Welcome to the Friday mailbag where you will find some of the comments, questions and ideas sent recently by readers of this newsletter or our publications. They are edited for space and clarity.
“Hi, Shane. You hit my button today (Differences and similarities, Oct. 1, 2024)! Pride — the greatest of all sins — is what divides us. Individuals with their own agendas can seldom ascend to a common goal, and it is in working for a common goal that we achieve something that lasts. One has to set aside personal ambition, personal goals and personal opinions and subject himself or herself by agreeing to unify with others in a greater, common goal. This is not new. Americans berate the country over a lack of unity, which is hilarious actually, only proving we don't know ourselves as people. The entirety of human history is one of conflict, whether in great military wars or in everyday battles over labor, housing, transportation, raw materials or water. The Bible puts this recipe for disaster this way: ‘Every man did what was right in his own eyes.’ It is why there had to be a savior, and it is why he calls people to unify with him, a call that even most people who call themselves Christians cannot abide by — because of their own pride.” - Brad
Amen. - Shane
“Here’s another telephone-centric song: ‘Operator’ by Manhattan Transfer (Telephone songs, Oct. 2, 2024).” - John
Should certainly be on the list. Thank you, John. - Shane
“Hey, Captain Obvious. You missed Stevie Wonder, ‘I Just Called to Say I Love You.’ (Telephone songs, Oct. 2, 2024)” - Irving
Definitely a classic telephone song. Thank you. - Shane
“How about ‘Kiss Me Thru The Phone’ by Soulja Boy (Telephone songs, Oct. 2, 2024)?” - Jimmy
How about not? - Shane
“Hey, Shane. First song that came to mind 'Pennsylvania 6-5000.' It is very much a part of southwest Iowa culture with the Glenn Miller Festival held each June in Clarinda (Telephone songs, Oct. 2, 2024). That song even has its own Wikipedia page. Check out its history.” - Diane
Thanks, Diane. For those who don’t want to follow the link, the telephone number for Hotel Pennsylvania's Cafe Rouge in New York City was Pennsylvania 6-5000. This inspired the Glenn Miller 1940 Top 5 hit of the same name, which had a 12-week chart run. - Shane
Have a fantastic Friday, and thanks for reading.
Shane Goodman President and Publisher
Big Green Umbrella Media
shane@dmcityview.com
515-953-4822, ext. 305
www.thedailyumbrella.com
See Shane Goodman's other columns here. |
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Clear Mortgage meteorology
A very small chance of early morning rain showers. Otherwise look for a hot Saturday and continued warm and dry conditions in your forecast.
For help with pre-approvals or refinancing, get in touch with Originating Branch Manager Carrie Hansen at carrie.mortgage. |
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| Pick up your October CITYVIEW magazine, available on racks across the metro. | | | FEATURE STORY
Fast. Relentless. Disciplined.
By Cyote Williams
The Iowa Wild ended last season with a 27-37 record and 62 points, second to last in the Central Division, and missed out on the playoffs. This was the first season under head coach Brett McLean, who took over for longtime Wild coach Tim Army. The 62-point season and missed playoff berth is a setback from the season before when the Wild had 76 points and earned a spot in the Calder Cup playoffs before bowing out in the first round.
The Wild showed how good they could be in the back half of the season. After the trade deadline in early March, the Wild went over .500.
“The guys really dug in and stuck to it and really trusted what we were saying, and we played our best hockey at the end of the season,” McLean said. | | | READ MORE |
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The 2024 results ...
CITYVIEW's Best Of Des Moines® | | | Best Local Running Event
1. IMT Des Moines Marathon
2. Dam to DSM
3. Drake Relays
Read all the 2024 results.
Cast your votes in the 2025 Best Of Des Moines Poll now! Open until Nov. 22. Results to be published in the February 2025 issue of CITYVIEW.
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| Featured home for sale | | |
$320,000 2108 Woodland Ave., West Des Moines, IA 50265
This classic West Des Moines brick ranch welcomes you in with an inviting front courtyard, perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The timeless brick exterior and spacious layout exudes charm and sophistication. Take a step inside to find an open floor plan with generous living spaces, perfect for entertaining or just relaxing.
See the listing here.
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| SOLD: Featured commercial real estate transaction | | | 808 S.W. CHERRY ST., ANKENY
SALE DATE: 2024-06-26
SALE PRICE: $3,415,000
SELLER: L3B PROPERTY LLC
BUYER: FULTON ANKENYIA LLC
ACRES: 3.028
SQUARE FEET: 32,320 |
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The Sinaloa Cartel has been using AIRBNB as stash houses for human trafficking operations in Texas border towns, particularly El Paso. The company said this was unintentional and beyond their control. Neighbors said they are crazy scared and want the houses disenfranchised as short term rentals. (Fox Business)
Martinique has joined New Caledonia in rioting over food inflation in the French colonies. Yes, France still has colonies! As Adam Smith said 300 years ago, it’s always the price of food. (WSJ)
Weekend Deals
• Fish Fry Friday night specials can be found at Machine Shed (11151 Hickman Road, Urbandale), Red Lobster (3838 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines) and Cracker Barrel (11701 University, Clive).
• Brenda Trang offers her fabulous Friday buffets every Friday at Vietnam Cafe - Merle Hay Mall Food Court, 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. - $16.95. Brenda is a civic treasure, and traffic is slow in the mall. This is a super deal.
• Bawarchi (6630 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines) has Friday - Sunday specials on paneer kebabs, chicken curry and goat curry.
• Mickey's in Yale (217 Main St., Yale) has hot beef sandwich lunches and all you can eat fish dinner specials today.
• Chicago Speakeasy (1520 Euclid Ave., Des Moines) offers BBQ beef and marinated roast beef sandwiches on special for Friday lunch.
• 801 Chophouse (801 Grand Ave., Des Moines) offers Sunday supper specials that deliver deep discounts on filet, prime rib and red king salmon dinners.
• Tito’s Lounge (3916 N.W. Urbandale Drive, Urbandale) now has brunch on Fridays.
• Court Avenue Brewing Company (309 Court Ave., Des Moines) hosts Saturday and Sunday breakfast buffets for $23.99.
• Friday night is paella time at Purveyor (505 E. Grand, Des Moines, officially, but really on E. Fifth), real Valenciana paella.
• Aldi stores are running a sale on lamb shanks - $5.99/pound through Tuesday.
• "Sunday supper" brings a chance to dine for about half the price of ordering on another day at 801 Chophouse (801 Grand Ave., Des Moines)
• Wendy's Fry Days means free fries Friday with a purchase.
• Fresh Thyme (2900 University Ave., West Des Moines) has a sale on swordfish and ahi steaks - $9.99/pound through Monday.
— Jim Duncan, jd91446@aol.com |
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| Featured in the current issue of Waukee Living magazine | | | Wauktoberfest returns to Triangle for third year
Enjoy German beer and food and live music while supporting the historical society.
By Jackie Wilson
Roll out the barrel. Waukee is set to have a barrel of fun this fall. Where’s the fun at? Waukee’s Wauktoberfest.
In its third year, Wauktoberfest, a German-style celebration, will be held Saturday, Oct. 5 at Waukee’s downtown Triangle. Festivities start at 3 p.m. and end at 9 p.m.
This year’s event features German beer, a variety of foods, including a German-style menu from presenting sponsor, Waukee Hy-Vee. Hot dogs and hamburgers will also be available. German beers available will be Shiner Oktoberfest and Hofbrau Original, plus other seltzers and non-alcoholic beverages. | | | READ MORE |
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FROM KCCI: Drake University confirms attempted abduction of student. DES MOINES, Iowa — A Drake University student was nearly abducted Wednesday night, the university confirms. In a letter to the campus community, Drake administration say earlier on Thursday, Drake Public Safety received a report of an attempted abduction of a student that happened overnight on the west edge of campus.....READ MORE
FROM WHO-TV: Des Moines woman charged with second-degree murder in mother’s death. DES MOINES, Iowa — A Des Moines woman was arrested on Thursday in connection to the death of her mother in June 2023. According to Des Moines Police, on June 14, 2023 at around 12:28 p.m. the police department and Des Moines Fire Department responded to a report of a cardiac arrest in the 5300 block of Urbandale Avenue. When first responders arrived on scene they found 70-year-old Nancy Glaza dead outside of the home. ... READ MORE
FROM WOI-DT Local 5: DOT: Hickman and I-35/80 interchange to be updated over next 4 years. The project comes following a traffic study which looked at the existing Hickman Road interchange and the I-35/80 corridor from University Avenue to Douglas Avenue.....READ MORE |
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MLB Oct. 3: Mets 4 Brewers 2, Mets win series 2-1.
NFL: Buccaneers 30 Falcons 36 (OT)
ESPN: Fan's spilled drink on Bengals' Chase Brown deemed an accident. ...READ MORE
SPORTS ILLUSTRATED: Padres Attempt to Prevent Dodgers Fans From Purchasing NLDS Tickets at Petco Park ... READ MORE
CBS Sports: Brewers' Willy Adames says he waited for Mets' Jesse Winker in parking lot after Wild Card Series spat ...READ MORE |
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1957: Sputnik launched. The Soviet Union inaugurates the “Space Age” with its launch of Sputnik, the world’s first artificial satellite, on October 4, 1957. The spacecraft, named Sputnik after the Russian word for “fellow traveler,” was launched at 10:29 p.m. Moscow time from the Tyuratam launch base in the Kazakh Republic..... READ MORE
1955: Brooklyn Dodgers win their first World Series ... READ MORE
Months before her death, Joplin had a gravestone placed on the unmarked grave of legendary Blues Singer Bessie Smith who was buried on this date in 1937 after dying in a car crash ... READ MORE
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| Birthdays and notables | | | Happy Birthday Jake Lewton!
These celebrities were born on this date: Noah Schnapp, Gwen Stefani, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Michele Morrone, Tommy Lee, Karolina Protsenko, Lil Tracy, Neve Campbell, CJ Stroud, Christian Coulson, Tessa Thompson, Kevin Richardson
SUBMIT: Send your birthday greetings and congratulatory notes to: tammy@iowalivingmagazines.com |
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The answer to yesterday's riddle:
What did Elton John say when he replaced his old jeans with new, designer ones? GOODBYE NORMAL JEANS! - Shane Goodman, Randy Lagerblade, Gail Tomlinson. Or, Blue Jean Baby! Brent Hoover.
Today's riddle:
What did the older gentleman ask the woman when he sat down beside her at the bar?
Have a guess? Email tammy@iowalivingmagazines.com |
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