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SD Student Describes Chaos at National Debate Meet

Evacuations · Des Moines

SD Student Describes Chaos at National Debate Meet

100% Center coverage: 10 sources

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Lincoln High School student Jackson Klawonn was watching his last speech and debate tournament as a senior in Des Moines when someone rushed the stage, leading to mass panic. High schoolers from across the country were in Iowa on Thursday for the National Speech and Debate Tournament. Shortly before 3 p.m., someone rushed onto the stage, made a threatening joke and gesture, causing students to panic and flee the conve…See the Story

Moehl Millwork Showcases Glenview Doors in 8,000 sq ft Showroom

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Moehl Millwork Showcases Glenview Doors in 8,000 sq ft Showroom

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/PRNewswire/ -- Moehl Millwork introduces Glenview entry doors designed to enhance the curb appeal and energy efficiency of homes and beautiful interior doors...See the Story

US Measles Count Now Tops 1,200 Cases as New State Announces an Outbreak

Measles Outbreak · Des Moines

US Measles Count Now Tops 1,200 Cases as New State Announces an Outbreak

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The U.S. logged fewer than 20 measles cases this week, though Iowa announced the state's first outbreak Thursday and Georgia confirmed its second Wednesday.See the Story

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No trippin': Gov. Kim Reynolds vetoes Iowa 'magic mushroom' psychedelic therapy bill

D.C. Dispatch: What Iowa senators are saying about Israel-Iran conflict

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Sens. Chuck Grassley and Joni Ernst both made comments this week on the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. Also this week, Ernst said she began work with a new Defense Department official to combat military sexual assault, a clean energy jobs advocacy…Pete Hegseth · Des Moines See the Story

Central Iowa Water Officials Squash Rumors that Drinking Water Is Unsafe

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Treatment facilities continue to produce water safe for drinking. Rumors contrary to that are untrue, local water officials say.Des Moines, Iowa · Des Moines See the Story

Ohio Grain Report 6/17/25

Des Moines, IowaJune 17, 2025Report Supplied by USDA/AMSDes Moines, Iowa · Des Moines Read Article

Fight City Athletes Competing In Iowa

Four Fight City Muay Thai and Fitness athletes are showcasing their talent at the TBA Classic Muay Thai World Championships in Des Moines, Iowa, this weekend. Emily Beach, Phill Beach, Hazel Allen-Kerr, and Michelle Dustan have been accompanied by head coach Chuck Morgan at the largest Muay Thai tournament in North America. The event runs […]Des Moines, Iowa · Des Moines Read Article

President Donald Trump announces speech at Iowa State Fairgrounds

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President Donald Trump will return to Iowa next month to give a speech kicking off Fourth of July festivities, according to an email announcement.Donald Trump · Des Moines See the Story

WHO 13's Backpack Boost: Hygiene Edition collects essential items for DMPS students

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DES MOINES, Iowa -- WHO 13 Cares and the station teamed up with Vibrant Insurance and United Way of Central Iowa to collect hygiene products for local students. This is a part of the Nexstar station's Founder's Day of Caring. Friday was drop-off day for the Backpack Boost: Hygiene Edition drive at Kurtz Opportunity Center with Des Moines Public Schools. Volunteers carried in dozens of boxes of backpacks filled with essential items. "We are gra…Des Moines, Iowa · Des Moines Read Article

Dear Kiki: When Meat Loaf said he won't do 'that,' what was he referring to? - Little Village

Submit your question to Kiki, LV’s sex and relationship advice columnist. Questions may be edited for clarity and length, and may appear either in print or online. Flashback sequence! Recently, Kiki answered audience questions at Little Village’s inaugural Roast of Des Moines. The rapid-fire Q&A was a blast, but there was one question that deserved further ponderance. Kiki will address it for that steadfast follower here: When Meat Loaf said he …Des Moines, Iowa · Des Moines Read Article

Des Moines man sentenced to life in prison for 2024 murder

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A Des Moines man will now serve life in prison after killing Nikki Loffredo last summer.Des Moines, Iowa · Des Moines Read Article

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