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Posted May 13, 2019in Just Released

Des Moines Symphony’s Spotlight at the Temple: May 14

The Des Moines Symphony will present the final concert in its 2018-2019 Spotlight at the Temple Concert Series on Tuesday, May 14 at 7:30 p.m. Spotlight at the Temple is a unique concert experience curated by Des Moines Symphony musicians and performed in an intimate atmosphere. At the May event,

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Posted May 13, 2019in Just Released

Public asked to share opinions on future roadway capacity projects

Residents of Greater Des Moines are invited to share their opinions on 176 roadway capacity projects that could be eligible for federal funding over the next 30 years. The Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is in the process of updating the Long-Range Transportation Plan for the Greater Des

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Posted May 09, 2019in Just Released

Report of Mountain Lion sighting

The Des Moines Police Department is currently investigating a report of a mountain lion sighting within the City.  Video from the area of 31st and I-235 is being examined to confirm the presence of the animal.  Additional will information will be shared as it becomes available. Please exercise an abundance

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Posted May 03, 2019in Just Released, Uncategorized

2019 EHS Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees

Question: What do a successful Des Moines business owner, a Danish Knight, a beloved East High secretary, an award-winning sports columnist, and an educator & coach have in common? Answer: They are all proud graduates of East High School and will be inducted into the EHS Alumni Hall of Fame

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Posted May 03, 2019in Just Released

Free Summer Concert Series in Earlham City Park

Ahhhhh. Summer in the park on Sunday evening in small-town Iowa. Residents are sitting on lawn chairs or blankets, while listening to live music, and children are running around, playing with their friends. And it’s free. Kate Williams and Connie Terry plan to duplicate that iconic scene this summer in

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Posted May 03, 2019in Just Released

Tango Gala Restores Hope

On Friday, April 26, The Foundation for Children & Families of Iowa (CFI) hosted its annual Tango Gala, an evening of dancing to live music, great food and exciting auction items. Held at the Ron Pearson Center, Tango is a signature fundraising event for CFI. Proceeds from this event help

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Posted April 30, 2019in Just Released

3 Des Moines Performing Arts Invested Shows Receive Tony Award Nominations

AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, THE CHER SHOW and THE PROM Recognized with Nominations The Broadway League and The American Theatre Wing announced the 2019 Tony Award Nominations on Tuesday, April 30 at 7:30 a.m. CST live from New York. Des Moines Performing Arts

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Posted April 30, 2019in Just Released

Fandoms Convene at MyDMPL Con!

The family-friendly festival features costumed characters, crafts, and activities for all ages. Con one con all to the second annual MyDMPL Con! Come to the library to enjoy this family-friendly festival for all fandoms. Travel to Hogwarts to find your Patronus and play “I Spy” at Dumbledore’s desk. Meet superheroes

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Posted April 30, 2019in Just Released

CONCERT TO BENEFIT KIDS

Benefit Concert for Children and Families of Iowa Family Violence Center. Live music by Lady Di and the Guys and Bitter Sweet, May 17, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bring a donation item for a pizza supper. $7 cover at the door, Lefty’s Live Music 2307 University Ave., Des Moines.

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Posted April 29, 2019in Just Released

Hy-Vee Raises $360,846 During The Great American Milk Drive

Today, Hy-Vee, Inc. announced that generous customer donations and its corporate participation during The Great American Milk Drive helped raise $360,846 to purchase much-needed milk for local food banks throughout Hy-Vee’s eight-state region. During the monthlong campaign in March, customer donations totaled $277,846, with an additional $83,000 in corporate giving

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