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Parents required to re-register DMPS students for online, hybrid learning
If parents do not re-register their kids will be assigned to whatever plan they chose over the summer. → Read More
Iowa Restaurant Association says the industry has lost $1 billion this year
Jessica Dunker said the people in the industry are repeating the well-known phrase "winter is coming." That's because patio season is a major source of income for many of these establishments already on the brink of going under. → Read More
US Surgeon General has message for college students ahead of holiday weekend
U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams said while it's easy to blame the decision makers, people have to take personal responsibility for controlling the spread and keeping the economy open. → Read More
US Surgeon General agrees with Reynolds on not issuing state mask mandate
U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams said it is very difficult to enforce a mandate and that education will be more effective. → Read More
Tension builds between Ankeny parents, school board over Return to Learn plan
In July, 2,000 people signed a petition calling on the school board to allow parents the option to send their children back to school full-time. But by vote of 4-3, the school board approved a 50-50 hybrid model with kids on an A and B schedule. → Read More
Aid available for Polk County residents facing eviction due to COVID-19
Polk County reports about 200 active eviction filings, with scheduled eviction hearings on the rise. → Read More
Flavor of the Fair: Livestock traditions take new form at fairgrounds
"The tradition and the history of the Iowa State Fair revolve around the agricultural part of the fair," said Gary Slater, CEO of the Iowa State Fair. → Read More
'Destruction everywhere': Marshall County picks up the pieces again after derecho
Sustained winds in Marshall County exceeded 100 mph Monday. Seven homes were destroyed. Elder said about 2,000 homes in Marshalltown alone were damaged. → Read More
Des Moines Farmers Market to open drive-thru market Saturday
Customers can come to the Iowa State Capitol complex parking to drive thru approximately 20 vendors. → Read More
Some Iowans worry about losing current $600 unemployment benefits
Congress has yet to agree on the next coronavirus relief package. Democrats want to extend the extra $600 unemployment in aid. Republicans want it to be $200 per week. → Read More
Task force meets to discuss decriminalization of marijuana
The process to decriminalize marijuana in Des Moines started Thursday night. → Read More
Iowa mother starts petition against school district's return to class plan
The single mom of two says that the school should have an option for 100% online learning and an option for kids to be in class 5 days a week. → Read More
Organization of teachers calls for Hy-Vee to require customers to wear masks
The group's co-founder said safe plans to return to school starts in the community and includes business leaders who should "step up and be a role model." → Read More
Mother of twin special needs students worries about DMPS Return to Learn plan
This mother said virtual learning is much tougher for her twin 7-year-olds. → Read More
Des Moines BLM members banned from Statehouse
In a news release, Des Moines Black Lives matter said it attempted to de-arrest other members of the group after they were taken into custody by authorities. → Read More
East Village shops offer Roll and Stroll event for a safe shopping experience
The Historic East Village Neighborhood Association has paid off the meters so people can roll right up to curbside service during the Roll and Stroll event. → Read More
City of Urbandale holds forum to listen to citizens of color's stories
Mayor Bob Andewig said the city has created a website to follow up on Thursday's session. There will be a summary on what was talk about and answers to people's questions. → Read More
More than 100 small businesses to split $2.3 million in new DSM grant program
More than 100 small businesses are set to split $2.3 million thanks to the Des Moines Small Business Recovery Grant program. → Read More
Bridging the Gap DSM to help disadvantaged groups in Des Moines
In the past year, the program banned housing discrimination based on a person's source of income and put new cultural competency training in place. → Read More
New wave of stimulus payments are coming in pre-paid Visa debit cards
The Iowa Attorney General's Office warns some scammers will take advantage of this new method. → Read More