Photo Gallery: Rec. Photos Jan. 16th

Hoyt literacy plan to add 1,800 books, reading programs

New library books and family reading programs are just a couple of additions being brought to Hoyt Middle School this winter in an effort to improve student literacy. More

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Des Moines Winter Games to include snowball softball tourney

As part of the 2009 Des Moines Winter Games, the Des Moines Park and Recreation Department will host the 15th annual men's slow-pitch softball Snowball Tournament on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1. More

DM spring softball registration open

Registration for Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department-sponsored spring girls' softball teams begins today and will continue through March 18. More

East High alumni group needs data

The East High School Alumni Association is seeking updated address information for a master mailing list of all past graduates, and information on class representatives from 1960 through 2007. To submit information, go to www.dmeasthigh.com. More