Jessica Miller, Patch Staff
- Ames, IA
Local Editor, Ames and Ankeny
Patch Email: jessica.miller@patch.com (jessica.milleratpatch.com)
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Phone: 515-203-5066
I grew up in Waterloo/Cedar Falls Iowa and studied journalism at Iowa State here in Ames.
I worked for daily newspapers as a reporter for the Fort Dodge Messenger and the Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier before moving to South Carolina in 2006.
I was a staff writer for the Charleston Post & Courier in Charleston, SC until June 2011, when I took a job with Patch and returned to Iowa.
Posting Activity
Ames|News|
Can Ames Stop a Flood?
City staff will conduct its last flood mitigation presentation and input session Wednesday.
Ames|News|
Douglas Avenue Closed Three Months
City of Ames announced that Douglas Avenue will be closed for months.
Ames|News|
Breckenridge Scales Back Development at Old Middle School Site
Ames City Council will discuss whether a master plan is necessary for the 900-bedroom student housing development.
Ames|News|
New Construction Brings Petco and Sports Authority to Ames
The concrete structure going up on South Duff Avenue will bring at least two new major retailers to Ames.
Ames|News|
Ames Police Investigate Shooting at Mortensen Road
Police are investigating a Sunday shooting at a West side apartment building.
Ankeny, IA|News|
Congressman Steve King Close to Senate Decision; Says Republicans Don't Have to Rebrand the GOP
Iowa Congressman Steve King said he won his 4th District Election by talking about his conservative stance on same-sex marriage, immigration and abortion.
Ankeny, IA|News|
Road Closure in Ankeny
Construction of a turn lane on NW Prairie Ridge Drive will restrict traffic on NW State Street for a week.
Ames|News|
Iowa State University Clarifies Report of NCAA Recruiting Violations
The University said it released the information to comply with the Board of Regents new transparency initiatives.
Ames|News|
Ames High Making Progress on Laptops for Every Student
District officials hope to have a purchase plan available for the school board in May.
Ames|News|
Ames School Budget and Teacher Salaries Uncertain
Iowa Legislators disagreement over allowable growth forces schools to set budgets not knowing how much money they will have.
Ames|News|
Police Seize 2 Pounds of Marijuana in Search
A 21-year-old Ames man faces two felonies and other charges after police discovered more than 960 grams of marijuana in his home on April 4, complaints said.
Ames|News|
Tyrus McGee in the 3-Point Contest and Where to Watch the Final Four in Ames
McGee participated in a 3-Point Contest Thursday and Will Clyburn plays in the All-Star game Friday.
Ames|News|
Former Auburn and Iowa State Coach Named in 2010 NCAA Violations
Players were paid and had grades altered to remain eligible, under Coach Gene Chizik reports say.
Ames|News|
Police Blotter: Domestic Assault, Interference with Official Acts
Ames Police Blotter March 30 to April 3.
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Ames Police: Woman Bit Man's Finger, Resisted Arrest
A woman was charged with domestic assault after fighting with a man, complaints show.
Ames|News|
When Does Homewood Golf Course Open
It's time to get into the swing of things at Homewood Golf course.
Ames|News|
Iowa College Veterans Struggle While Awaiting G.I. Bill Benefits
Iowa veterans have discovered the G.I. Bill promise isn't what they thought.
