Des Moines, Iowa – Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Iowa (BGCCI) has received a grant from Variety – the Children’s Charity of Iowa to fund new furniture for our Bernie and Berniece Baker Club. BGCCI is a nonprofit organization serving the Des Moines Metro with after school care for
Read More →DES MOINES – As part of Iowa’s America 250 year-long celebration, statewide leaders will host a special naturalization ceremony at the Iowa State Capitol. Governor Kim Reynolds and Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate will provide remarks for more than 40 new American citizens. WHO : Governor Kim Reynolds Secretary of
Read More →(JOHNSTON, IA) — Fareway Stores, Inc. today announced a major donation of more than 69,000 pounds of ham, totaling 5,504 individual hams, to help feed Iowans facing food insecurity. This donation reinforces Fareway’s long-standing commitment to strengthening communities, supporting families, and providing access to high-quality, nutritious food across the state.
Read More →DES MOINES, Iowa. (February 3, 2026) – Recently featured in DSM Magazine as one of Des Moines’ “Fun Fundraisers,” The Salvation Army’s Unmasking the Singer, sponsored by KDSM FOX 17 and Prairie Meadows, is already ramping up the excitement for 2026. This year, the event will be held on March
Read More →The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) and Iowa PBS today announced a multiyear extension of their partnership to provide statewide broadcast coverage of the IGHSAU Girls State Championships. The new Iowa PBS – IGHSAU agreement begins in January 2026 and runs until 2031, with options to extend joint
Read More →East High School is receiving national recognition for its exemplary commitment to a high-quality, comprehensive school counseling program. East is receiving the ASCA Model Program (RAMP) designation from the American School Counselor Association. The RAMP designation, awarded to schools that align with the criteria set in the ASCA National Model,
Read More →Attendees Can Enjoy Yuengling Beer For The First Time In Iowa Free (At 6 AM!) January 21, 2026 (Des Moines, IA) – Beer enthusiasts and fans of Groundhog Day have a lot to celebrate on February 2nd as America’s oldest brewery, Yuengling, will begin distributing their popular products in Iowa
Read More →Due to the Extreme Cold Warning issued by the National Weather Service that goes into effect at midnight and lasts throughout tomorrow, classes at Des Moines Public Schools are cancelled for Friday, January 23. The present forecast predicts temperatures of -8 at 8:00 AM with a wind chill of
Read More →DES MOINES, IA – The Iowa Bicycle Coalition will host the Iowa Bike Expo is a must-attend event for cycling & outdoor enthusiasts, as one of the Midwest’s largest one-day bike shows it draws over 5,000 attendees and features the latest in bikes, gear, trail destinations, rides, and innovations. There
Read More →Schedule announced for unique public art installation January 22, 2026 (DES MOINES) – New works of art will soon light up the night along Ingersoll Avenue this winter and spring. The Avenues of Ingersoll & Grand is thrilled to announce the artist selections and schedule for their upcoming Projector Showcase.
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