Play the “Name that Crime” Quiz! YOUR UNDERWEAR ARREST The manager of Burger King, 655 Walnut St., called police on Nov. 13 just after 1 a.m. after she told a woman she couldn’t panhandle inside the store, so the suspect punched her. Police later found the woman in the
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November 20, 2013 by justin
in Art News
El Anatsui, a Ghanaian born, Ewe-speaking man of the world, showed up for his media interview in Des Moines wearing a black suit, white shirt and athletic shoes as green as a Nigerian soccer jersey with bright red trim and large treads. “So now I won’t fall down,” he explained.
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November 20, 2013 by justin
in Locker Room
There is something wildly fascinating about watching two people fight. A slow temper building up to the point where civilized conversation no longer resonates effective to the parties involved, yet neither is willing to yield. A physical lashing becomes the only resolve. Hell, there isn’t a man — or woman,
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November 20, 2013 by justin
in Food Dude
If addresses could tell stories, 1238 Eighth St. in West Des Moines would be a renowned raconteur. After converting a Cork and Cleaver there, Jimmy’s American Café was the hottest spot in town beginning some 30 years ago. After owner Jimmy Lynch lost it in an infamous sexual harassment lawsuit,
Read More →Des Moines said goodbye to a one-of-a-kind soul this past week as Linda Bisignano, longtime owner of Chuck’s Restaurant in Highland Park, was laid to rest. Bisignano — beloved by virtually everyone who knew her and a long-time patron of Des Moines’ local music — was given a send off
Read More →Amount: $68.64 To: Doors Inc. For: Purchase of six double toilet paper dispensers installed at Saers Park. Amount: $174,932.03 To: Ampco System Parking For: Reimbursement payment for the month of September for downtown parking garages. Amount: $12,605.56 To: Edwards For: Postage cost for the Fall 2013 newsletter to
Read More →Max Wellman has had it with people harping on his age. “As long as I’ve played professionally,” says the singer and bandleader, “there’s been this tremendous emphasis.” The upshot? At the still-tender age of 22, he’s doubling down on his loyalty to his grandparents’ Hit Parade. He’s embarked on his
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November 20, 2013 by justin
in Belly Up To...
Wedgewood Dining and Spirits is a surprising find on the east side. If you’ve never been, it’s tricky to navigate due to its peculiar location on the short diagonal jaunt, Wedgewood Road. The building is long, yet deceptively large compared to its boxy outward appearance. All clues suggest the place
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November 20, 2013 by justin
in Sound Circuit
MaryBeth Doran is familiar with the bright lights/big city approach. After graduating from George Washington University, Doran packed up her things and moved to New York City, where she eventually helped form the band Milly Beau. The soul pop five-piece signed to Greenhouse Records, where they released two albums. But
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