulldogs Women's Basketball vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers
1-3:30 p.m. — Knapp Center — $10-$40 — Witness an exciting basketball showdown between the Drake Bulldogs and the Minnesota Golden Gophers.
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Weekly Art Nights with Art is Rad
6-8 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $10 per artist — Unleash your creativity with a new hands-on art activity every week for all ages and skill levels.
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Disenchanted! The Hit Musical Comedy
7-9 p.m. — Temple Theater — Cost info not provided — Laugh along as Snow White and her friends redefine their story in a must-see musical comedy.
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Baby Rhyme Time
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Engage in a delightful mix of rhymes, songs, and stories designed for caregivers and babies up to 18 months.
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