Des Moines|News|
Des Moines Artist's New Sculpture Blooms At West Glen Town Center
Sculptor James Ellwanger, now working on projects on the West Coast, adds the steel and glass piece "Bloom" to his portfolio of local art.
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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West Des Moines, IA|News|
Third Art Project At West Glen Town Center Begins This Week; Unveiling Party Planned For Oct. 24
A steel and glass sculpture denoting a bird-of-paradise flower was installed recently at West Glen as the site's second public art project.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Des Moines Mother Arrested For Child Endangerment Has Been Released From Jail
Destinee Miller reportedly told police she left her three children alone because she had to take a sick pet to be euthanized.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny Fire Prevention Week Ends With Pancake Breakfast Today
Ankeny firefighters have hosted an open house and read to toddlers as part of special events this week.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
All Things Halloween: Two Dozen Ways to Enjoy The Spooky Holiday In The Des Moines Area (Updated Listings)
Updated list: From Zoo Brew for adults to Night Eyes for kids, there's something for everyone — and a lot for families — this Halloween.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny Teen Continues Recovery From Paralyzing Diving Accident, Expected Home This Month
Friends are helping raise money for Justin Thorn's medical expenses as the Ankeny teen recovers from a spinal cord injury.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny Police Arrest Four In Sexual Assault Case; Fifth Man Sought
Jamonte Jamal Luckett, 22, remains at-large and police are seeking the public's assistance in locating him in connection with the crime.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Urbandale, IA|News|
Urbandale Police Raising Money For Plaque Honoring A Fallen Officer
The eagle statue "Vigilance" at the Urbandale Police Department will get a plaque and engraved star honoring fallen officer Justin Martin.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Vintage Halloween Collection Leads To A Yard Of Fright In A Season Of Fun For Des Moines Couple
Bridgett and Mike Gamm search for "rusty, crusty and gross" items to incorporate into their neighborhood's well-known haunted house.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Iowa Retailers Closed On Thanksgiving: Update
Doors will be open at several stores on Nov. 23, despite a survey that found a growing number of people dislike Thanksgiving shopping hours.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
Mills Civic Parkway Patching Project Continues Throughout the Week In West Des Moines
Detour to Bridgewood Boulevard this week while Mills Civic Parkway is closed from 81st to 88th streets for patching.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Oh, Deer: Four-Legged Foes Put Iowa Drivers Fourth In Nation For Likelihood Of Large-Animal Collisions
October through December are the likeliest times to hit a deer and the average cost of those insurance claims is on the rise.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
Sculpture Unveiled Sunday at West Des Moines Fire Station No. 18 Honors City's Firefighters
The West Des Moines Fire Department will hold a pancake breakfast and open house Saturday as part of Fire Prevention Week activities.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Urbandale, IA|News|
Urbandale Fire Station No. 43: Learn About Plans At Open House Tuesday
Urbandale officials say a third fire station would reduce fire and medical call response times in north and west growth areas of the city.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Des Moines Mobile Speed Cameras: This week's locations
Des Moines police give you fair warning at avoiding a ticket with this week's mobile speed camera locations.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Des Moines And Raccoon River Dams Are Focus Of Panel Discussion Tied To Regional Water Trails Study
Learn about concepts and feasibility for a 150-mile central Iowa recreational trail network along rivers and creeks at area open houses.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Ankeny, IA|News|
Fridley Announces End To Passes, Gift Cards At Ankeny's Springwood 9 Theatres
Owners of Ankeny movie theaters said they couldn't reach agreement with buyers to accept current Fridley Theatres gift cards and passes.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Salvation Army Bargain Includes Forgotten 1944 War Department Letter About Des Moines Man Killed In Action
Private Harold F. Tullis of Des Moines died June 6, 1944, the day Allied Forces invaded Normandy, France.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
AE Dairy Churns Out A Holiday Favorite: Classic Egg Nog Is Heading To Stores Now
A new variety of Anderson Erickson Dairy egg nog also debuts this year, but the treats are only here through the holiday season.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
Suspect In Alcohol Theft Sought By West Des Moines Police
A man is being sought by West Des Moines police for the theft of alcohol from a grocery store on Tuesday.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
