Dec 18, 2025 · A regional hub for business in the Midwest, Des Moines is also the capital and largest city in Iowa. It is the corporate home for some of the largest insurance companies in the country and …

Dec 18, 2025 · Origin story: Des Moines was named after the Des Moines River in Iowa, which was named by early French explorers. As one local outlines, most newcomers are thrown off by the "s" at …

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Aug 15, 2017 · A picture of Mitchell Miner, 15, of Williamsburg, Iowa, dozing with his heifer, Audri, has gotten widespread internet attention since his dad posted it on Facebook from the Iowa State Fair.

Nov 15, 2021 · A prestigious ranch home that’s on the real estate market in Des Moines, Iowa for $1.4 million has people talking thanks to a unique feature — its front double doors.

Sep 29, 2025 · The Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the shooting. It’s unclear if anyone was arrested or charged.

Apr 26, 2023 · Honeywell will acquire a Des Moines, Iowa-based oil and gas compressor company for $670 million, the Charlotte-based electronics manufacturing giant announced Wednesday.

Jun 16, 2024 · Ryan Blaney is likely returning to the NASCAR playoffs. The reigning Cup Series champion led the most laps and held off the field to win the Iowa Corn 350 on Sunday in Newton, Iowa.

Jan 28, 2016 · At the stately Iowa Events Center, seven of Trump’s rivals debated before a well-heeled, politely applauding audience of Republican stalwarts, with Cruz, the senator from Texas, the chief …

Oct 16, 2017 · A man in Iowa sang the traditional Christmas song “Jingle Bells” for neighbors through a bullhorn. Police charged him with a public disturbance.