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Monday, December 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • After returning from Syria, hundreds in Marshalltown honored Staff Sergeant Nate Howard, while Staff Sergeant Edgar Torres-Tovar’s funeral is today at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of the America’s Catholic Church in Des Moines + he will be buried at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Adel.  Radio Iowa

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness

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

    Fri, 1/10/25

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  • K-pop Monthly Meet-up

    5-6 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Celebrate K-pop culture with trading, activities, and snacks alongside fellow fans.

    Tue, 12/30/25

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  • New Year's Eve Pops

    8:00 – 9:30 PM — Des Moines Civic Center — $40 - $90 — Experience a dazzling performance by Cirque artists paired with beloved orchestral masterpieces for an unforgettable New Year's celebration.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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  • Sweez Live Performance with Dangus

    9 PM – 3 AM — Locals Bar & Stage — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with Sweez and special guest Dangus.

    Fri, 1/9/26

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  • 19th Annual Land Investment Expo

    8 AM — Iowa Events Center — Registration details available online — Explore land investment opportunities with industry experts at this must-attend event.

    Tue, 1/13/26

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  • Tie Blanket Workshop

    10 AM – 4 PM — Mainframe Studios — Ticket required — Create your own cozy fleece blankets and pillows in a fun, community-driven atmosphere.

    Wed, 1/14/26

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  • Drop-In Tech Help

    2-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free service — Get assistance with your electronic devices at the library's drop-in tech help session.

    Thu, 1/15/26

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  • The Outreach Project

    1-2 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Connect with community advocates for resources including meal sites, shelters, and support services.

    Fri, 1/16/26

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  • Olivaya Dream: Stretch Series

    6:00-6:45 p.m. — Mainframe Studios — Registration opens December 1st — Experience gentle stretching and reconnect with your inner calm in this weekly hybrid class.

    Mon, 1/19/26

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  • AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course

    2-10:30 p.m. — Iowa Methodist Medical Center — $225 — Enhance your fetal monitoring skills with this comprehensive course tailored for healthcare professionals.

    Tue, 1/20/26

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  • 2026 Iowa Pork Congress

    Wed, Jan 21 8 AM – Thu, Jan 22 2 PM — Iowa Events Center — Check for admission details — Celebrate the pig industry's contributions with business insights and networking opportunities.

    Wed, 1/21/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The best art divides the audience.

~ Rick Rubin

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