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June 24, 2025 by Press Releases in Just Released

IN RAMP UP TO 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY, NOCE EXTENDS HOUSE ACTS, BOOKS NATIONAL HEADLINERS

Hosting local, regional, & national talent since December 31st, 2015, Noce has grown into a significant production house & tour stop for the nation’s top jazz & cabaret stars. Des Moines, IA (June 23rd, 2025) – In preparation for Noce’s 10 year anniversary, General Manager & Co-Owner Max Wellman has

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June 19, 2025 by Press Releases in Just Released

Iowa State Fair Butter News

DES MOINES, IA (06/19/2025) (readMedia)– The iconic Iowa State Fair Butter Cow will share her cooler with some friends from August 7-17, 2025. Long-time Iowa State Fair butter sculptor Sarah Pratt, along with her apprentices Hannah and Grace, are set to sculpt a beloved animated cast of characters that have

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June 18, 2025 by Press Releases in Just Released

50 Days of Fair Sweet Savings

DES MOINES, IA (06/18/2025) (readMedia)– Sweet news for smart Fairgoers – buy early and save big! From food to fun, planning ahead is the easiest (and sweetest!) way to stretch your budget and make the most of every Fair day. The countdown is on – only 50 days until the

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June 13, 2025 by Press Releases in Just Released

Valley Junction Pride!

West Des Moines, 6/11/25 – The Historic Valley Junction Foundation and Bing’s is pleased to announce Valley Junction Pride!, an inclusive family-friendly pride festival. The event will take place from 10:00am- 4:00pm on June 29 in Railroad Park and the 100 block of 5th Street. Valley Junction Pride! will include

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June 12, 2025 by Press Releases in Just Released

Nitrate violation imminent: Lawn watering banned immediately

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 13, 2025 Contact: Tami Madsen, Executive Director Central Iowa Water Works, tmadsen@ciww.gov DES MOINES – Pending an imminent risk of violating the nitrate standard, all commercial and residential lawn watering and use of automatic lawn watering systems are prohibited until further notice. This ban is effective

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June 12, 2025 by Press Releases in Just Released

Premier event returns September 6–7 with exhibits, gala, and support for families facing childhood cancer DES MOINES, IOWA – The Des Moines Concours d’Elegance, a premier exhibition of vintage, classic, and special-interest vehicles, will celebrate its 25th anniversary the weekend of September 6–7, 2025, in downtown Des Moines. Presented by

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June 12, 2025 by Press Releases in Just Released

The 39th Annual Summer Iowa Games Kick Off in July

AMES, IOWA — The 39th annual Summer Iowa Games, presented by Grinnell Mutual, are set to begin July 11, with competitions running through July 20. This Olympic-style festival brings together athletes of all ages and skill levels from across the state and beyond, offering a diverse lineup of events in

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June 12, 2025 by Press Releases in Just Released

HOME, Inc. Receives $150,000 Grant from Principal® Foundation

Des Moines, IA – (June 12, 2025) – HOME, Inc. announced today that it has received a $150,000 grant from Principal® Foundation, a global nonprofit organization committed to helping people and communities build financially secure futures. The contributions will support their Property Development Program for 2 years. HOME, Inc. is

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June 12, 2025 by Press Releases in Just Released

Iowa Juneteenth Celebrates 35 Years

DES MOINES, Iowa — June 2025 — Iowa Juneteenth proudly marks its 35th anniversary with a series of empowering, family-friendly, and community-centered events celebrating freedom, culture, and history. This year’s theme, “Remember Our History, Release the Past, Reshape the Future,” reflects the organization’s ongoing commitment to year-round education, cultural connection,

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June 12, 2025 by Press Releases in Just Released

Water treatment plants at capacity: Central Iowa Water Works requests voluntary minimum 50 percent cut in lawn watering

DES MOINES – Central Iowa Water Works is now calling for a voluntary minimum 50 percent reduction in all residential and commercial lawn watering to help alleviate water supply challenges caused by high nitrate concentrations in raw source waters. If customer demand does not immediately decline, lawn watering will be

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