🌱 Man Who Skipped Trial Back In Custody + SNAP Benefit Changes

Hey, Des Moines! It's Tuesday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on in town today.

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First, today's weather:

Breezy with low clouds. High: 54 Low: 49.

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Here are the top three stories in Des Moines today:

1. State treasurer Michael Fitzgerald is encouraging families to utilize the College Savings Iowa program. The program is designed to help families and friends save for future education expenses. Early saving can make higher education more affordable for Des Moines families. Contributions to the program are tax-deductible. (1380 KCIM)
2. A 30-year-old Iowa man, Quntonio Herron, is back in custody after failing to appear at his vehicular homicide trial. In addition to the original charges of vehicular homicide, serious injury by vehicle, and leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death, he has additional charges including assault, theft, public intoxication, and providing false identification. (KCCI Des Moines)
3. Iowa food banks and pantries are getting ready for changes in SNAP benefits coming in April. With emergency pandemic funding ending, many people in Des Moines and statewide will see a reduction in their monthly SNAP benefits. Food banks and pantries are preparing to assist those who are in need of food due to the changes. (KCCI Des Moines)

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Today in Des Moines:

• Toddler Time At Pleasant Hill Public Library (10:30 AM)
• Tuesday Book Discussion Group At Pleasant Hill Public Library (11:00 AM)
• Family Storytime At Urbandale Public Library (6:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Des Moines police are promoting safe driving on the streets. There will be mobile radar units monitoring drivers' speeds, and the locations have been shared. (Facebook)
• Shower and storm chances increase today, Mar. 29, according to the National Weather Service. While the threat of severe storms is low, there is a chance of thunderstorms with gusty winds and hail. (Facebook)
• Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird will be performed at the Des Moines Civic Center. The show will run from Aug. 23-28, and tickets can be purchased online. (Facebook)

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— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.