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News from January 2022

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No new teachers in Urbandale sign pledge on Jan. 21 to teach Critical Race Theory

By West DSM News | Jan 23, 2022

There were no new teachers in Urbandale who signed the pledge on Jan. 21, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Number of teachers pledging to teach Critical Race Theory in West Des Moines stagnates at three

By West DSM News | Jan 23, 2022

There were no new teachers in West Des Moines who signed the pledge on Jan. 21, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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'You've worked hard all your life': Reynolds seeks to end income tax for people 55 and older

By John Kelly | Jan 22, 2022

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds is working to accomplish a major tax break for certain people in Iowa who she feels have earned the break, amongst other tax reforms.

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Iowa wrestler fulfilling promise, 'writing his own story'

By George Willis | Jan 22, 2022

Drake Ayala is one of the most decorated recruits ever for the Iowa wrestling program. Considered the No. 9 pound-for-pound prospect in the 2021 class, the Fort Dodge native was a three-time state champion.

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West Des Moines Police Conducting Death Investigation

By Press release submission | Jan 22, 2022

West Des Moines Police would like to emphasis they believe there is no ongoing threat to the public at this time.

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Seven Appointed to City Boards and Commissions

By Press release submission | Jan 22, 2022

Appointees will being their terms on Feb. 1, 2022.

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January Talk with Officials, Presented by Jon Smith with Iowa Realty on Jan 29

By Press release submission | Jan 22, 2022

January Talk with Officials, Presented by Jon Smith with Iowa Realty on Jan 29

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2022 Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet

By Press release submission | Jan 22, 2022

The Chamber will highlight the accomplishments of 2021, announce plans for 2022 and recognize the Member of the Year, Volunteer of the Year and Citizen of the Year.

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WDM Leads - Latino Trade Network Happy Hour on Jan 27

By Press release submission | Jan 22, 2022

Enjoy the opportunity to make new connections and learn more about the WDM Leads Latino Trade Network and how you can participate!

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City Staffing Up for Summertime

By Press release submission | Jan 22, 2022

In 2022, the City of Waukee will hire more seasonal staff members than ever before.

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Board of Adjustment Opening

By Press release submission | Jan 22, 2022

The City of Windsor Heights is seeking a volunteer to serve on the Board of Adjustment.

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Sojourner Truth’s "Ain’t I a Woman" on January 29

By Press release submission | Jan 22, 2022

Judge Romonda D. Belcher will be presenting Sojourner Truth’s "Ain’t I a Woman" speech which was originally given at the Women’s Convention in Akron, Ohio in 1851.

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Meet the City's New Building Inspectors

By Press release submission | Jan 22, 2022

The City of Waukee recently welcomed two new Building Inspectors, Jason Slycord and Mike Wright.

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Update: West Des Moines Police Conducting Death Investigation

By Press release submission | Jan 22, 2022

On Wednesday, January 19th, at 10:07am, Officers with the West Des Moines Police Department were dispatched to 1390 S. 100th Street to conduct a welfare check at the residence.

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2 new teachers in West Des Moines pledge to teach controversial Critical Race Theory in week ending Jan. 15

By West DSM News | Jan 22, 2022

Critical Race Theory will be taught by two more teachers in West Des Moines, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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West DSM News area weekly mass times

By West DSM News | Jan 22, 2022

The following parishes in the West DSM News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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No new teachers in Urbandale sign pledge on Jan. 20 to teach Critical Race Theory

By West DSM News | Jan 22, 2022

There were no new teachers in Urbandale who signed the pledge on Jan. 20, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Number of teachers pledging to teach Critical Race Theory in West Des Moines stagnates at three

By West DSM News | Jan 22, 2022

There were no new teachers in West Des Moines who signed the pledge on Jan. 20, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Two teachers in West Des Moines pledge to teach controversial Critical Race Theory by week ending Jan. 14

By West DSM News | Jan 22, 2022

Critical Race Theory will be taught by two teachers in West Des Moines who’ve signed an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project by the week ending Jan. 14.

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Number of teachers pledging to teach Critical Race Theory in West Des Moines stagnates at three

By West DSM News | Jan 21, 2022

There were no new teachers in West Des Moines who signed the pledge on Jan. 19, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.