Iowa City, IA|News|
Supporting Art: Family Donates $10M For UI Building
Construction on the new $50 million art building will begin in 2018, with a public opening expected in 2020.
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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Johnston, IA|News|
'Back The Blue' Johnston Apparel Available Through Friday
Purchase of a shirt supports the Johnston Police Department and provides $3 to the Johnston Partnership to help serve the community.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Cedar Falls, IA|News|
Arrest Made In Cedar Falls Deer Hunter's Death
Authorities arrested Ethan Davis for stabbing and shooting Curtis Ross, but they have not revealed a motive for the killing.
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Across Iowa, IA|News|
Deere & Co. Plans International Tech HQ In Urbandale
The Intelligent Solutions Group division of Deere & Company designs and creates new technology for farmers and farm machinery.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Urbandale, IA|News|
Urbandale Council Approves Development Agreement With Deere
Deere & Company will get an estimated $4.1 million rebate in property taxes paid over 10 years when it builds a new technology headquarters.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny Winter Guard Wins Third Straight State Title
The color guard team from Ankeny High School took its third straight state title at the Iowa State Drill Team Association competition.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
Driver Killed In Highway 5 Collision Identified
The accident Monday killed a high school senior active in wrestling, FFA and 4-H.
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West Des Moines, IA|News|
Record Store Owner To Be Tried For Child Pornography
Federal authorities want to speak to anyone who believes they might have been recorded in a changing room or restroom at Wayback Records.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Across Iowa, IA|News|
Iowa In The Pinstripe Bowl: Everything You Need To Know
One stop for all your questions about Boston vs. Iowa in the Pinstripe Bowl.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
ISU In The Liberty Bowl: Everything You Need To Know
Your one-stop guide to everything about Iowa State vs. Memphis Dec. 30 in the Liberty Bowl.
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Ames, IA|News|
Iowa State In The Liberty Bowl: Everything You Need To Know
Your one-stop guide to everything about Iowa State vs. Memphis Dec. 30 in the Liberty Bowl.
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Des Moines|News|
Iowa In The Pinstripe Bowl: Everything You Need To Know
One stop for all your questions about Boston vs. Iowa in the Pinstripe Bowl.
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Ames, IA|News|
ISU Soil Testing Lab To Close At Year's End
Once a go-to test site in the state, the lab has received fewer samples as more private businesses opened in recent years.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny Adds Support For Sales Tax Vote
Seeking an increase in the state sales tax gained momentum in Polk County after Dallas County residents approved a one-cent hike last month.
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Des Moines|News|
Des Moines Approves Vote For Sales Tax Increase
Seeking an increase in the state sales tax gained momentum in Polk County after Dallas County residents approved a one-cent hike last month.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Urbandale, IA|News|
December Holiday Happenings In Urbandale
Luminarias, movies and more will put you in the holiday spirit; here's what's scheduled around Urbandale.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Alert: Wind Advisory Continues Overnight
Wind gusts will remain strong through Tuesday and the National Weather Service warns driving could be hazardous in much of the state.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Across Iowa, IA|News|
First-Year Iowa Fireworks Sales Fizzle Against Projections
The state had anticipated collecting $1.1 million in sales tax from fireworks sold, but the amount only reached $600,000 in the first year.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
City Council Honors Des Moines Store's 80-Year History
Campbell's Nutrition has evolved from a lunch counter serving carrot sandwiches to a full-service health and nutrition business.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Ankeny, IA|News|
New Ankeny Ice Cream Business Is On A Roll
Sweet Swirls Rolled Ice Cream has expanded from serving out of a trailer over the summer to opening a permanent location in Uptown Ankeny.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
