Harvard Law Professor speaks at Constitution Day law lecture
Drake Law School faculty kicked off the annual Constitution Day event on Sept. 20 at 3 p.m., welcoming Harvard Law School Professor Nicholas Stephanopoulos to open a dialogue about “Aligning Constitutional Law,” the title of his presentation. Stephanopoulos’s theory of alignment “refers basically to the government...
Mahaska Health Welcomes Dr. Jordan Hamilton to the Family Medicine & Obstetrics Teams
Mahaska Health is pleased to welcome Jordan Hamilton, DO, a board-certified and fellowship- trained Family Medicine and Obstetrics provider, to its Family Medicine and Obstetrics teams. Dr. Hamilton brings compassionate, expert care with specialized training in surgical obstetrics and a dedication to serving patients...
Wyoming man who disrupted speech and debate tournament enters plea deal, under probation
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Wyoming man who prompted an evacuation at the National Speech and Debate tournament in June has pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct after entering a plea deal. Jayden Roccaforte disrupted a finals performance at the tournament, and "his behavior prompted safety concerns," Des Moines police...
Movies and TV shows casting in Des Moines
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans 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...
Insurance cushions $4 million jury verdict but Polk taxpayers still liable
An insurance policy could cover about half of a $4.26 million jury award this week in a wrongful termination case against Polk County. Why it matters: It is potentially millions of dollars in unbudgeted costs and comes as the county faces financial hurdles due to new state laws limiting property tax growth.
Scooter scramble: The impact of electric scooters on campus
All students have their own ways to get to classes. Some students choose to walk, others choose a new popular option, the electric scooter. A lot of bike racks have been overtaken by scooters on campus. Bikes are appearing to be falling out of style, while electric scooters are on the rise.
Prairie City Man Accused Of Felony Theft Accepts Plea Bargain In Stolen Phone Case
A Prairie City man listed as homeless by the Prairie City Police Department has accepted a plea bargain in his felony theft case. Twenty-four-year-old Dallas Scott Smithart is accused of selling a stolen cellphone at a kiosk at the Newton Walmart on August 19th. Prairie City Police say the phone was stolen from an...
New Carlisle library triples in size, boosts learning opportunities
CARLISLE, Iowa — The city of Carlisle has broken ground on a new $7 million library that will provide more space and learning opportunities for those who use library resources. The construction comes after nearly 10 years of planning and fundraising efforts. The hard work paid off as ground was broken two weeks ago...
Student found with handgun at West Des Moines school, police say
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — A student at Valley High School was found with a gun on Tuesday, the West Des Moines Police Department said. At around 2:12 p.m. a school resource officer at the high school was told about students possibly vaping in one of the school restrooms. According to WDPD, the SRO and […]
Toys R Us Holiday Store Opens in Illinois, 19 More Ahead
Toys R Us is making a comeback with seasonal stores and the first one has already opened in Illinois.
