🌱 Invest DSM Revitalization + DMPD Building Repairs Approved

Des Moines IA

22 February, 2022

8:24 PM

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Hello again, Des Moines! Important update: You all, as readers, have made the Des Moines Daily so successful that it is my honor to announce the next stage of the newsletter. Patch is looking for a local writer and entrepreneur to take the helm of the Des Moines Daily. Although I have loved getting to know this community, we want to pass the torch to someone truly local to write about Des Moines long term. So if you're interested in earning extra income while making this newsletter a more valuable resource for your neighbors, learn more and apply here. First, today's weather: Some sun, then clouds; cold. High: 18 Low: 7. Here are the top three stories in Des Moines today: A neighborhood revitalization pilot program will be extended by another five years city and county officials believe it's working. The pilot program, Invest DSM, was created by Des Moines and Polk County and was designed to address neighborhood decline. The goal is to invest in areas that show early signs of distress before there is widespread slum and blight. The city and county's initial three-year commitments end July 31. (Axios)The City Council has approved repairs to the Des Moines Police Department building exterior due to safety concerns. Des Moines City Council members unanimously approved putting the project out for bid with a budget of $250,000 dollars. According to city architect Ann Sobiech Munson, the repairs are far from cosmetic and are needed to ensure the safety of residents. (Local 5 - weareiowa.com)Adventureland Park in Altoona, just a 20-minute commute from Des Moines, has announced a major wage increase as it looks to hire 1,000 people. The park's new ownership made the announcement on Tuesday, Feb. 22, stating employee wages may raise as much as $4.50 per hour when compared to 2021 wages. (KCCI Des Moines) From our sponsor: Today's Des Moines Daily is brought to you in part by our friends at GoodRx — the best way to save money on your prescriptions. GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies, so you're not overpaying. Works for pet medications too! To see how much you can save, go to GoodRx.com. Today in Des Moines: Family Storytime (Registration Required) At West Des Moines Public Library (9:30 AM)Des Moines Meetup for Special Needs Parents At The Twisted Bean (11:30 AM)Beach House - Once Twice Melody Tour At Val Air Ballroom (7:30 PM) From my notebook: According to the Des Moines Register, Steven McFadden, an owner of the Grumpy Goat and Tipsy Crow taverns in Des Moines, has pleaded guilty to charges that he beat and injured an ex-girlfriend and received a deferred judgment. (Facebook) Des Moines Playhouse will be announcing the lineup for its 104th season at 6:15 p.m. on Monday, Mar. 7, live on Facebook and YouTube. Mark your calendars and tune in to learn what's coming up for the 2022-2023 season! (Facebook)Find your new best friend at a Des Moines-area animal shelter! Check out Patch's list of new local pets up for adoption. (Des Moines Patch) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Learn How To Reduce Your Risk For Heart Disease During American Heart Month (February 28) Add your event Loving the Des Moines Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday off right. I'll see you soon! — Sean Peek About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.