Painters for Pets: Local art keeping pets in their homes and out of shelters
DES MOINES, Iowa—The Pet Project will host its 9 th annual Painters for Pets fundraiser on March 27. Whether you are an art collector or animal lover, this event is…
Hy-Vee reaches over $1 million in support to Hope For The Warriors and its programs
SPRINGFIELD, Va. (March 19, 2025) – Hy-Vee has surpassed $1 million in support for Hope For The Warriors, a national nonprofit that supports post-9/11 veterans, service members and military families,…
Hundreds of Authors and Readers of All Ages Expected
2025 DSM Book Festival Features Something for Everyone Readers and book lovers in central Iowa will enjoy an outstanding array of authors that will be appearing at the DSM Book…
IHSAA Basketball Tournament to ISU, Hilton Coliseum in 2027
A century after playing championships inside State Gymnasium, the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) and Iowa State University (ISU) enter an exciting new era together as the IHSAA State…
SBA Celebrates Iowa Small Business Persons of the Year for their Success and Impact
Awardees from Percival Scientific in competition for National Small Business Person of the Year to be presented during National Small Business Week in May (DES MOINES, Iowa) — Today the…
DMPS SCHOOLS EARN NATIONAL HONORS FOR COUNSELING EXCELLENCE
Schools at DMPS are earning national recognition for their exemplary commitments to comprehensive school counseling programs. Goodrell Middle School, Hoover High School and Wright Elementary School have earned the Recognized…
Des Moines Arts Festival® Announces 2025 Invited Artists
The first look at the artists invited to the Festival in June (Des Moines, IA) – The Des Moines Arts Festival® presented by Nationwide has released the list of the…
Kayleigha has been named the Youth of the Year by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa.
Des Moines, Iowa, March 11, 2025 – Selected among other outstanding youth, Kayleigha has been named the Youth of the Year by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa.…
The Glow is Back! Blank Park Zoo’s Wild Lights Returns
The biggest, brightest event of the year returns with all-new lantern displays DES MOINES, Iowa (March 11, 2025) – Des Moines will shine brighter this spring with the return of…
Chris Vance | Together We Grow
Opening Reception at Moberg Gallery Friday, March 7, 2025 5 pm – 9 pm 2411 Grand Ave. Des Moines, IA 50312 Free and open to the public | Parking behind…
Mainframe Studios Hosts March First Friday in partnership with Des Moines Public Schools
Des Moines, IA (March 5, 2025) – Mainframe Studios is thrilled to announce its upcoming First Friday event in partnership with Des Moines Public Schools. On Friday, March 7, from…
Des Moines Performing Arts Announces the 2025 – 26 Willis Broadway Series Season
Season Tickets on Sale Now Season Includes 2024 Tony Award Winner for Best Musical The Outsiders Wicked returns for extended engagement DES MOINES, Iowa – Des Moines Performing Arts (DMPA)…
Registration Now Open for the 2025 Summer Iowa Games
Athletes from around the state will compete in over 40 sports AMES, Iowa – March 3 – Registration is now open for the majority of sports in the 2025 Summer…
JEFF CHELESVIG, PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF DES MOINES PERFORMING ARTS, ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT
A storied career spanning three decades positioned Des Moines as a desired stage for national Broadway performances, speakers, musicians and educational programming. DES MOINES, IA (February 27, 2025) – The…
Clive City Council Member Srikant Mikkilineni Announces Resignation Effective April 11, 2025
CLIVE, IA – February 26, 2025 – City Council Member Srikant Mikkilineni has announced plans to step down from the Clive City Council, effective April 11, 2025, due to a…