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
Read More →CLIVE, IA – May 23, 2025 – Breanne Hocker has been appointed to the Clive City Council. The unanimous appointment was made at the May 22 Clive City Council meeting. The seat was vacant due to former Councilmember Srikant Mikkilineni’s resignation on April 11. “Thank you to the Council for
Read More →Des Moines, IA – xBk Live, a cornerstone of Des Moines’ vibrant music scene, is thrilled to announce the opening of The xBk Annex, a new, intimate space located at 1163 24th St, Unit B, Des Moines, IA 50311. The Annex has officially opened its doors, offering a cozy and
Read More →Explore Iowa’s countryside by supporting local farmers and businesses during this exciting weekend event DES MOINES, Iowa (May 21, 2025) – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig today announced that Choose Iowa will host its inaugural statewide Choose Iowa Farm Store Crawl on Saturday and Sunday, June 21-22. This two-day event coincides
Read More →The New Facility Will Provide More Space For The Lions, Increasing Capacity DES MOINES, Iowa (May 20, 2025) – A new facility to help with the conservation of African lions has broken ground in the heart of Iowa. Blank Park Zoo held a ceremonial groundbreaking today for the Marjorie A.
Read More →Lights. Camera. Donate. Blood Donors are the Real Stars! JOHNSTON, IOWA (May 19, 2025) – LifeServe Blood Center is excited to invite the community to this year’s 2025 Blood Donor Day in an effort to boost the community blood supply during the summer, often referred to as trauma season. “The
Read More →Des Moines, Iowa – The Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe is announcing the grand opening of Des Moines’ first-of-its-kind, brick-and-mortar board game lounge on Saturday, May 31st at 7 am, located at 300 SW 5th Street, in downtown Des Moines. Co-owners Annelise Tarnowski and Tony Tandeski are excited to invite
Read More →Debut book features tales of emerging whole from the darkness of grief. Author Laura Julier will visit Beaverdale Books at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 22 to share her new book, Off Izaak Walton Road: The Grace That Comes Through Loss. Loss and sorrow can overwhelm even the strongest person,
Read More →Transformative vision and deep commitment to the industry earn Chelesvig top honor from The Broadway League DES MOINES, IA – At The Broadway League’s Annual Spring Road Conference in New York this week, Des Moines Performing Arts (DMPA) President and CEO Jeff Chelesvig was presented with the Distinguished Lifetime Service
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