One of my faithful readers snuck across the barriers keeping Grey’s Lake closed to the public and took these great pictures. And yes, that jet ski was on Grey’s Lake (and yes, dude would have been headed to jail had he been caught)
This expedition ended early I was told, cops found out and sent em [...]
No, I’m not referring to turning on the tv and watching the I-Cubs in action. Seems as if some folks want you to be able to watch the I-Cubs all summer long from your couch.
Des Moines Register Link
Part of me loves this idea, however, part of me thinks it’s crazy. I’d rather enjoy a great [...]
Written by, and featuring Jo Hill!
I have lived downtown for almost two years and plan to remain downtown as long as possible. I live at Ligutti Tower.
I had worked as a volunteer at Ysleta Lutheran Mission in El Paso, and planned to stay there much longer. But when my youngest grandchild was born I felt it [...]
Way back when the weather was nice a great annual event was held at Nollen Plaza. And in honor of the Drake Relays I have held off until today to post these great pictures!
Have you seen? It’s located on Fleur Drive between MLK and Bell Ave! Hahahahaha!
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As you’ve noticed I am sure I’ve tried to give examples of places that you can live in downtown Des Moines. I haven’t been through every building yet, but I have been through quite a few of them.
I have been getting many of the same questions emailed to me, what places are like, how much [...]
I finally made my way over to inPlay last week, and had a chance to meet with the General Manager, Michael Stessman.
I was really surprised by what I found at inPlay, which stands for indoor play. (for those of you wondering why the name was written that way!) Not only do they have a great [...]
The Gateway Market is now open–have you been, what did you think?
I’ve had the opportunity to sit down with Jake Christensen twice now, he’s with Nelson Construction and more importantly for this story, Nelson Development. He is also a soon to be downtown resident, he’s moving his family into 418 Liberty (yes, his building) very soon.
This time Jake gave me a great teaser to give to [...]
This week the Des Moines Register shares another great example of living downtown–this week in the East Village. Follow the link to see every story they’ve covered as well!
Downtown Living Link
