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Part of the new “Joy Walk” project in the skywalk includes cloud-inspired artwork on ...

admin 04/09/2025

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The Cardiff Giant was carved out of Iowa gypsum, buried in New York and ...

admin 04/02/2025

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Often working behind the scenes, Des Moines’ booster group helped shape the city.

admin 06/26/2018

New downtown development visions to rival past achievements.

admin 05/31/2018

Written by Dave Elbert Photos by Duane Tinkey The 104-year-old building across from Moulton ...

admin 10/26/2015

The Progress and the Promise Written by David Elbert Downtown Des Moines’ redevelopment began ...

admin 03/25/2013

Golf enthusiast David Elbert creates a fantasy course made up of Central Iowa’s most ...

admin 09/25/2012

With the hiring of six professional resident dancers, Ballet Des Moines springs into the ...

admin 07/24/2012