Little Village Magazine coming to Des Moines

Between the lines: We're seeing fewer print publications focused on the city's arts and entertainment scene (RIP, Juice).

• And the pandemic created its own problems. Local artists and business owners have felt a bit disconnected following a year of closures and COVID-19 struggles, said Raygun owner Mike Draper, who's helping the local launch.

What they're saying: By producing an alt-weekly magazine, Des Moines regains a central source for local entertainment.

• It's a community building block — where you can support the local metal band or riff on intensely local issues, Draper said.

What to watch: Little Village is looking for Des Moines writers and advertisers before its launch next year.