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News from February 2022

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Number of teachers pledging to teach Critical Race Theory in Des Moines stagnates at zero in week ending Feb. 5

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 10, 2022

There were no new teachers in Des Moines who signed the pledge in week ending Feb. 5, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Gov. Reynolds discusses historic tax reform bill at LBS

By Press release submission | Feb 9, 2022

During her 2022 Condition of the State, Gov. Kim Reynolds introduced a sweeping tax reform proposal that will benefit every taxpayer in Iowa.

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Connecting Statewide Leaders - Council Bluffs on March 3, 2022

By Press release submission | Feb 9, 2022

Connecting Statewide Leaders - Council Bluffs

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No new teachers in Des Moines sign pledge on Feb. 7 to teach Critical Race Theory

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 9, 2022

There were no new teachers in Des Moines who signed the pledge on Feb. 7, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Seven new teachers in Des Moines pledge to teach controversial Critical Race Theory on Feb. 6

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 8, 2022

Critical Race Theory will be taught by seven more teachers in Des Moines, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Seven teachers in Des Moines pledge to teach controversial Critical Race Theory by Feb. 6

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 8, 2022

Critical Race Theory will be taught by seven teachers in Des Moines who’ve signed an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project by Feb. 6.

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Storytelling Project: Northside Community Recreation Center

By Press release submission | Feb 8, 2022

The City of Des Moines is pleased to announce The Storytelling Project – a dynamic digital initiative in conjunction with the proposed North Side Community Recreation Center.

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Geri-Fit Strength Training Workout on February 21

By Press release submission | Feb 8, 2022

Geri-Fit Strength Training Workout

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January 2022: Home prices in Des Moines increased

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 7, 2022

The median sale price of a home sold in January 2022 in Des Moines rose by $17,500 while total sales increased by 3.1%.

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Nathan L. Smock sells 3010 S.E. 20th St. 6, Des Moines

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 7, 2022

On Feb. 7, Nathan L. Smock sold their home at 3010 S.E. 20th St. 6, Des Moines to Two Gray Dogs LLC for $220,000.

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Winners of Social Impact Awards for Research and Outreach Unveiled by Drake’s College of Business and Public Administration

By Press release submission | Feb 7, 2022

The first winners of the CBPA Social Impact Research and Outreach Awards were announced today by Drake University’s College of Business and Public Administration.

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Youth Policy Institute of Iowa Partners with DMACC to Increase Financial Education

By Press release submission | Feb 7, 2022

A new partnership between Youth Policy Institute of Iowa (YPII) and Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) will mean greater financial success for many Iowa youth who have been in foster care.

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'Not allowed to be one of them': Sheumaker doesn't feel welcome on Des Moines City Council

By Zachary Richter | Feb 5, 2022

Indira Sheumaker states she feels she's not welcome by other members of the Des Moines City Council.

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Market upheaval: Less worrying and more normal than you think

By Press release submission | Feb 5, 2022

January marked the worst start to the year for the S&P 500 since the Global Financial Crisis, as investors responded to the United States Federal Reserve's (Fed) tightening plans.

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RFP for Mowing and Turf Care of City Property

By Press release submission | Feb 5, 2022

2021 was the last year of the City's current mowing and turf care contract.

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Full Moon Snowshoe Hike on February 16

By Press release submission | Feb 5, 2022

Take a walk with us through the park on a set of snowshoes and enjoy Grandview Park on a full moon winter evening.

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Black History Month events

By Press release submission | Feb 5, 2022

Black History Month is a time to celebrate and acknowledge the achievements of Black Americans, Black culture, and renew our resilience and solidarity in the face of current challenges.

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Energy shock: U.S. less vulnerable than Europe

By Press release submission | Feb 5, 2022

Geopolitical tensions in eastern Europe have ratcheted up during the past few weeks, and a global oil standoff is in the crosshairs.

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New DMACC Degree Set to Prepare the Next Generation of Firefighters

By Press release submission | Feb 5, 2022

DMACC Emergency Response AAS degree combines certifications in firefighting and paramedic.

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No new teachers in Des Moines sign pledge on Feb. 3 to teach Critical Race Theory

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 5, 2022

There were no new teachers in Des Moines who signed the pledge on Feb. 3, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.