January 03, 2024 by Brent Antisdel
in Joe's Neighborhood
My friend and I kneel clumsily on the side of the altar in the early morning dark before school begins. Our shoes are covered by our black cassocks, which are straitjackets for squirmy 11-year-olds. So we tug and pull at the cassocks until the priest, bending over the chalice, gives
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January 03, 2024 by Brent Antisdel
in Belly Up To...
Tito’s Vodka was the best selling liquor in Iowa in 2023. Another Tito’s name — Tito’s Lounge — might soon be in the “best” category of food and drink in Urbandale. Tito’s Lounge, located at 3916 N.W. Urbandale Drive, opened in November 2021. Owner Haris Zuljevic hails from Bosnia. With
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January 03, 2024 by Brent Antisdel
in Film Previews
“Mean Girls” PG-13 Directors Samantha Jayne, Arturo Perez Jr. Writer: Tina Fey Stars: Jon Hamm, Angourie Rice, Jenna Fischer From the comedic mind of Tina Fey comes a new twist on the modern classic, “Mean Girls.” New student Cady Heron (Angourie Rice) is welcomed into the top of the social
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January 03, 2024 by Brent Antisdel
in Center Stage
The term “volunteering” does not begin to cover the gamut of opportunities that await the cultural adventurer. Your time and enthusiasm are desired contributions for cultural organizations. Since you are reading this column, you have an interest in the performing arts scene. Perhaps 2024 can bring a new perspective on
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January 03, 2024 by Brent Antisdel
in Cars in the City
The Hornet is back. Correction — the Hornet name has returned. This time, it’s a Dodge sub-compact crossover SUV. For Hornet fans, the last one manufactured was an AMC Hornet from 1970-1977. Dodge is manufactured in Italy. According to Road and Track, the Hornet is a “lightly rebodied” Alfa Romeo
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January 03, 2024 by Brent Antisdel
in Walks of Life
The spirit of giving is strong this time of year. We donate so food baskets can provide holiday meals to families, so those needing homes or fellowship can sit down to a hot meal and companionship, so toys can be found under Christmas trees, so kids and adults alike can
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January 03, 2024 by Brent Antisdel
in Food Dude
Going to college in Hyderabad in the 1960s, there were many magical names calling my inner traveler — Ceylon, Burma, Madras, Bombay, Calcutta, Kerala, Puri. The most enticing of all was Nepal. I visited twice and figured I would never again taste some of its marvelous foods again, unless I
Read More →8800 NORTHPARK DRIVE, URBANDALE SALE DATE: 2023-10-25 SALE PRICE: $8,250,000 SELLER: URBANDALE INVESTORS LLC BUYER: RH URBANDALE LLC ACRES: 3.196 SQUARE FEET: 65,765 1640 HULL AVE., DES MOINES SALE DATE: 2023-10-25 SALE PRICE: $7,200,000 SELLER: DES MOINES LEASED HOUSING ASSOCIATES IX LP BUYER: 1646 HULL LLC ACRES: 10.100 SQUARE FEET:115,835
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January 03, 2024 by Brent Antisdel
in Sound Circuit
As Gabriel Sanchez struts on the stage, dressed in a purple crushed velvet outfit, he confidently picks up his guitar and approaches the microphone. Glancing at the sold-out crowd, organ music plays in the background while he begins singing, “Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to get through this
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