Johnston, IA|News|
Johnston High School Bowling Moved Following Plaza Lanes Fire
A long-term decision hasn't been made on where three high school teams will hold their home bowling meets for the remainder of the season.
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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Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny High Schools' Bowling Moved Following Plaza Lanes Fire
A long-term decision hasn't been made on where three high school teams will hold their home bowling meets for the remainder of the season.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Johnston, IA|News|
Johnston Teen's Sexual Assault Plea Delayed By Paperwork
A judge warned another delay will lead to trial in the case for defendant Noah Lamar, WHO-TV reported.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
Pedestrian Hit By Car Monday Night In Clive Dies
The car that hit the man reportedly ended up down an embankment and on its side, KCCI-TV reported.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Waukee, IA|News|
New Superintendent Selected For Waukee Golf Course
Joe Carroll comes from Legacy Golf Club in Norwalk, where he was superintendent for 12 years.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Armed Robbery Suspects Sought By Des Moines Detectives
Two men robbed a grocery store and fled in a newer-model Mercedes Benz that could have bullet holes in it after a store clerk fired at them.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Iowans' Garbage Contains 50 Percent More Food Than In 2011
A study of garbage tossed out by Iowans shows food waste and plastics are up, but less cardboard is going to landfills.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Winter Solstice 2017: 5 Things To Know, Des Moines Event Details
Balancing your chakras or walking among crystals at events in Des Moines on Thursday are ways you can recognize the winter solstice.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Charges Filed In Fatal Collision In Des Moines
The driver of a pickup truck attempted to pass other vehicles and collided head on with an oncoming SUV, killing two people.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Investigation Begins Into Bowling Center Fire Cause
One fire crew remains at the site of Monday's fire at Plaza Lanes in Des Moines to ensure there are no hot spots under collapsed roofing.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Mental Health: Pilot Program Aims To Raise Iowa's Level Of Care
Des Moines University will offer experiential mental health training to students who have expressed an interest in remaining in Iowa.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Crash Monday Night Sends Vehicle Into Des Moines Building
Drivers of both vehicles were injured in the accident at East 20th Street and Hubbell Avenue.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Man Shot Several Times In Des Moines Home Remains Hospitalized
No charges have been filed against the woman who admitted to police that she shot 58-year-old Scott Thompson.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Fire Destroys Iowa Bowling Alley, Tenpin Players Recall 300 Games
One family ran Plaza Lanes since it was built in 1957, but longtime bowlers have the memories made there.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Ankeny, IA|News|
Makai Echer Named Interim Ankeny Police Chief
Police Chief Gary Mikulec announced in September that he would retire. A nationwide search for his replacement has begun.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Urbandale, IA|News|
Urbandale Police Seeking Victims In Fundraiser Scam
A man claiming to represent a high school fundraiser through the "Moms and Dads for Kids" organization was arrested last month.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Des Moines Sixth Avenue Fire Burns Three Buildings
The fire damaged a home, business and vacant building in the 1400 block of Sixth Avenue and required mutual aid from three departments.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Plaza Lanes Fire: Crews Battle Into Evening, Building Destroyed
Plaza Lanes owner Randy Thompson said he will rebuild the north Des Moines bowling center, which was built by his father in 1957.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Christmas 2017: Finding Last-Minute Groceries And Gifts In Iowa
Wondering where to buy groceries, a last-minute present or gas on the holidays? Here's a list of hours for national chains in Iowa.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Y's Men Christmas Trees: Seasonal Sales Benefit Des Moines YMCA
The tree lot next door to the South Suburban YMCA is run by volunteers who will sell 500 trees this season.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
