Readers tackle Des Moines-specific topics in letters published July 14-20, 2025: public schools and the fire department.

City leaders in Des Moines have initiated the construction of an Italian-American Culture Center, set to open in 2026, celebrating the contributions of Italian immigrants to Iowa.

Central Iowa residents woke up to tornado warnings Saturday morning. Find out how much rain fell and if more storms are on the way.

DES MOINES, Iowa — Before Ted Corrigan packed up his office for retirement after 35 years at Des Moines Water Works, he had to figure out what to do with the fire hydrants in his office.

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The reception will be held Friday, March 31, at Stoney Creek Inn, Moline. The bride is the daughter of Bill and Pam Miles, Moline, and Jim Chambers, Jacksonville, Fla.

After missing two weeks, Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White said she expects Caitlin Clark to make her return to the court on Wednesday.

Caitlin Clark and her Indiana Fever faced off the Atlanta Dream on Friday. See her full WNBA stat line here.

Del Rey and Dufrene got married in September 2024 at the same bayou Dufrene runs his swamp boat tours inn Des Allemandes, La. "This is where they first met.

Relatives and friends are invited to the 1 p.m. ceremony and reception afterward at Stoney Creek Inn. Megan graduated from Moline High School. Brice graduated from Rock Island High School.