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Registration open for fall classes in the DMPS Community Education program

DES MOINES, Iowa — The Community Education program offered by Des Moines Public Schools was brought back last winter with a wide range of classes and certifications to take part in. Fall registration is now open for anybody of any ages to partake in. “Another youth program, we work with Hy-Vee to do like KidsFit […]
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Des Moines, Iowa Weather Alert: Thunderstorms Possible Until Early Next Week

Des Moines, Iowa – Scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible across Iowa this weekend, with the highest chances for rain focused on the western part of the state. While the threat for severe weather remains low, any storm that develops could produce lightning and localized heavy rain. The on-and-off rain could...
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Crusaders for a Cause raises awareness through magnet fishing

DES MOINES, Iowa — Crusaders for a Cause held a magnet fishing charity event Saturday at Riverwood Park in Des Moines to raise awareness for the deaf and hard of hearing community. “The whole point of this event is to bring awareness, acceptance to the deaf and hard of hearing community and bridge the communication […]
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Decide to Ride Uber Voucher available this weekend

DES MOINES, Iowa — Heading out for Labor Day weekend? Make sure you have a plan if you’re drinking. The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau is partnering up with Doll Distributing – Des Moines for a $10 Uber voucher. The offer is valid now until September 1.
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Iowa parents urged to have gun safety talks with kids after teen brings gun...

DES MOINES, Iowa — Experts say one of the most important conversations parents can have with their children is about gun violence prevention. After news of a Des Moines teen being arrested after bringing a handgun to North High School and the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis, the topic...
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Sanford Heath will take over Lewis Drug

SIOUX FALLS, SD—Sanford Health announced Thursday that all 60 Lewis Drug locations will join the health organization. Sanford Health said the partnership is expected to be finalized in the fall. “This partnership is a natural next step in our long-term, trusted relationship and reflects our shared commitment to...
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Iowa fans were disgusted with Mark Gronowski and the passing attack against Albany

Gronowski struggled passing in game one, tallying only 44 passing yards against a weak Albany squad.
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Ag secretary Naig stops by Solsma’s Punkin Patch

SANBORN—Iowa secretary of agriculture Mike Naig annually makes a stop in each county of the state. His 2025 effort to do so brought him to N’West Iowa on Monday and Tuesday. On the final part of his two-day, eight-stop trip, Naig visit Solsma’s Punkin Patch and Fireworks, located...
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Iowa State Patrol Seeing Decrease in Casualties for 2025 Heading Into Labor Day

With tomorrow being Labor Day, the Iowa State Patrol cautions people to drive responsibly as they’re reporting less traffic-related deaths than years past. According to Sergeant Alex Dinkla, Labor Day is widely known as the ending to the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer,” which begins around Memorial Day and is...
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Iowa food bank warns of strain as SNAP cuts loom

(KMAland) -- Iowa families could soon face tougher times putting food on the table. The budget reconciliation bill passed by Congress this summer is set to hit the state with higher costs for food assistance and leaders said charities are not able to fill the gap. In 2023, nearly one in eight Iowans, close to 400,000...

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