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After the Dew Tour, what's next for Lauridsen Skatepark in downtown Des Moines?
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What's next for Lauridsen Skatepark after the Dew Tour?
Local 5's Ryan Scott talks to leaders in the skating community about what skaters can expect next at Lauridsen Skatepark.
Education
Johnston Parents for Equity and Anti-Racism walk, discuss how to further inclusion within the district
Around a dozen parents met at Summit Middle School to discuss plans for expanding J-PEAR into the community.
Community
The history behind the holiday: 15 things you may not know about Juneteenth
One theory on why Texas slaves didn't learn they were free until 1865, was that the messenger sent to deliver the news was murdered.
Community
$15,000 reward announced in search for 11-year-old Xavior Harrelson
The sheriff’s office said the money would be paid out for “information which leads to resolution of this case.”
Community
Following the death of George Floyd, this faith-based Des Moines group has protested weekly for community change
Faith members from different denominations lead a vigil Monday-Friday next to DMPD headquarters calling for them to be transparent and spreading the message of BLM.
Animals
Black bear spotting in Iowa: How to avoid unwanted visitors
The bear was seen in Dubuque County, about 80 miles north of the Quad Cities.
Money
Marshalltown offers $10,000 incentive to home builders in hopes of increasing population
The incentive is for new housing construction with permits issued after June 1, 2021.
Local News
Swim school says fewer kids took swim lessons during pandemic, worry about potential drownings this summer
Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury deaths among young kids according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
History
60 Seconds of Pride: Celebrating LGBTQ+ history in Iowa
June is LGBTQ+ Pride month, and Local 5 is remembering key moments in the state's LGBTQ+ history.
Community
Nonprofit bringing more resources for the homeless to the metro
Joppa will open a Homeless Resource Center this summer. It will give homeless people a place to eat, somewhere to use the bathroom and connect them with resources.
Environment
Oh, deer! Fort Dodge residents asked to report deer sightings to city text line
After getting an estimated "snapshot" of the urban deer population, the city plans to decide how they need to manage it, if at all.
News
What's next for Lauridsen Skatepark after the Dew Tour?
Local 5's Ryan Scott talks to leaders in the skating community about what skaters can expect next at Lauridsen Skatepark.
Education
Johnston Parents for Equity and Anti-Racism walk, discuss how to further inclusion within the district
Around a dozen parents met at Summit Middle School to discuss plans for expanding J-PEAR into the community.
Community
The history behind the holiday: 15 things you may not know about Juneteenth
One theory on why Texas slaves didn't learn they were free until 1865, was that the messenger sent to deliver the news was murdered.
Community
$15,000 reward announced in search for 11-year-old Xavior Harrelson
The sheriff’s office said the money would be paid out for “information which leads to resolution of this case.”
Community
Following the death of George Floyd, this faith-based Des Moines group has protested weekly for community change
Faith members from different denominations lead a vigil Monday-Friday next to DMPD headquarters calling for them to be transparent and spreading the message of BLM.
Animals
Black bear spotting in Iowa: How to avoid unwanted visitors
The bear was seen in Dubuque County, about 80 miles north of the Quad Cities.
Money
Marshalltown offers $10,000 incentive to home builders in hopes of increasing population
The incentive is for new housing construction with permits issued after June 1, 2021.
Local News
Swim school says fewer kids took swim lessons during pandemic, worry about potential drownings this summer
Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury deaths among young kids according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
History
60 Seconds of Pride: Celebrating LGBTQ+ history in Iowa
June is LGBTQ+ Pride month, and Local 5 is remembering key moments in the state's LGBTQ+ history.
Community
Nonprofit bringing more resources for the homeless to the metro
Joppa will open a Homeless Resource Center this summer. It will give homeless people a place to eat, somewhere to use the bathroom and connect them with resources.
Environment
Oh, deer! Fort Dodge residents asked to report deer sightings to city text line
After getting an estimated "snapshot" of the urban deer population, the city plans to decide how they need to manage it, if at all.
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