Iowa City, IA|News|
Christmas Tree Pickup Begins Jan. 8 In Iowa City
Remove all decorations, garland and lights from your tree before placing it on the curb for collection, city officials 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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Des Moines|News|
Chance Of Snow Could Affect Afternoon Commute: Des Moines Weather
The National Weather Service says flurries could begin shortly, then turn to snow later today, with accumulation of less than an inch.
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Urbandale, IA|News|
Urbandale District Seeks $59M To Close 4 Schools, Build 2
Officials say replacing four elementaries with two new ones will be more efficient and create equitable learning in 21st century buildings.
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Across Iowa, IA|News|
Iowa's STEM Director Picked For White House Post
He will serve as senior policy adviser and assistant director for STEM Education at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
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Johnston, IA|News|
Johnston Saw $99 MIllion In Development In 2017
Based on site plans approved last year, Johnston expects to see continued residential growth in 2018.
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Ankeny, IA|News|
Casey's Plans $35 Million Ankeny Headquarters Expansion
The convenience store chain is the fourth largest in the country and some shareholders are urging the chain to be sold.
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Des Moines|News|
Dangerous Wind Chills Will Cause Late School Starts Thursday
Classes will begin two hours late in a number of central Iowa school districts Thursday and some morning programs will be canceled.
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Urbandale, IA|News|
No Sprinklers In Urbandale Condominiums Destroyed By Fire
Fire Chief Jerry Holt says the department may never determine the fire's cause because of the layer of ice built up on the debris.
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Des Moines|News|
Powerball: Winning Numbers For $460 Million Jackpot
Here are the winning numbers for the Jan. 3 Powerball drawing.
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Iowa City, IA|News|
Iowa City Shares Budget Process Over 'Breakfast On A Budget'
Meet with council members and ask questions about the city budget over a light breakfast Saturday at City Hall.
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Urbandale, IA|News|
Mayor Announces Appointments To Urbandale Boards And Commissions
The mayor selected residents to serve on a number of community groups.
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West Des Moines, IA|News|
West Des Moines Workshop Will Focus On 'White Anti-Racism'
Jennifer Harvey's workshop will tackle the impact of race on white children.
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Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny Chamber Celebrates 2017 Successes At Annual Dinner
The event will include awards for the Citizen of the Year and other honorees selected by the Chamber.
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Des Moines|News|
Warming Cars Unattended Gives Des Moines Thieves Easy Targets
So far this year Des Moines police have already taken 10 reports of stolen cars — most left with the engine running.
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Des Moines|News|
Best Places To Find A Job? 30 Cities Outrank Des Moines: Study
The capital city ranks in the top 20 percent among 182 cities studied, WalletHub found.
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Iowa City, IA|News|
Mayor Chosen Today By Iowa City City Council
The positions of mayor and mayor pro-tem are selected among council members rather than a public vote.
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Des Moines|News|
Iowa Auto Fatalities See Significant Drop In 2017
Nearly 20 percent fewer fatal collisions were reported on Iowa roadways in 2017 after a high of more than 400 the previous year.
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Ankeny, IA|News|
Lottery Ticket Brings $50,000 Win To Ankeny Man
Only one top prize remains in the $5 scratch ticket game.
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Cedar Falls, IA|News|
Cedar Falls Man's Winning Lottery Ticket Brings A Holiday Bonus
Chad Wilming of Cedar Falls got an extra $25,000 over the holidays via a scratch-off bingo game ticket.
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Des Moines|News|
Father/Daughter Dance, Mother/Son Fun Night Tickets Now On Sale
Registration is required in advance for the Feb. 3 Father/Daughter Dance and March 3 Mother/Son Fun Night.
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