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What"s Up Des Moines

Get to know Des Moines, its people, and what"s going on around the city. Rob Newton plans to keep the community informed by highlighting news, various events, and changes within the DSM Metro. Get ready for interviews, stories, and entertainment! Episodes drop Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays.

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15:50

A Bittersweet Announcement, Beaverdale Fall Festival,...

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2023/09/15

Des Moines News: Des Moines has a way to help remind you when to bring the blue bin to the curb. Learn Me. Mayalu Coffee is offering its unique version of a Pumpkin Spice latte The farmer’s market in Carlisle is making a move. The town says it’s moving the market across the street to the high school Saturday. People will get to buy produce and checkout the Carlisle Pickers & the Car Show from 9-3 PM. Waukee Public library is once again open on Sundays. Open from noon to 4PM. Events this Weekend

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10:41

Renaissance Faire, Spirit in the Gardens, Heatwave

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2023/09/01

Des Moines News: People in Polk County will have some help keeping cool for the five day heat wave. Learn more. Trash pickup in Des Moines next week will be delayed by one day because of Labor Day. Learn More. Some towns in the Des Moines area are trying to conserve water because of the summer heat. Altoona and Johnston have asked people to limit how much they water their lawns and gardens. But Des Moines Water Works is asking everyone to conserve water. DSM Parks And Rec has released the city’s

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30:13

Cedar Falls Ghost Tour Interview with Lauren...

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2023/08/30

Many people on social media are already looking forward to Fall. Pumpkin Spice Lattes have already returned and families will be apple picking at local orchards around Des Moines as early as this weekend. What about Halloween? Are you ready for local spooky events? People in love with ghost stories might want to take a trip just north of Des Moines this October. Lauren Riensche is the owner and tour guide of Cedar Falls Ghost Tours. Listen to today's interview for the creepy details. Follow Cedar

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08:48

Apple Picking, Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Cooler Weather

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2023/08/28

Des Moines News: Apple Picking begins! Center Grove Apple Orchard Wills Family Orchard Iowa Orchard Pumpkin Spice lattes have returned. Oh sure you can go to Caribou and Starbucks. But our local shops have delicious Autumn drinks waiting for you. For example, Blue Bean Coffee will be offering its PumpkinPATCH flight this Friday. Des Moines is hiring. The city is looking for an Enterprise Data Scientist and Engineer. Click Here for What’s Up DSM Stickers, shirts and other Swag!

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13:56

New Iowa State Fair Record, Class in Session, Beat...

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2023/08/23

The largest Fair since before the pandemic. More than 1.1 million people have attended this year’s Iowa State Fair. Making 2023 the second largest fair in its 169 years. The Des Moines Register says 1,133,938 enjoyed the state’s largest event. That’s over 15,000 fairgoers from 2022. 2019 still holds the record of most fairgoers at 1,170,375. Click Here for What’s Up DSM Stickers, shirts and other Swag! Des Moines News: The Excessive Heat Warning continues across the state. The National Weather

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08:30

The Corn Sweats, Heat Wave, Back to School

What"s Up Des Moines ·

2023/08/21

Des Moines News: Excessive Heat Warning for pretty much the entire state. The National Weather Service says the Des Moines area could feel temps over 100 degrees Wednesday and possibly Thursday. We should return to the mid 80s by Saturday. Back to School night for many Schools. Some businesses are helping teachers out: - Peace Tree in East Village is offering BOGO draft beers to any school staff member this week through Sunday. - Slow Down Coffee in Highland Park is giving teachers 10% off a drink

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16:11

More Pickleball Courts, Final Fair Weekend, School is...

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2023/08/18

Des Moines News: Help Des Moines plan a new accessible playground and sprayground for Gray's Lake Park! Learn More. A new DISPENSARY is coming soon at the Avenues of Ingersoll and Grand at 2817 Ingersoll College students or new college students have until August 31st to APPLY FOR THE IOWA LATINO HERITAGE FESTIVAL SCHOLARSHIP Dinks Pickleball is coming to Merle Hay Mall and it will have 13 pickleball courts… Blank Park Zoo is welcoming Ghee and Pickles, the mulefoot pigs to Kids Kingdom The

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18:12

Fair Food, Fair Shows, An Iowa State Fair Rundown

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2023/08/14

I'm back from vacation in time for the Iowa State Fair! So, lets talk about the highlights of the fair this week. Artists to see at the Iowa State Fair Grand Stand: The Black Keys Jeff Dunham: Still Not Canceled Tour Lindsey Stirling Maren Morris Ludacris The Chicks Jason Aldean Free Shows: Hairball Ned LeDoux Megan Moroney Ingrid Andress Claire Rosinkranz Asleep at the Wheel Country Gold - LeRoy Van Dyke, Mandy Barnett, David Frizzell CAIN New Fair Food to try

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19:02

New Dave & Busters, The National Balloon Classic ,...

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2023/07/28

Des Moines News: New Iowa PBS Documentary at five Fridley Theatres across the state on July 30 at 2 p.m. Grimes is hosting its first Oktoberfest at Heritage Park on October 1st. Sunflower exploring has begun. The DNR has some tips for you. Read More. New What’s Up DSM Stickers and T-Shirts. Check it out! Events this Weekend Warren County Fair 2023 Little Shop of Horrors at DSM Community Playhouse Over the Top: National Balloon Classic 2023 through August 5th CAP Theatre Summer Classic - The

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15:45

Cornbread Festival, Fleur Cinema Plans to Reopen,...

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2023/07/21

What's Up Des Moines July 21st, 2023 Des Moines News: RAGBRAI begins this weekend in Sioux City. Bicyclers will be riding through Des Moines Wednesday for Des Moines-Apoloza. The following businesses will be closed as riders pass through Ankeny due to limited or no access because of the RAGBRAI route: Prairie Ridge Aquatic Center Albaugh Family Senior Community Center Public Services Building - Deliveries may be made to City Hall. Please call the department directly or do business online.

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10:09

Demolition for New Skyscraper, Ankeny Farmers Market,...

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2023/07/14

Des Moines News: Walnut Street will be closed between 5th Street and 6th Avenue for a while in downtown Des Moines. Demolition has begun on the 38-year-old Kaleidoscope building. KCCI News says crews are tearing down the east half of the shuttered mall to make way for a $100 million housing skyscraper. The project will take several years and final plans to fund the project will come before the city council later this summer. Waukee has job openings for a Human Resources Specialist and Utility

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10:34

Talking to You From Mount Rushmore - 2024 Fiscal Year...

What"s Up Des Moines ·

2023/07/07

Des Moines News: DSM's 2024 fiscal year has begun. The city has posted its operating budget so you can see where all the funding is going. Click here to read. The Iowa State Fair is a little over a month away. The Fair says it's hiring now. Learn More. DSM has a job opening for a Land Surveyor. Learn More. Registration for DSM Schools is now open. Learn More. Events this Weekend Friday- Iowa Cubs v Saints Friday - IOWA BARNSTORMERS VS SIOUX FALLS STORM Friday - Sunset Paddle - Intro to Stand Up

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10:18

Unhealthy Air Quality, MacRae Park Ribbon Cutting, No...

What"s Up Des Moines ·

2023/06/28

Des Moines News: Air Quality Advisory For The State Of Iowa Through Wednesday. The National Weather Service says The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has issued an Air Quality Advisory for Iowa. The worst air quality is expected in about the eastern third of the state, where fine particulates will be at concentrations the EPA considers unhealthy. Learn More. Kids south of downtown Des Moines have a new play area at MacRae Park. The city has renovated many parts of the park at the corner of

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12:07

Des Moines Art Festival, Heritage Carousel 25th...

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2023/06/23

Des Moines News: The DSM Arts Festival is all weekend. Three days of celebrating the arts in downtown Des Moines. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Heritage Carousel at Union Park in DSM, a key attraction for adults and children alike! The nonprofit behind the carousel marks the anniversary with free rides and a party 4-8pm and will include 25 hours of totally free rides with the carousel open from 11am to 7pm. On Sunday, the carousel will have a big party from 4pm to 8pm with activities,

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09:16

Fathers Day Weekend, Exile Hacked, The Doobie Brothers

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2023/06/16

Des Moines News: Exile’s Facebook has been hacked. The brewing company made the announcement Thursday. Pleasant Hill is having a ribbon cutting for the new Doanes Park splash pad. The ribbon cutting is June 24th at 2:00 PM. 4900 Doanes Park Rd. Waukee's Independence Day Celebration is July 3rd at Centennial Park. Metronet is expanding across Altoona. See if it's in your neighborhood. Volunteers needed at Blank Park zoo for Up Cycle. DSM Parks and Rec says volunteers will assist in the

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Juneteenth, Iowa Cajun Festival, Still - The Michael...

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2023/06/12

Des Moines News: Cajun Fest is this weekend at Cowles Commons in Downtown Des Moines. Brook Run Park on the northeast side of DSM has a brand new playground for the kids. The city says it includes a We-Go-Round, Chill Spinner, Bucket Seat, and 3 new ground panels with puzzles. There is also new safety surfacing and ADA compliant sidewalk connection to Village Run Drive! See pictures. Backstage Volunteers are needed at the DSM PlayHouse. The Animal Rescue League is having a virtual Auction June

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10:03

WWE Smackdown, 2023 Miss Iowa Pageant, Pride Fest

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2023/06/09

Des Moines News: Volunteers are needed to help cleanup Lauridsen Skate Park on June 15. Learn more. Rookie of the Year Star Thomas Nicholas returns to Principal Park on Saturday, June 24 to throw the first pitch. Watch the video. Ashworth Pool in Des Moines is done with maintenance and open. The DSM Art Festival is June 23-25! It is at Western Gateway Park surrounding the famed Pappajohn Sculpture Park for 3 days of art, music, film, and entertainment. Free Admission!⠀ Events Coming Up this

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22:49

Des Moines Con, Greek Food Fair Festival, EMC...

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2023/06/02

Des Moines Con has returned for year two and this year it is even bigger! “Des Moines Con is a celebration of comics, toys, TV, film, art, cosplay, games, and all things nerdy!” Nerd Street President Ben Penrod talks about all the entertainment this weekend at the Iowa Events Center. Also, the great voice actors that made up everyone’s childhood since the 80’s. Des Moines News: Des Moines’ EMC Downtown Park on 701 Walnut Street is now open. Watch Video. Be part of the Waukee Independence Day

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Biergarten Open, RAGBRAI’s Headline Band, New Olive...

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2023/05/17

Des Moines News: The Summer Biergarten in Des Moines has returned for year two. Starting today every Wednesday to Sunday May-October, you can head east of the Lauridsen Amphitheater in Water Works Park. This year you can enjoy food, beverages, live music, and games. The new Olive Garden in south DSM on SE 14th Street is having a soft opening this weekend. It opens to the public Monday May 22nd. The Neal Smith Trail is closed from 6th Ave. to Birdland Marina. DSM Parks and Rec says the closure is

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20:22

Guardians of Animals Across the Galaxy, Firecracker...

What"s Up Des Moines ·

2023/05/10

Des Moines News: - Sign up for the FIrecracker 5K on Independence Day. - Registration is open to be part of the Altoona 4th of July Parade. Learn More. - Sister Hazel and the 502s will perform at the DSM Art Festival this June. Learn More. Also, The Des Moines Playhouse says the cast of Little Shop of Horrors will be on the Des Moines Arts Festival's Hy-Vee Mainstage June 24. - Carlisle’s Farmers Market will open with over 20 vendors on June 3rd. - Registration is open for art classes at Hoyt

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