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News from May 2022

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The Ray Center at Drake University to acquire license for Josephson Exemplary Policing

By Press release submission | May 31, 2022

The Robert D. and Billie Ray Center at Drake University and The Joseph and Edna Josephson Institute of Ethics announced today that Drake University has acquired the exclusive global rights to the Josephson Exemplary Policing Initiative.

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Grace Car Show returns!

By Press release submission | May 31, 2022

Grace Car Show Returns!

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Two 100+ Carat Pear-Shaped Diamonds Share Top Billing at Sotheby's NY Auction

By Press release submission | May 30, 2022

Two pear-shaped diamonds larger than 100 carats — one D-flawless and the other fancy deep orange-brown — will headline Sotheby's Magnificent Jewels auction in New York on June 16.

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DMACC Adult Literacy Center Changes Lives; Volunteers Needed to Meet Demand for Center’s Services

By Press release submission | May 30, 2022

DMACC Adult Literacy Center Changes Lives; Volunteers Needed to Meet Demand for Center’s Services

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Des Moines Sun area weekly mass times

By Des Moines Sun | May 28, 2022

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

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LAST CHANCE: IIPAC Recognition at Taking Care of Business Conference

By Press release submission | May 27, 2022

Those who invest in ABI’s political action committee - IIPAC - are recognized annually at the Taking Care of Business Conference.

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Inaugural Drake Law School Adjunct Professor of the Year Award presented to Edmund J. Sease

By Press release submission | May 27, 2022

Drake University Law School is pleased to announce that Edmund J. Sease (LA’64, LW’67) received the inaugural Drake Law School Adjunct Professor of the Year.

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City of Polk City Council Meeting on June 13

By Press release submission | May 26, 2022

City of Polk City Council Meeting on June 13

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Open House: Historic Preservation Plan on June 02

By Press release submission | May 26, 2022

The first Preservation Plan for the City of Des Moines, written in 1995, laid the groundwork for a preservation program and recognizes the importance of historic resources, partnerships, and tools to protect historic areas of Des Moines.

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Child Care Grant - Upcoming Webinars

By Press release submission | May 25, 2022

As highlighted in last week’s ABI newsletter, Gov. Reynolds recently announced the state will be rolling out a $25 million Business Incentive Grant Program to target child care.

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City Schedule for Memorial Day

By Press release submission | May 25, 2022

In observation of the Memorial Day holiday, Des Moines City Administration Buildings will be closed on Monday, May 30 and reopen to the public on Tuesday, May 31.

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O'Donnell Ace Hardware to give away American flags

By Des Moines Sun | May 24, 2022

O'Donnell Ace Hardware will give away free American flags on Saturday, May 28 to honor the Memorial Day holiday.

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Gov. Reynolds announces $20M investment in nonprofits to serve Iowans in need

By Press release submission | May 24, 2022

Today Gov. Reynolds announced a $20 million investment to help nonprofit organizations in Iowa expand to meet the needs of more Iowans.

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Drake Law School announces 2022 Faculty Award winners

By Press release submission | May 24, 2022

Drake Law School recognized two outstanding faculty members for their contributions to the Law School’s teaching, scholarship, and research during the 2021-2022 academic year.Allan Vestal, Dwight D.

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Tiny Kingdom, Big Results: Lesotho Produces Another 200+ Carat Diamond

By Press release submission | May 23, 2022

Of the largest 50 rough diamonds ever discovered, seven have come from Lesotho, a tiny, landlocked kingdom at the southern tip of Africa.

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Spiller Named Associate Provost for Student Services at DMACC Urban Campus

By Press release submission | May 23, 2022

Spiller will continue to work for the DMACC Districtwide Enrollment Services/Student Success Team

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Des Moines Sun area weekly mass times

By Des Moines Sun | May 21, 2022

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

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Polk City Parks Commission Meeting on June 6

By Press release submission | May 20, 2022

The Parks Commission Meetings are held the first Monday of each month at the City Hall Council Chambers unless otherwise posted.

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Man Proposes With Still-Warm Ring After Firefighters Salvage It From Scorched Car

By Press release submission | May 20, 2022

Crews from the Williamson County Fire Rescue couldn't save a burning vehicle on Interstate 840 in Tennessee last week, but they were able to salvage a charred ring box hidden under a seat that contained a very special piece of jewelry.

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Des Moines Residents have one more chance to pick up free tiny tees

By Press release submission | May 19, 2022

A steady stream of cars filled the lot at Polk County River Place on Saturday as the City of Des Moines Public Works Department gave away thousands of free tiny trees to Des Moines residents.