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Des Moines rodeo gets exciting chance to compete internationally
DES MOINES, Iowa — Eight young women from Des Moines represent their community and heritage as Escaramuza Zacatecanas, a rodeo team, with the chance to show off their skills in Mexico. After earning a national championship in Colorado, Escaramuza Zacatecanas qualified to compete in Mexico. WHO 13’s Samantha Mesa caught up with the team to […]
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City of Grimes Gets Ahead Of Prospective Data Center Development
(Grimes, IA) -- A Des Moines metro city wants to get ahead of any future data center development. The Grimes City Council will vote next week on a resolution that includes limiting water consumption to the amount housed by a warehouse. It would also follow MidAmerican Energy's policy of not charging residents extra on their utility bills.
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Des Moines festival celebrates sobriety, community and second chances
DES MOINES, Iowa — A Des Moines festival aimed at breaking the stigma surrounding addiction continues to grow, drawing thousands of people while connecting Iowans with resources to help them overcome substance use disorder. The sixth annual Recovery Festival brought people together at Riverview Park for a day of live entertainment, family-friendly activities and personal […]
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Des Moines Considers E-Bike, Scooter and Sidewalk Rule Changes
DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines is developing bicycle and micromobility ordinance changes following an October 19 council work session. The discussion includes high-speed devices and business-district sidewalks. For statewide background, see our Iowa e-bike laws guide. Status as of October 22, 2026: These are proposals under development. This...
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Des Moines River Levels to be Noticeably Low Starting Thursday
(Des Moines, IA) -- The City of Des Moines says water levels on the Des Moines River will be noticeably lower startingThursday, October 22nd. The city says starting today, the outflow from the Saylorville Dam will be reduced to allow city crews to walk out onto the Center Street Dam to remove flashboards. Crews are scheduled to remove the flashboards at 7:30 Friday morning, October 23rd, weather permitting. The Saylorville Dam outflow will be adjusted back to normal levels once the project is complete.
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Des Moines exhibition brings together Iowa LGBTQ artists
DES MOINES, Iowa — Dozens of LGBTQ+ artists from across Iowa came together in Des Moines to showcase their work and build community at a time when advocates say visibility is especially important. The Des Moines Pride Center hosted a three-day exhibition featuring work from emerging and established queer and transgender artists. The exhibition was […]