Drake Relays Start With Impressive Wins By Quentin Nauman, Charlee Gall
Distance runners hit the Blue Oval from inside Drake Stadium.
Iowans whose lives were touched by pancreatic cancer gather for walk
One of the deadliest forms of cancer is the focus of a fundraising event in central Iowa this weekend that will bring in survivors from across the state, as well as advocates and loved ones of those who’ve lost their lives to the disease. Melinda Thach, a volunteer with...
PHOTOS: Storm clouds roll in during Thursday’s severe weather
DES MOINES, Iowa — Severe weather has been raking over Iowa Thursday afternoon and will continue into the evening. Some viewers have shared images of the storm. Severe weather rolled into Iowa Thursday afternoon, bringing winds, rain, pea-sized hail, and chances for tornadoes. Storms continue to roll through as of 8 p.m., tune into WHO […]
High School Drake Relay Results
(Des Moines, IA) — Here are the final results from the Drake Relays on Thursday. Trevon Keely of Paton Churdan finished in 7th place. He cleared 6-02 and 6-04 in his first attempt and missed on all three attempts at 6-06. Luai Tharjiath of Carroll, Cooper Baumgart of Clarinda and Chase Razor of Glenwood all Tied for 14th — all three made 6...
Where the strongest winds moved into central Iowa last night
DES MOINES, Iowa – Tornado warnings, high winds, and heavy rain moved into central Iowa last night. Several tornadoes were reported across the state, including in Mitchellville, Slater, and near Weldon in Decatur and Clarke counties. As of right now, no damage surveys are planned by the National Weather Service. Strong winds were reported as […]
Owner of Hello, Marjorie opening another bar in downtown’s Equitable Building
Nick Tillinghast, the owner of cocktail bars like Hello, Marjorie and Secret Admirer, is expanding his footprint at downtown Des Moines' Equitable Building. Why it matters: Downtown's business district has struggled with foot traffic since COVID, but Tillinghast, a decade-long resident of the Equitable Building himself, wants to help spur a neighborhood revival.
These $250 devices help cut Des Moines crashes by 20%
Crashes at Des Moines intersections with new yellow-bordered stoplight backplates have dropped 20%, according to traffic data obtained by Axios. Why it matters: The early results suggest a relatively low-cost tweak is outperforming expectations. Driving the news: Des Moines is now installing the backplates citywide as part of its Vision...
Perry Police Department Participating in DEA Drug Take Back Day on Saturday
The Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Drug Take Back Day is happening on Saturday, and one local law enforcement entity in Dallas County is participating. The Perry Police Department, 908 Willis Avenue, will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for people to discard any expired or unwanted prescription and over the counter medications.
Artisan Capital Group’s Midwest bet pays off
Twenty years ago, Ryan Cahalan was logging countless miles on airplanes, traveling to Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Denver and Dallas scouting apartments for his employer to acquire. The experience provided him insight into the differences between strong and struggling apartment properties and what it takes to run them well. In 2009,...
Jayettes golf to wrap up the week in Carroll
The Perry Jayettes golf team wrap up the week on the road tonight, traveling to the Carroll National Golf Club for the Saydel girls golf triangular. The Jayettes will face off against girls from Saydel and Carroll. Karagyn and Kalley Whelchel look to keep momentum on their side after Karagyn...
