Des Moines, Iowa —I’ll Make Me a World in Iowa, Iowa’s African American Festival, joins countless others in mourning the tragic passing of Dr. Hal S. Chase, a respected historian, educator, and longtime advocate for African American history in Iowa. Dr. Chase died in a car accident on May 22.
Read More →Festival presents nearly 12 hours of independent films and notable panel discussions (Des Moines, IA) – The Des Moines Arts Festival® has released the film line-up for the annual Interrobang Film Festival. Interrobang will feature 24 films from nine countries. The films will be screened inside the air-conditioned comfort of
Read More →WEST DES MOINES, IA (06/03/2025) Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences awarded graduate degrees in medicine and health sciences to over 400 new health care professionals at its 125th Commencement Ceremony on May 30, 2025. The event celebrated the achievements of the DMU Class of 2025, including many dual
Read More →Nominate Your Outstanding Iowan for Recognition at the State Fair DES MOINES, IA (06/02/2025) (readMedia)– Des Moines, IA – The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies BBQ Food Products are currently seeking ten individuals to be recognized for the Iowan of the Day award at the 2025 Iowa
Read More →DES MOINES – Central Iowans are asked to immediately begin a 25 percent voluntarily reduction in lawn watering. Water treatment facilities are working near capacity to produce enough water for basic lifeline essentials. Treatment is challenged because of water supply conditions caused by nitrate concentrations in the Des Moines and
Read More →Friday – Sunday at the Iowa Events Center WHAT/WHO: The fourth annual Des Moines Con is a three-day celebration of comics and pop culture, including TV, film, cosplay, gaming, and anime. Fans of all ages are invited to join the fun and meet dozens of internationally known TV and movie
Read More →Des Moines, IA (May 29) – The Animal Rescue League of Iowa (ARL) and Des Moines Area Religious Council (DMARC) are holding a Drive-Thru Dog Food giveaway event on Saturday, June 7 at DMARC (100 Army Post Rd) to help pets and people in need in our community. This partnership
Read More →New Activities, Breweries, & Food Trucks Keep Event Fresh Des Moines, May 2025 – The Iowa Brewers Guild is excited to announce details of the 15th annual Iowa Craft Brew Festival (ICBF). The event takes place rain or shine Saturday, June 7 from Noon-4 p.m. at Water Works Park
Read More →In recognition of Craig Cronbaugh’s extraordinary contributions to lowa’s music scene and his impact on aspiring musicians, the Craig Cronbaugh Drum Studies Scholarship supports young drummers pursuing their passion. This scholarship honors Craig’s journey, which began in sixth grade and flourished through performances with iconic bands in the 1970s and
Read More →Des Moines – The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is reporting a confirmed case of measles in central Iowa in an unvaccinated adult. The case tested positive through the State Hygienic Laboratory and is the first confirmed case of measles in Iowa this year, and the first
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