Des Moines
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The 4 best coffee shops in Des Moines, according to Reddit
These must-try coffee spots that will satisfy your caffeine cravings.
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11 charter schools get grants from COVID relief fund
With federal dollars allowed for supporting students impacted by the pandemic, Gov. Kim Reynolds named the 11 charter schools that will receive the nearly $4 million.
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The 7 top spots for sandwiches in Des Moines, according to local foodies
Local foodies helped us curate a list of the best spots for sandwiches in Des Moines, Iowa.
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Why this Iowa Millennial is hopeful for the 2024 election
Alicia Korenini’s immediate reaction to President Biden dropping out of the race was confusion and worry—but soon after, the Iowa Millennial began feeling a sense of hope that had been lost for a long time. For Korenini, 36, of Des Moines, voting isn’t a choice. She has voted in every election since she was 18…
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This Gen-Z Iowan is voting to save lives from gun violence
Ingrid Alg-Liening is voting because she has watched her family, friends, classmates, and many Americans fall victim to gun violence throughout her life. As a first-time voter who has spent years advocating for gun violence prevention efforts, she is more than ready to head to the polls in November. Alg-Liening is the Executive Director of…
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Bobcat sightings in West Des Moines—what to know & how to stay safe
With numerous bobcat sightings reported in West Des Moines, Iowans need to know what to do if they ever encounter one. Here are some tips.
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The best fried chicken in Des Moines, according to our readers
Are you a fried chicken fanatic looking for the best fried chicken joints in Des Moines? Well, look no further!
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More than memes: Gen Z Iowa voter says she’s ‘ready to see change’
Ever since Vice President Kamala Harris assumed the role of Democratic nominee for president, one Gen Z Iowa voter says she feels more hope than ever ahead of the November election. Viral trends on social media, including posts themed “Brat summer,” the new Charlie XCX album the Harris campaign took inspiration from, and “Kamalanomenon,” a…
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20-foot inflatable IUD in Iowa draws attention to attacks on birth control
An inflatable IUD that has toured the country and been mentioned by ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’ and ‘Late Night with Seth Meyers’ stopped in Cedar Rapids and Des Moines this week.
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The 4 best BBQ joints in the Des Moines metro, according to readers
From tender smoked beef and pork to mouth-watering sauces, the best BBQ joints in Des Moines offer a little slice of Midwest meat perfection.
