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Budget Public Hearing Rescheduled for March 21

By Press release submission | Feb 21, 2022

The City of Des Moines today rescheduled a public hearing on the new budget for Monday, March 21 during the regular City Council meeting.

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

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 20, 2022

There were no new teachers in Des Moines who signed the pledge on Feb. 18, 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 week ending Feb. 11

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 19, 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 the week ending Feb. 11.

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Des Moines Sun area weekly mass times

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 19, 2022

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 Feb. 17 to teach Critical Race Theory

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 19, 2022

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

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DMACC Donates Computers to Afghan Refugees

By Press release submission | Feb 18, 2022

DMACC set to help these families connect to their new home and life in Iowa.

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Imagination Playschool at Pioneer Columbus on Feb 28

By Press release submission | Feb 18, 2022

Imagination Playschool at Pioneer Columbus

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Convention of States Iowa supporters rally behind their cause ahead of legislative push

By Art Benavidez | Feb 18, 2022

It seems the momentum for Article V Convention of States is gaining steam as supporters say that they have seen a rejuvenated enthusiasm for their cause as many have joined the organization to propose amendments limiting the federal government’s power.

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Susan Fitzsimmons and Jacob Carl Christensen acquire 5320 Grand Ave., Des Moines for $1.26M

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 18, 2022

The four bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home at 5320 Grand Ave., Des Moines was sold on Feb. 18 by Susan Fitzsimmons and Jacob Carl Christensen for $1,255,000. The buyers were Rajee C Harris and Rebecca Goldsmith.

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

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 18, 2022

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

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NFL Pro Jonathan Owens Picks 3-Carat Oval Diamond for Star Gymnast Simone Biles

By Press release submission | Feb 17, 2022

Olympic gymnast Simone Biles says she's "on cloud nine," "in complete shock" and "over the moon" since receiving her 3-carat oval-cut diamond engagement ring on Valentine's Day from Houston Texans free safety Jonathan Owens.

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CTE Conversation: What Do We Do with Student Evaluations on February 25

By Press release submission | Feb 17, 2022

CTE Conversation: What Do We Do with Student Evaluations?

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

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 17, 2022

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

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7 more Des Moines teachers sign Critical Race Theory pledge in week ending Feb. 12

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 17, 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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Evelyn K. Davis Center Partnership with GreenState Credit Union will Increase Multilingual Financial Education Services No media found

By Press release submission | Feb 16, 2022

DMACC’s Evelyn K. Davis Center (EKDC) and GreenState Credit Union have teamed up to provide multilingual financial education opportunities and services for refugee and immigrant communities in the Des Moines Metro area.

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After School Snowshoe Stomp on Feb 22

By Press release submission | Feb 16, 2022

Event Name: After School Snowshoe Stomp

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

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 16, 2022

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

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IEDA Board approves projects from four companies in Iowa

By Press release submission | Feb 15, 2022

Today, the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Board approved awards for four Iowa companies, which will assist in the creation of 131 jobs and result in $487 million in new capital investment for the state.

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Dream to Teach Students Visit School of Education

By Press release submission | Feb 15, 2022

Since its inception in 2014, the Dream to Teach program at Des Moines Public Schools (DMPS) has introduced minority students to a profession where minorities are largely underrepresented.

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Kai Chanthakham and Anita Lovan buy 5715 S.E. 24th Court, Des Moines

By Des Moines Sun | Feb 15, 2022

On Feb. 15, Jerrys Homes Inc. sold their home at 5715 S.E. 24th Court, Des Moines to Kai Chanthakham and Anita Lovan for $378,930.