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Mrs. Carole Lynn (Shoemaker) Ward born January 4, 1935, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa. Her vibrant spirit and deep love for her family and community left …

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Apr 9, 2025 · The Des Moines Police Department had asked for community assistance in locating a 14-year-old girl who was reported missing Wednesday afternoon.

3 days ago · Get ready for some more visitors. Des Moines cracked the top 15 on U.S. News and World Report's 26 best underrated travel destinations in 2025.

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May 30, 2025 · The Des Moines Police Department said a teenager who was reported missing last week has been found. The teen was reported to be missing from her home in the …