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September 20, 2024 by Press Releases in Just Released

Internationally-renowned pianist Olga Kern joins the Orchestra for the Des Moines Symphony’s 87th Season Debut: The Emperor

DES MOINES, IA— The Des Moines Symphony (DMSO) will perform its 87th Season Debut: The Emperor at 7:30 PM Saturday, September 28 and 2:30 PM Sunday, September 29, 2024 at the Des Moines Civic Center (221 Walnut Street, Des Moines). The concert will mark the start of DSMO’s 2024-2025 Masterworks

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September 19, 2024 by Press Releases in Just Released

Urbandale Food Pantry Breaking Ground on New Facility to Meet Growing Demand and Future Needs

Urbandale, Iowa (Wednesday, September 18, 2024) – A groundbreaking for the Urbandale Food Pantry’s new facility will take place on Friday, September 27 at 10:30 AM. The new facility, which will be located at 7901 Douglas Avenue in Urbandale, will provide much-needed space and resources to expand operations and partner with other community organizations. In

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September 18, 2024 by Press Releases in Just Released

DES MOINES PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND GOOGLE FIBER LAUNCH PARENT UNIVERSITY

Des Moines Public Schools is excited to announce the launch of “Parent University,” a new program developed with support from Google Fiber. This initiative aims to empower families by equipping them with essential technology skills to support their children’s academic success.   Parent University will provide families with hands-on technology

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September 17, 2024 by Press Releases in Just Released

Iowa Bankers Association Announces 2024-25 Leadership

Jim Plagge of Bank Iowa to chair IBA board of directors JOHNSTON, Iowa (Sept. 17, 2024) — The Iowa Bankers Association recently elected officers and directors to serve on its 2024-25 board of directors. These leaders assumed their roles during the IBA Annual Convention, held Sept. 15-17 in Des Moines.

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September 17, 2024 by Press Releases in Just Released

Pro Skateboarders to Descend on Des Moines

Nearly four dozen top skaters will participate in the Des Moines Streetstyle Open   DES MOINES – Skate DSM, announced some of the world’s top pro and amateur skaters will participate in the 4th Annual Des Moines Streetstyle Open, a skate contest from September 19 – 21. The Des Moines Streetstyle Open is

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September 17, 2024 by Press Releases in Just Released

Iowa Bankers Association Honors Tom Pohlman with James A. Leach Leadership Award

Longtime community banking leader honored for his service to the banking industry   JOHNSTON, Iowa (Sept. 16, 2024) — The Iowa Bankers Association (IBA) presented banking leader, Tom Pohlman, with the 2024 James A. Leach Leadership Award on Monday during the IBA Annual Convention.   Pohlman had a successful 46-year

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September 17, 2024 by Press Releases in Just Released

Special Olympics Iowa to Host Truck Convoy on September 21

~ The public is invited to join Iowa’s compassionate army of truck drivers as they participate in the Special Olympics Truck Convoy ~ Grimes, Iowa – On Saturday, September 21, the Truck Convoy for Special Olympics Iowa will bring together over 100 truck drivers and semis in support of Special

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September 17, 2024 by Press Releases in Just Released

Iowa Bankers Association Names Sen. Jason Schultz Legislator of the Year

Schultz honored for unwavering support of the banking industry to better Iowa’s communities     JOHNSTON, Iowa (Sept. 16) – The Iowa Bankers Association (IBA) recently presented Iowa Sen. Jason Schultz (R-Schleswig) with its 2024 IBA Legislator of the Year award.   The IBA created the award to recognize an

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September 16, 2024 by Press Releases in Just Released

BALLET DES MOINES ANNOUNCES $3 MILLION GIFT FROM THE LAURIDSEN FAMILY & SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

Lauridsen Campus for Arts and Education opens with announcement of largest gift in company history Des Moines, IA – During a ribbon-cutting at its new downtown campus held Thursday, September 12, Ballet Des Moines (BDM) announced a $3M donation by local philanthropists Nix and Virginia Lauridsen. The campaign, led by

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September 16, 2024 by Press Releases in Just Released

xBk Live Celebrates 5 Years of Music, Community, and Resilience

  Des Moines, IA – xBk Live, a beloved independent music venue in Des Moines, is thrilled to announce its 5th anniversary on September 20th, 2024. Founded by Tobi Parks, a dedicated advocate for the music industry, xBk Live has become a cornerstone of the local music scene, providing a platform

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