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August 12, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

Twelve Monumental Flags March Through the Iowa State Fair Parade to Pappajohn Sculpture Park: Artist Bob Faust Distributes Participatory Public Art to Downtown Des Moines

The Chicago-based artist’s new initiative Ways and Means Reclaims and Reimagines the American Flag for a More Expansive and Positive American “We” WHO & WHAT On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, nationally recognized Chicago artist and designer Bob Faust will present a large-scale public activation of his new participatory artwork, Ways

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August 10, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

Greater Des Moines Supportive Housing will bring nearly 200 units of permanent supportive housing to the region.

DES MOINES, Iowa – August 10, 2026 – Greater Des Moines Supportive Housing (GDMSH) announced the closing on two former extended stay hotels that will become an 89-unit campus at 2701 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines and a 104-unit campus at 3940 114th Street in Urbandale. Both cities gave

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August 06, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

Schaeffer, others named hosts of KFMG’s new programming

Community radio station KFMG-LP, at 98.9 FM, announces that several new radio hosts are joining its programming. Longtime central Iowa broadcaster and media personality Maxwell Schaeffer will be the host of Morning Music with Maxwell, airing Monday through Saturday from 5-10 a.m., beginning July 30. KFMG is a listener-supported, nonprofit

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August 05, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

DES MOINES PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO OFFER FREE MEALS FOR THE 2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR

This school year marks the fifth consecutive year the district has offered free breakfast and lunch to students regardless of income. Des Moines Public Schools will continue providing free breakfast and lunch to every student during the 2026-27 school year, ensuring all students have access to nutritious meals that support

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August 04, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

Urbandale Voters to Consider New Police Station With No Property Tax Levy Increase for the Project

URBANDALE, Iowa – Urbandale voters will consider a bond referendum for a new police station on November 3, 2026. The City’s financing plan is designed to build the station without raising the City’s property tax rate for this project. At the City Council meeting tonight, the Urbandale City Council approved

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August 04, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

Discounted Earlybird Tickets On Sale NOW For Des Moines’ Original Oktoberfest

22nd Annual Festival Will Feature Traditional Favorites, Roctoberfest Bands & Porsche Giveaway  (Ankeny, Iowa) – August 3, 2026 – Des Moines’ original Oktoberfest is returning to the District at Prairie Trail in Ankeny  to celebrate its 22nd year.  After converting the community into the “Munich of the Midwest” last year,

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August 03, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

Iowans of the Day Selected for 2026 Iowa State Fair

DES MOINES, IA (08/03/2026) (readMedia)– The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies Food Products are pleased to announce the recipients of the Iowan of the Day Award for the 2026 Iowa State Fair. The Iowan of the Day program was founded by the Blue Ribbon Foundation in 1997

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July 30, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

START A NEW IOWA STATE FAIR TRADITION WITH LIFESERVE BLOOD CENTER

JOHNSTON, IOWA (July 30, 2026) – Showing your fair spirit is more than just attending concerts at the Grandstand or trying the newest food on a stick. It’s also helping your neighbors and those in need. You can show your fair spirit by donating blood and saving lives at LifeServe’s

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July 30, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

Hoyt Sherman Place Brings New Light to the Art Gallery

Visitors to Hoyt Sherman Place are invited to experience the art gallery in a whole new light. Hoyt Sherman Place has completed the installation of a new LED lighting system throughout the gallery, a significant improvement that enhances the viewing experience while helping preserve the historic artwork for generations to

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July 29, 2026 by Press Releases in Just Released

NATIONAL AND LOCAL BLOOD SUPPLY NOW AT DANGEROUSLY LOW LEVELS; DONATIONS NEEDED IMMEDIATELY

JOHNSTON, IOWA (July 29, 2026) – LifeServe Blood Center is calling on eligible donors to make an appointment to give blood immediately, after weeks of significant declines in donations have led to concerning shortages. Right now, LifeServe has just a 1-2 day supply of type O-negative, O-positive, and A-negative blood.

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