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From Des Moines to Akron: America’s ten most financially savvy cities
Minneapolis has a lower share of consumers with maxed-out credit cards. Meanwhile, people in Madison use low quotient of ...
Des Moines' Oktoberfest heads to Ankeny this year, leaving attendees conflicted
The festival, launched in 2004, will celebrate its 22nd year at The District at Prairie Trail.
Hot air balloons take flight over Des Moines ahead of National Balloon Classic
DES MOINES, Iowa — More than 30 hot air balloons took flight over Des Moines Monday morning, putting on a colorful show ahead ...
Nitrate levels in Des Moines and Raccoon rivers are rising after consistent rainfall, CIWW says
A sustained drop in nitrate levels is needed to lift the lawn watering ban, according to the CIWW. Job No. 1 done, a ‘Trump ...
WDM police investigating death of child found unresponsive in car
Police in West Des Moines are investigating the death of a child who was found unresponsive in a car on July 2nd. Sgt. Dan ...
Hot air balloons fly high over Des Moines to preview National Balloon Classic
A sneak peek of the National Balloon Classic is happening in Des Moines Monday morning. The event’s annual flight over Des Moines kicked off just a little after 6:30 a.m. The ...
Can't get away this summer? Take a park vacation with a relaxing stroll
Serene vistas, water views and wildflowers await those who wander the Des Moines metro's favorite walking trails ...
Why were there hot air balloons in Des Moines? Annual event brings color to hazy morning
Hot air balloons took to the sky in Des Moines on Monday, July 14. Expect to see more as the National Balloon Classic draws near.
Afghan refugee living in Iowa explains local impact of changes to Temporary Protected Status
Nabi Mohammadi with the Iowa Afghan Community and Cultural Organization said many refugees applied for other immigration programs ahead of the changes.
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Royals first-rounder gambled on his talent -- and won big
Sean Gamble was just 14 years old when he left his hometown of Des Moines, Iowa, to pursue his dream in baseball. The love ...
West Des Moines authorities investigating death of child found in vehicle
Law enforcement officers in West Des Moines are investigating the death of a child who was found unresponsive in a vehicle.West Des Moines police confirmed to KCCI they are investigating the case.
Only 5.3% of welders in the US are women. After years as a writing professor, I became one − here’s what I learned
From 2017 to 2022, the number of women in trades rose from about 241,000 to nearly 354,000. That’s an increase of about 47%. Even so, women still constitute just 5.3% of welders in the United States.