Des Moines police identify man shot and killed by officers following stabbing incident
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Police Department is releasing more information after officers shot and killed a man who they said had stabbed a security officer. On Thursday, Feb. 19, dispatchers received multiple 911 calls from the Polk County Life Services Center, located at 1914 Carpenter Avenue, reporting that...
Iowa public information board shouldn’t have dismissed complaint, court rules
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (IOWA CAPITAL DISPATCH) - The Iowa Public Information Board has been handed a defeat in the Iowa Court of Appeals, which has upheld a lower court action reversing the board’s dismissal of a public-records complaint. The board had appealed a district court ruling that reversed...
New $80M facility to prepare Ankeny high schoolers for the real world
ANKENY, Iowa — The Ankeny Community School District’s new hands-on learning facility for high schoolers is officially named The Innovation Hub. Last November, voters approved a bond package to fund the project. The Innovation Hub, or just the Hub, will be located in the Northview Middle School southside...
Aunt Maude’s: A dessert so good it’s capable of moving one to tears
Aunt Maude’s is a secretive little restaurant located in downtown Ames that’s easy to miss unless you walk down all of Main Street. On weekdays, Maude’s is open for brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and then dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. On Saturdays, they open for dinner only, and they are closed Sundays.
Iowa Weather Alert Now: I-80 Near Des Moines Faces Snow and Freeze Risk This...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Iowa drivers will notice clouds thickening and temperatures hovering near 28 degrees this morning in Des Moines, with a band of snow poised to move in later today. Pavement remains mostly dry early, but...
The Iowa Italian Restaurant Where House-Made Pasta Has Been a Tradition for Decades
Tucked into the southeast side of Des Moines, Tumea & Sons Restaurant has been feeding families, celebrating anniversaries, and winning over first-time visitors since 1998. This family-owned Italian spot at 1501 SE 1st St. is known for its scratch-made pasta, generous portions, and a dining room that feels more like...
Des Moines plans evening golfing at Waveland Golf Course
The city of Des Moines wants to install lights on nine holes at Waveland Golf Course to extend playing hours into the evening. Why it matters: The project would open up tee times and generate more revenue, city staff say, though some nearby residents are concerned about light pollution and transparency. State of...
ISU study finds fewer Iowa farmers are using cover crops, which could harm water...
AMES, Iowa (WOI) - New research from Iowa State University shows only 23% of Iowa farmers are using cover crops, despite it being a proven strategy to reduce nitrate levels in waterways. The study looked at the use of cover crops in 2014, 2016 and 2018. J. Arbuckle is a...
Fareway Promotes 7 Corporate Officers To New Positions
Fareway Stores Inc. has promoted seven corporate officers for what the Johnston, Iowa-based grocer described as outstanding leadership and contributions to its success. “These promotions reflect the exceptional talent and dedication of our team,” said Fareway CEO Reynolds Cramer. “Each individual has demonstrated...
Movies and TV shows casting in Des Moines
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that...
