🌱 Biden Comments On EHS Shooting + Tornado Cleanup Volunteers

Des Moines IA

09 March, 2022

3:35 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: Cold; a little afternoon snow. High: 26 Low: 15. Here are the top 3 stories today in Des Moines: President Joe Biden released a statement Tuesday regarding the shooting that took place at East High School in Des Moines on Monday. The president called the prevalence of gun violence in the nation "a stain on our national character and an urgent call to action." Six teenagers between the ages of 14 and 17 are now facing first-degree murder charges in connection with Monday's shooting. (KCRG)Polk County officials are sharing ways volunteers can help clean up their neighborhoods after the EF4 tornado that swept through the southeast side of the county on Saturday. The county also provided new information about how to prepare debris for pickup by the public works department. Those interested in volunteering for clean-up efforts or who would like to request volunteer cleanup for an affected area should call 515-323-5221. (Des Moines Register)Demi Lovato is scheduled to perform at the Iowa State Fair this August. The pop star, known for their performances in Disney Channel movies like "Camp Rock" and songs like "Sorry Not Sorry," will appear at the Grandstand at 8 p.m. on Aug. 14. Tickets go on sale tomorrow, Mar. 11, and will range from $35 to $65. (Des Moines Register) From our sponsor: Hey Des Moines, are you looking to buy a house, refinance or just explore your options? Check out the new Patch Mortgage Center for all your home financing needs! Today in Des Moines: Baby Bounce At Urbandale Public Library (9:00 AM) Family Storytime At Urbandale Public Library (10:45 AM) Public Art Committee Meeting At Urbandale City Hall (12:00 PM) From my notebook: Advocates pushing for more state aid for private schools crowded into the Iowa Capitol rotunda Tuesday afternoon as Governor Kim Reynolds' education bill faced its first test in the Iowa House. (Facebook) Des Moines Public Schools canceled classes for the remainder of the week, but access to meals and other activities will be available to students while class is dismissed until Mar. 23, following Spring Break. (Facebook) There's still plenty of time to skate! Brenton Skating Plaza will be open through Mar. 27, weather permitting. Book your reservation online today. (Instagram) 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 Thanks for following along and staying informed. 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.