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Central Iowa Basic Income Pilot participants share their experiences
DES MOINES, Iowa — A basic income pilot program in central Iowa will continue despite a new law signed earlier this month by Gov. Kim Reynolds. The law bans guaranteed income programs that are funded with public money. Private programs can continue. That is the case for UpLift’s basic income program. “So, UpLift is really […]
Iowa man charged with stealing police cruiser
DES MOINES, IOWA — A Newton man is accused of stealing a Des Moines Police cruiser after an officer left it running while he responded to call. Police say an officer was investigating a report illegal drug activity around 4 p.m. on May 5 when someone jumped into the officer’s vehicle and sped off.
Showing teachers appreciation
It’s never too late to show some appreciation to our hard-working teachers, so let’s show them a little love! Erin Port of Simple Purposeful Living shares great gift ideas. Read more ideas here: https://simplepurposefulliving.com/teacher-appreciation-gift-ideas/. Get a free gift card printable: https://simplepurposefulliving.com/teacher/
DART bus drivers take over fairgrounds for Roadeo competition
DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines bus drivers are taking their skills to a local competition. Buses from the Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) have taken over the fairgrounds for the annual Roadeo contest. Drivers have to navigate through obstacles on a course. They simulate daily tasks live, picking up passengers and driving through tight streets.
One of the best Midwestern speakeasy bars is right here in Des Moines, says Midwest Living
Midwest Living just opened the door on some of the neatest speakeasies and hidden bars across Middle America, and one is right here in Des Moines. The magazine included 10 speakeasies on the list of the coolest in the Midwest, spanning Ginger Rabbit Jazz Lounge, a basement bar with "La La Land" vibes in Columbus, Ohio, to Dockum Bar inside a hotel in Wichita, Kansas.
How did Prairie Meadows go from a turkey to Polk County's golden goose?
Just curious: This occasional feature in the Des Moines Register aims to answer your questions about Iowa. Is there some place, event, lore, history or cultural quirk you're just curious about? Email your question to the Des Moines Register's Bill Steiden at wsteiden@registermedia.com. As another season of live racing kicks...
KCCI archives: Musician Tiny Tim once called Des Moines home
DES MOINES, Iowa — Tiny Tim was a native New Yorker who called Iowa home for a short time. He was a musical archivist best known for his falsetto voice and eccentric and unique style. In 1968, he released his hit song "Tiptoe Through the Tulips." In 1992, Tiny...
Iowa State Fair To Feature New Farmer's Market
(Des Moines, IA) -- The Iowa State Fair is adding a farmer's market to this year's fair. It'll be near the Grandfather's Barn area, behind the Cultural Building. The Fair is inviting vendors with locally sourced products to take part. They're looking for vendors who sell fruit and vegetables, fresh or dried flowers, plants or unprocessed meats.
Embrace senior living lifestyle
It’s not just a change of address. It’s a way to enhance your lifestyle with culinary experiences, wellness classes, and so much more. Heather Frank, Executive Director of The Village, a WesleyLife Community, shares what they offer. To learn more, you can go online to wesleylife/thevillage or call...
State Track Reports
(Des Moines) -- Trevor Maeder is in Des Moines for the 2024 State Track & Field Championships. Check out all reports on this page. Your browser does not support the audio element. Day 1 -- 4:33 Report. Your browser does not support the audio element. Day 1 -- 2:33 Report.
Special Olympics Flame of Hope takes annual trek to Ames
DES MOINES, Iowa — Law enforcement officers took part in the annual torch run Thursday morning ahead of the Special Olympics. Officers carried the Flame of Hope from Des Moines to Ames. The annual tradition signifies the start of the games. The Special Olympics will hold its official ceremony...
'Cicada-licious': Yes, you can eat cicadas
DES MOINES, Iowa — If you're an adventurous eater, or just want to do your part to rid the world of as many cicadas as you can,check out this cookbook by the University of Maryland. Use their recipes to make an entire meal of the bugs, which are full...
This Des Moines chocolate dessert sauce just won the Oscar of the specialty foods world
There are Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tonys for acting and music. In the food world, there are James Beard Foundation Awards, Wine Spectator Awards and Michelin stars, among others. And in the specialty foods business, producers aim for a Sofi Award, an honor considered to be the equivalent of the...
Polk County to require vaccine payment upfront
Payment for many immunizations will be required upfront starting in coming months at the Polk County Health Department (PCHD), spokesperson Addie Olson tells Axios.Why it matters: Vaccinations help prevent communicable diseases, but local taxpayers can get stuck with the bill when private insurance companies deny claims.State of play: The health department has historically billed insurance after vaccines were provided.Yes, but: The bills are increasingly going unpaid, Polk County administrator John Norris told supervisors in a memo earlier this month.The health department last month identified more than $26,000 in outstanding vaccine bills in a five-month period that ended in October, mostly...
Organization that took over Planned Parenthood book sale says it's canceled this year
DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa's Biggest Book Sale, which Planned Parenthood ran for more than 60 years in Des Moines before Altoona'sCaring Hands Outreach took it over last winter, has been canceled this year. Video above, previously: Planned Parenthood ending massive book sale fundraiser after 60 years in Des...
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