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...
2026 Drake Relays Schedule/Results – Day One
The 116th Edition of the Drake Relays starts today and continues through Saturday. Today’s events for local high school athletes:. Boys Discus – Reagan Anderson, Pella; Aiden Curtis, Indianola – 2:30 p.m. Boys High Jump – Easton McGraw, Indianola; Logan Atherton, Norwalk – 4:30 p.m.
DMACC sees boom in applications while Iowa Board of Regents reviews another tuition increase...
DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines Area Community College is seeing a high number of applicants for its programs in the Fall semester, some due to demand for trades, others due to the cost of a four-year university. The Iowa Board of Regents is set to consider tuition increases at the three state universities. Members […]
Severe Storms Expected Across Iowa This Afternoon and Evening
DES MOINES, Iowa — Severe weather is expected to impact much of Iowa on Thursday, with the greatest threat developing later this afternoon and continuing into the evening hours. According to the National Weather Service, scattered showers and thunderstorms will begin as early as Thursday morning, producing lightning and...
