May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Cars in the City
As I contemplated driving a new Ford Mustang Mach-E, I was excited to feature a car from my youth. The Ford Mustang is the bestselling two-door sports car made in America, recently surpassing 10 million cars sold since its debut in 1965. However, the Mustang I drove was a different
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Art News
Julian Schnabel is a big deal. When asked about his recent acquisitions of Julian Schnabel works, Steven Vail, of Steven Vail Fine Arts, responded, “These are somewhat unbelievable to be offered in Des Moines. We have been receiving inquiries nationally and internationally and have several pending sales. Each is unique
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Iowa Artist
Jeff Klisares was intrigued with his Italian grandfather’s unique paintings at a young age. He marveled at the process of the oil, brushes and huge canvases. “As a child, I saw a painting, and I thought, if this is the way adults behave, count me in. This was like play
Read More →COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS IN POLK COUNTY FROM MARCH 9, 2021, THROUGH MARCH 23, 2021. ADDRESS: 3304 CRESCENT DRIVE, DES MOINES SALE DATE: MARCH 9, 2021 SALE PRICE: $200,000 SELLER: SWCMJC LLC BUYER: LEHS, KENT SQUARE FEET: 1,824 ACRES: 0.167 ADDRESS: 5197 N.E. 15TH ST., DES MOINES SALE DATE: MARCH 9, 2021
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in People & Pets
Through the years, Eric and Lorrie Culp of Des Moines have cared for more than a dozen dogs, mostly rescue dogs. They love practically all dog breeds, and Eric even plays Santa Claus while having pictures taken with pets for their owners to enjoy at Christmas time. Eric’s real beard
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Stray Thoughts
The Iowa Supreme Court chamber is a magnificent venue for the seven justices who referee the thorniest legal questions in our state. The courtroom seats a few dozen spectators. Last week, it’s a shame there weren’t thousands of people listening to the justices’ questions and the lawyers’ responses in the
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Sound Circuit
Matt Woods, an American roots and blues musician, spins the musical roulette each month. One night, his band, The Matt Woods Band, entertains the crowd. The next night, he strums along with Malcom Wells and the Two-Timers. Another gig in Kansas City lands him with Dustin Arbuckle. Or catch him
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Book Review
‘Burning Girls and Other Stories’ Fairy tales, myths, fables… there is a lot of power hidden in innocuous stories. The kind of power that Veronica Schanoes wields like a torch in her debut collection — both dangerous and delightful. The title story is the tale of an immigrant girl who
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Film Previews
‘Here Today’ Director: Billy Crystal Stars: Sharon Stone, Penn Badgley, Laura Benanti, Tiffany Haddish Charlie Burnz (Billy Crystal) is a veteran comedy writer with family issues. Emma Payge (Tiffany Haddish) is a singer whose ex is a fan of Charlie, so he bid on lunch with him at a charity
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