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DMACC Expands its Workforce Training Academy (WTA) Programs

By Press release submission | Nov 21, 2021

DMACC designates staff to help unemployed and underemployed Central Iowans qualify for free short-term training programs, as long as funding remains available.

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Parks Commission Meeting on December 6

By Press release submission | Nov 21, 2021

Due to COVID-19 the Parks Commission will meet via ZOOM.

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Last Scrub Event of 2021 to be held this Saturday

By Press release submission | Nov 21, 2021

From 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Saturday, this SCRUB event will provide residents one final opportunity to get rid of large, oversized items and bulk yard waste for free before the end of the year.

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No new teachers in Des Moines sign pledge on Nov. 20 to teach Critical Race Theory

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 21, 2021

There were no new teachers in Des Moines who signed the pledge on Nov. 20, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Iowa COVID-19 cases rise; hospitalizations increase for first time in weeks

By Emily Bevard | Nov 21, 2021

Iowa COVID-19 numbers are back on the rise as the state reported 9,067 new cases just last week.

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Des Moines Sun area weekly mass times

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 20, 2021

The following parishes in the Des Moines Sun coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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No new teachers in Des Moines sign pledge on Nov. 19 to teach Critical Race Theory

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 20, 2021

There were no new teachers in Des Moines who signed the pledge on Nov. 19, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Number of teachers pledging to teach Critical Race Theory in Des Moines stagnates at seven in week ending Nov. 20

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 20, 2021

There were no new teachers in Des Moines who signed the pledge in week ending Nov. 20, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Reynolds opposes vaccine mandate, citing ‘devastating’ impact on nursing homes

By Emily Bevard | Nov 20, 2021

Gov. Kim Reynolds signed onto three lawsuits challenging the COVID-19 workplace vaccination mandate of President Joe Biden's administration.

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No new teachers in Des Moines sign pledge on Nov. 18 to teach Critical Race Theory

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 19, 2021

There were no new teachers in Des Moines who signed the pledge on Nov. 18, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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'Vulnerable older Iowans' need care, Gov. declares as COVID-19 cases increase in nursing homes

By Emily Bevard | Nov 19, 2021

COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Iowa nursing homes as facilities report a 26% increase in outbreaks from Nov. 2 to Nov. 12.

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2627 Dean Ave., Des Moines acquired by Holt Sales & Service LLC

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 19, 2021

On Nov. 19, Holt Sales & Service LLC purchased a two bedroom, one bathroom home at 2627 Dean Ave., Des Moines from Guidner Properties LLC for $140,000.

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No new teachers in Des Moines sign pledge on Nov. 17 to teach Critical Race Theory

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 18, 2021

There were no new teachers in Des Moines who signed the pledge on Nov. 17, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Iowa beats Minnesota 27-22 to retain Floyd of Rosedale Trophy

By Bob Martin | Nov 18, 2021

The Floyd of Rosedale Trophy is staying another year in Iowa after the Hawkeyes beat Minnesota 27-22 for the seventh consecutive time at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.

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No new teachers in Des Moines sign pledge on Nov. 16 to teach Critical Race Theory

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 18, 2021

There were no new teachers in Des Moines who signed the pledge on Nov. 16, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Brandon T. and Kailey Reynolds unload 1415 11th St., Des Moines

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 18, 2021

On Nov. 18, Bleys Harlan and Kent Wesley Simmonds purchased a three bedroom, one bathroom home at 1415 11th St., Des Moines from Brandon T. and Kailey Reynolds for $140,000.

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No new teachers in Des Moines sign pledge on Nov. 15 to teach Critical Race Theory

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 17, 2021

There were no new teachers in Des Moines who signed the pledge on Nov. 15, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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No new teachers in Des Moines sign pledge on Nov. 14 to teach Critical Race Theory

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 16, 2021

There were no new teachers in Des Moines who signed the pledge on Nov. 14, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Home sales during November 7-13, 2021 in Polk County

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 16, 2021

According to BlockShopper.com, there were 183 reported residential sales in Polk County for the week of November 7-13, 2021.

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Weekly recap, November 7-13, 2021 home sales in Des Moines

By Des Moines Sun | Nov 16, 2021

According to BlockShopper.com, there were 90 reported residential sales in Des Moines for the week of November 7-13, 2021.