By DRAKE LOHSE
There’s some disagreement as to the translation of Des Moines. The French pronunciation leads us to “of the monks.” If you choose to follow the Algonquian translation, you’ll arrive at “Loon.” The two translations are at the opposite ends of one spectrum.
If you enjoy a beer or a Jack & Coke, or even a shot of Patron every once in awhile, chances are you find yourself at Wellman’s or down on Court Avenue just about every weekend. There’s nothing wrong with either location, but if you’re looking for something new, no one can blame you.