Iowa City, IA|News|
Charge In Iowa City Stabbing Upgraded To Murder
The victim died o complications of blunt-force injury, three weeks after being stabbed, police say.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
- Des Moines, IA
Melissa Myers relaunched the Central Iowa Patch websites in September 2017 and is a lifelong Des Moines resident with a passion for community journalism. She worked most of her 28-year career in The Des Moines Register newsroom, writing and editing news stories about the metro and suburban communities. She is an empty-nester and enjoys community activities and volunteering with her high school alumni and booster organizations.
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Across Iowa, IA|News|
Victims Of Tuesday School Bus Fire Near Oakland, Iowa, Identified
The teenager and school bus driver were unable to get out of the vehicle when the fire broke out Tuesday morning.
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Iowa City, IA|News|
235 Birds Rescued: Iowa City Needs Feed, Straw And Support
The city's animal services staff assisted in a large-scale rescue Saturday and now needs bird feed, straw bales and other donations.
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Des Moines|News|
Fire Departments In Des Moines, Altoona To Share Services
Growth in northeastern Des Moines and western Altoona led to the partnership, which will include planning for a new fire station.
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Des Moines|News|
Des Moines Chosen As Launch City For Facebook 'Community Boost'
Facebook plans to train entrepreneurs, business owners and job seekers on digital and social media skills used in business today.
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Des Moines|News|
Iowa One Of Nation's Best-Run States In 2017: Study
The state climbed three spots from the previous year in am annual ranking by 24/7 Wall Street.
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West Des Moines, IA|News|
For Kicks: Man Creates 14-Foot Leg Lamp From 'A Christmas Story'
Tom Gross created his eye-catching leg lamp in tribute to what he calls "the greatest holiday story of all time."
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Ankeny, IA|News|
Take A Quiz: Which Ankeny Team Is 4th In Nation?
Hint: It's a group of middle school students crowned state champions in the Thinking Cap Quiz Bowl.
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Across Iowa, IA|News|
Three Weekend Hunting Accidents Reported In Iowa
Deer hunters were shot — two by teenagers — in three separate accidents around Iowa in the past week.
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Iowa City, IA|News|
Iowa City Boy Shot While Deer Hunting Sunday
Three deer hunters were shot — two by teenagers — in separate accidents around Iowa in the past week.
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Des Moines|News|
Live Nativities: Weekend Photos, Where To See Them Next
A steady stream of onlookers drove by and walked up to the live nativity at First Church of God on Sunday night.
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Iowa City, IA|News|
9-Year-Old Donates $34.01 — His Life Savings — To Help Sick Kids
Riley Lafrentz was inspired by "The Wave" at a Hawkeyes game, and his act soon went viral. Facebook followers are now following his lead.
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Des Moines|News|
Iowa Kid's $34.01 Life Savings Triggers Outpouring of Donations
Riley Lafrentz was inspired by "The Wave" at Hawkeyes games. Facebook followers quickly reacted and are giving $34.01, too.
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Across Iowa, IA|News|
Iowa Kid's $34.01 Life Savings Triggers Outpouring of Donations
Riley Lafrentz was inspired by "The Wave" at Hawkeyes games. Facebook followers quickly reacted and are giving $34.01, too.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
West Des Moines, Clive Customers Flocking To Christmas Tree Lot
Dean Lemke said most of the 1,400 fresh-cut Christmas trees he's bringing in from Wisconsin this season will be sold before Christmas Eve.
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Waukee, IA|News|
Sworn In: New Police Officer Joins Waukee Department
Scott Kinney served in Pleasant Hill and the Polk County Sheriff's Office previously, but law enforcement is a second career.
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Des Moines|News|
Live Nativities: Mangers and More In Des Moines
Animals and babies — what could be cuter? Check out the places to find live nativities in the metro area.
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Cedar Falls, IA|News|
Cedar Falls Runoff: Rob Green Wins Seat On City Council
Tuesday's runoff election drew about 14 percent of the registered voters and Rob Green captured 70 percent of the votes.
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Des Moines|News|
Ankeny DMACC Concert Features Simon Estes, Student Vocalists
The vocal music concert Friday is the first of three events featuring Estes, DMACC singers and musicians and Ankeny high school students.
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Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny Centennial Wins State Jazz Dance Championship
The dancers also were recognized with an academic achievement award and named Character Counts Team of the Year.
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