Pumpkin Walk Returns to Valley Junction October 26
West Des Moines, 10/8/25 – The Historic Valley Junction Foundation is pleased to announce the return of the annual Pumpkin Walk, presented by First National Bank, a Halloween-themed, family-friendly event in the heart of West Des Moines. The event will take place from 2:00pm-5:00pm on October 26 on 5th Street in Valley Junction. Enjoy trick-or-treating at locally owned small businesses, hayrides through the district, thrilling magic from Mikayla Oz, dance performances by the Betty Hill Dancers,
WDM Chamber Announces Two Staff Promotions
WEST DES MOINES, IA (July 1, 2025) – The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce (WDM Chamber) announces the promotion of Everett Mullican and Meredith Murphy. Everett Mullican, a West Des Moines native, joined the WDM Chamber as Marketing and Communications Coordinator in 2023 and was promoted to Marketing and Communications Manager in May of 2025. “It’s an incredible honor to continue my journey with the community I’ve grown up in and have always loved,” said Mullican. “The Chamber has given me the
