Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.
If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.
It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.
Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.
Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!
Event to feature a video game theme this year.
A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?
You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?
With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.
Members of the Iowa League of Heroes also appeared
Event to take place at Faith Lutheran Church in Clive
Children to present biblically-themed musical during weekend of February 10-11
Children at Clive Lutheran Church to present Biblically-themed musical February 10 and 11
The city's parks board says rates have not been adjusted since 2005 for residents and 2009 for non-resident users of the city facilities.
There are 31 registered sex offenders living in West Des Moines, according to the Iowa Sex Offender Registry.
Classes geared towards youth ages four to 13.
Variety of fun activities planned for February 19 event.
Four performances scheduled for weekend of February 6-7
One cat's instincts saved an abandoned Russian baby.
An owl flew into a man's windshield. He decided to step up to save the bird, who was all for it! (PHOTO)
VIDEO: 17-year-old comes to the rescue of the officer booking him.
Top ten most popular names for boys and girls from this past year, along with the most surprising. Do you know newborns with these names?
BRING A BIT OF PARADISE INTO YOUR LIFE!
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.
A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.
To raise awareness of the injustices girls around the world face in education, four Waukee Girl Scouts hope to raise awareness with a walk around Raccoon River Park.
The unpaid internships are helping students land jobs in the area of human services.
The project includes students in the Waukee, West Des Moines, Urbandale, Johnston and Des Moines Christian schools.
A West Des Moines junior high student's quick thinking saved a classmate's life.
Des Moines and West Des Moines were ranked no. 2 by a study conducted by ValuePenguin.
Raylee Melton recently talked business and life with the Des Moines Business Record.
Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa CEO is one of ten in the entire nation to be selected.
The city of West Des Moines is holding Fourth of July coloring contest for kids ages 3-10.
Who do you know who deserves a little thank you in the form of your gratitude and $50 from Patch?