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5 Points of Progress

County Sheriff News
Update Contact Phone Number For Scams

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has added an option to our phone tree number to include COVID-19 scams and other scams that our citizens in the community may be currently dealing with. We urge the community to call 515-286-3333 and then press 5 to speak with someone.

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9/28/2023

Guided Trail Rides (9:30am, 11am & 2pm)
Conservation Events
Guided Trail Rides (9:30am, 11am & 2pm)

Come saddle up and join us in the great outdoors for a scenic horseback trail ride!

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9/30/2023

A Day at Carney Marsh
Conservation News
A Day at Carney Marsh

Listening to the sounds of nature one might hear while enjoying the beauty of Carney Marsh.

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9/27/2023

Shinrin Yoku at Jester Park
Conservation Events
Shinrin Yoku at Jester Park

Explore the natural healing path of Shinrin Yoku or Japanese Forest bathing with Brandy Case Haub, a certified forest guide. This mindful walk through the Prairie will invite you to use your senses to enhance your well-being.

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9/30/2023

Election News
Polk County Iowa - City/School Election - November 7, 2023

City/School Election - Polk County Iowa Polling Locations/Sample Ballots

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9/27/2023

National Public Lands Day
Conservation Events
National Public Lands Day

Celebrate our unique tallgrass prairie habitat in Polk County at this year’s National Public Lands Day!

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9/30/2023

Senior Services News
The Senior Bulletin

September 2023 October 2023

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9/26/2023

Fall Wagon Rides (10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm)
Conservation Events
Fall Wagon Rides (10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm)

Come out to Jester Park Equestrian Center and enjoy a fun group or family outing as a team of draft horses pull your open wagon down the beautiful timber trails of Jester Park.

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10/1/2023

County Attorney News
Des Moines man convicted of murder in first homicide of 2022

Trishay Marsean Thompson, 24, of Des Moines, was found Jan. 9 with gunshot wounds in his car at an apartment complex in the 1400 block of Pennsylvania Avenue.

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9/22/2023

Fall Family Fun at Brenton Slough
Conservation Events
Fall Family Fun at Brenton Slough

Celebrate fall with your family at the Brenton Slough with INHF and Polk County Conservation! Families can enjoy an interpretive hayrack ride, nature crafts and other activities suited for all ages, all celebrating the interesting plants and animals found on the property.

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10/1/2023

Veteran Affairs News
Drive-thru Flu Shots

October 5, 2023 9am-3pm

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9/22/2023

Volunteer Restoration Days: Prairie
Conservation Events
Volunteer Restoration Days: Prairie

Spend time in your local prairies for the benefit future habitat restoration projects this fall season!

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10/3/2023