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Tuesday, December 16th, 2025
Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Marshalltown mourns Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard, a lifelong Iowa National Guard member killed in an ISIS attack; his deployed younger brother + will escort him home as Gov. Kim Reynolds ordered flags lowered to half staff until his interment. KCCI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa Lottery's Powerball jackpot hit $1.1 billion as ticket sales closed at 8:59 p.m. CT and the drawing took place at 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Dec. 15; it ranks as one of the largest prizes in the game’s history. The Des Moines Register
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A statement from the Iowa Farm Bureau said waterways are cleaner due to seasonal waterflow, but research shows nitrate and phosphate levels often exceed safe guidelines, risking baby health and cancer. The Iowa Environmental Council urged the EPA to tighten standards as Iowa State University tracks levels. Iowa Starting Line
- ➤ The Iowa DNR collects manure spreading plans from 8,000 large farms but does not track actual records from hauling companies even as they produce 110 billion pounds of waste each year; former official Gene Tinker says officials should modernize the system & digitize records to better check water quality. The Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers traveling between Ankeny and Ames face a northbound I-35 closure today from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. and again Wednesday night, with another possible closure Thursday as DOT crews remove a barrier rail; motorists should follow marked detour routes + posted signage around the work zone. The Des Moines Register
- ➤ Iowa National Guard soldier Sgt. Edgar Torres-Tovar from Des Moines, who was months from homecoming, died Saturday, Dec. 13 in Syria when a lone ISIS gunman attacked his unit, and three fellow soldiers were injured with two evacuated for treatment. The Des Moines Register
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Zumper data shows that Des Moines apartment listings fell 12% from last year's median of $1,133 to $995 in November, with one-bedroom rents stable at $850 and two-bedroom listings near $1,030, remaining below statewide and national medians. 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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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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Dome for the Holidays
5-9 p.m. — Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden — Adults $17, Children (2-12) $11 — Experience a dazzling display of lights and joyful festivities in a tropical oasis.
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NAMI Family Support Group
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free of cost — Connect with others in a supportive environment for loved ones of individuals with mental health conditions.
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