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Things to do in Des Moines this weekend: Music festival, bike ride, breakdancing and more
DES MOINES, Iowa — Looking for something to do this weekend? Or, do you want to try out a new place to grab a bite to eat?. Check out these events and activities happening across the metro, May 17-19. Friday, May 17. Greenbelt Music Festival, 2100 N.W. 100th St....
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.
Animal Rescue League of Iowa is looking for adopters, foster families and donations as it deals with a surge in puppies
The Animal Rescue League of Iowa (ARL) is asking for help as it deals with a sudden boom in the number of puppies it is caring for. The 98-year-old nonprofit said in a news release on Thursday that it currently has “130+ more puppies than we did at this time last year.”
4 drive-in theaters in Iowa when you want a retro experience this summer
It’s starting to feel like summer as Iowa’s few drive-in theaters welcome moviegoers for the season. The closest to Des Moines is the Valle Drive-In in Newton. But, it isn’t the option for those wanting to see a movie under the stars. Here’s where else you can visit for a drive-in experience in Iowa.
'Just a little dusty': Dog rescued from inside the wall of a West Des Moines home
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — West Des Moines Fire says it made a unique dog rescue. Last night, firefighters were dispatched for a dog stuck inside the wall of a two-story house. The family says their pet fell through the ceiling while playing in the attic. Firefighters say they...
This barbecue restaurant owner is opening a breakfast and lunch diner outside of Ankeny
A diner outside Ankeny will offer old favorites and more under a new name. Darren and Sherry Warth announced this month they bought the former Sorriso Grille, 7015 N.E. 14th St., in the Carney area just south of Ankeny's city limits. Melinda Strable, the Warth's nearby neighbor who opened the restaurant in 2014, closed Sorriso in April and retired.
Casey's introduces a new pizza perfect for summer. But, you may need a napkin for it.
Barbecue just got more convenient thanks to Casey’s newest menu drop. In addition to thin-crust pizza and taco pizza, Casey’s shoppers can now treat themselves to new barbecue pulled pork pizza or pulled pork sliders. The Ankeny-based convenience chain announced the new eats Wednesday, with the additions arriving...
Shuttered Des Moines bar Zora hit with foreclosure, latest setback for owner Edwin Allen
Zora, the shuttered rooftop bar that occupies a prime corner at the intersection of Ingersoll Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. in Des Moines, is facing foreclosure after owner Edwin Allen III's lender filed in court to collect on a more than $3 million mortgage. Zora Bar & Rooftop...
Benji is 100lbs of cuddles! The School's Out Adoption Event is happening now at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa | Paid Content
Benji last weighed in at an impressive 99.8lbs, but with all the treats she received from the Iowa Live team, we just might have helped her reach a solid 100lbs! Don't be intimidated by her size, Benji is a gentle giant. She does her best not to pull on the leash, and knows jumping on someone is out of bounds. Instead, Benji will stick by your side and lean in close. Her favorite activity by far is cuddling up with her humans.
'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...
‘Not your grandfather’s steakhouse’
Calling it fancy but not formal, chef Dominic Iannarelli said his new restaurant in West Des Moines is “not your grandfather’s steakhouse.”. Prime & Providence opened officially on May 13 after a series of soft openings. The upscale restaurant is located in the five-story 595 Tower building at...
Delicious downsize appears on appetizer menu
It’s a delicious downsize, and your chance to try the classic dish without committing to the whole meal. Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse Culinary Director John Leiendecker shares a new menu item: Mini Beef Wellingtons. You can find Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse in Des Moines, Altoona, and West Des Moines. For...
Two years later, a ‘park for all abilities’ opens
Dan Nichols loves spending time outdoors, but a serious injury has made access to the water difficult for the retired Navy vet. He remembers learning to fish from his father on a boat where he could freely maneuver, he said. Nichols, who served in the Navy for 22 years, is...
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...
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...
Behind the story of The Wilder's Iowa Gold burger, one of the best in the state
The Wilder's Iowa Gold burger is a product of time management and collaboration. Nearly a year ago, head chef Mike Bolin set out to make a great burger. He contacted local farmer Sarah Bailey of Jiyu Wagyu to help make it happen. The Iowa Beef Industry Council has held the...
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