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Watch: Drone footage shows extent of tornado damage in Polk County
Just over a week after severe weather and multiple tornadoes touched down in Iowa, Polk County officials have shared announced preliminary damage assessments from storms on May 21. The severe weather damaged trees damage, knocked down power lines and destroyed property within the county. So what is the extent of...
Night Glow Balloons To Be In Des Moines Area Saturday Night
(Des Moines, IA) -- Hot air balloons will be tethered in Des Moines and surrounding areas Saturday night. The night-glow balloons will be near retailers, restaurants, and attractions. Look for balloons near Court Avenue, downtown Des Moines, as well as in Urbandale, Altoona, Ankeny, Johnston, Cumming, and Carlisle. Glowing hot air balloons will be stationed in different locations throughout the region from 6 – 8 p.m., weather permitting.
Iowa school hopes banning cellphones will help with teens' mental health
DES MOINES, Iowa (KAKE) - A high school in Iowa is banning the use of cellphones and headphones to help address students' mental health needs. KABC reports Hoover High School in Des Moines will prohibit phones from the school starting next school years. School officials said the new rule is to improve students' mental health after seeing a rise in anxiety and depression.
Things to do in Des Moines this weekend: Des Moines Con, Pride Walk, car show, Greek Food Festival and more
DES MOINES, Iowa — Looking for something to do this weekend? Or, want to try out a new place to grab a bite to eat?. Check out these events and activities happening across the metro, May 31-June 2. Previous video above: KCCI Archive: Des Moines has been hosting 'Music...
Capital City Pride paints rainbow crosswalks in East Village for Pride Month
DES MOINES, Iowa — Some sidewalks in Des Moines' East Village just got a colorful makeover, just in time for Pride Month. Capital City Pride officially unveiled Pride Corner on Tuesday. It's at the intersection of East Grand Avenue and East Fifth Street. The corners symbolize diversity and inclusion in the heart of Des Moines.
American Equity to move into downtown Des Moines building owned by Nationwide
American Equity Investment Life Holding Co., which announced in April it would move to downtown Des Moines, will occupy space in a building owned by Nationwide Mutual Insurance Co. at 1150 Locust St. The annuity company will relocate 650 employees from a pair of West Des Moines buildings by March 2026, according...
Des Moines may replace its tornado warning system
A new severe weather warning system would replace Des Moines' 22-year-old sirens under a proposal that goes before the City Council Monday.Why it matters: The current system was not designed to be used in freezing temperatures, potentially leaving citizens vulnerable in rare events like December derechos, Sgt. Paul Parizek tells Axios.State of play: The new system would cost $1.7 million and be connected to the National Weather Service, allowing the city to more precisely sound alarms.The city could also conduct testing at frequencies that cannot be heard by the human ear, allowing for fewer disruptions when mechanical work or inspections take place, Parizek said.What's next: If approved, the system will be installed in coming months.
Townhome development with Des Moines skyline views coming to banks of Raccoon River
Another townhome project is coming to Indianola Road south of the Raccoon River, promising prime views of the downtown Des Moines skyline. Adam Sieren, owner of Premier Construction Services, plans to develop 35 units on the hillside overlooking the south bank of the river at 16 Indianola Road. Across from St. Anthony Church and School, it's the former site of Clifton Heights Presbyterian Church..
Meet the candidates running for Iowa Senate District 22 in Johnston, Urbandale
Two candidates are running to represent Iowa Senate District 22 in Johnston and Urbandale. Incumbent Republican Sen. Brad Zaun and Democrat Matt Blake are running for the seat. To help voters, the Des Moines Register sent questions to all federal and Des Moines area legislative candidates running for political office this year. Their answers...
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