Des Moines, IA news on Saturday, October 24, 2026

In Des Moines, IA on Saturday, October 24, 2026: America's Harvest Festival today at Iowa Capitol, Iowa State plays Arizona. Also: National Prescription Drug Take Back Day today: dispose of unused medications safely at participating locations across Iowa; Historic Butler Mansion in Des Moines now open as Italian American Cultural Center. Weather: Warm and partly cloudy today, 55–67°F with light winds.

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America's Harvest Festival celebrates Iowa 250 today at Iowa Capitol with agriculture exhibits and country bands.WHO13.com · Oct 24, 1:34 PM

Traffic & transport

Iowa DOT adds more overnight ramp closures on I-235 in West Des Moines; check updates before travel.The Des Moines Register · Oct 23, 3:12 PM

Business & new openings

Sleepy Hollow in Des Moines breaks ground on $18 million renovation project.KCCI · Oct 23, 10:25 AM

Shopping & deals

Des Moines metro trick-or-treat 2026 schedule available; plan Halloween activities this weekend.The Des Moines Register · Oct 23, 6:17 AM

Schools & kids

Iowa high school football Round of 16 playoff matchups released; week 9 scores already complete.The Des Moines Register · Oct 24, 11:20 AM

Sports

Iowa State football plays Arizona today; backup quarterback Connor Moberly started second half.The Des Moines Register · Oct 24, 8:45 PM

Culture & arts

Historic Butler Mansion in Des Moines now open as Italian American Cultural Center.KCCI · Oct 23, 6:35 PM

Community & volunteering

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day today: dispose of unused medications safely at participating locations across Iowa.WHO13.com · Oct 23, 4:19 PM

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