Des Moines|News|
Des Moines Area Malls Open Thanksgiving Night
Area malls and many big box retailers will get the jump on the Black Friday shopping rush with deals Thursday.
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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Ames, IA|News|
Ames Holidays: Festival Of Trees, DIY Crafts, Shop Small And More
There's plenty to do yet this month to get in the holiday spirit in Ames, from wreath and garland making to craft shows and shopping.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
Valley West Mall Younkers Remains Closed Following Fire: Updated
A call around 5 a.m. led West Des Moines crews to a fire in a mechanical area of the store.
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West Des Moines, IA|News|
Parkhaven Home Features Tennis Court, Privacy
West Des Moines Wow House: New mechanicals, fresh paint and updates make this five bedroom, six bath home better than new.
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Urbandale, IA|News|
Builder Model Ready In New Acadia Neighborhood
Urbandale Wow House: Cul-de-sac and mature trees offer privacy around this two-story walkout.
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Ankeny, IA|News|
Finish Basement Your Way With Seller $20K Allowance
Ankeny Wow House: Marble, quartz and stucco among custom finishes in 2016 home.
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Des Moines|News|
Pristine Mid Century Brick Ranch Has Abundant Storage
Des Moines Wow House: The price has been reduced on this Salisbury Oaks neighborhood brick ranch home.
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Iowa City, IA|News|
Iowa City: Getting Ready For The Holidays? Send A Photo
Whether preparations involve decorating, baking goodies or assembling packages for charity, snap a photo and share your story with Patch.
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Davenport, IA|News|
Davenport: Getting Ready For The Holidays? Send A Photo
Whether preparations involve decorating, baking goodies or assembling packages for charity, snap a photo and share your story with Patch.
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Cedar Falls, IA|News|
Cedar Falls: Getting Ready For The Holidays? Send A Photo
Whether preparations involve decorating, baking goodies or assembling packages for charity, snap a photo and share your story with Patch.
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Marion, IA|News|
Marion: Getting Ready For The Holidays? Send A Photo
Whether preparations involve decorating, baking goodies or assembling packages for charity, snap a photo and share your story with Patch.
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Des Moines|News|
Des Moines: Getting Ready For The Holidays? Send A Photo
Whether preparations involve decorating, baking goodies or assembling packages for charity, snap a photo and share your story with Patch.
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West Des Moines, IA|News|
West Des Moines: Getting Ready For The Holidays? Send A Photo
Whether preparations involve decorating, baking goodies or assembling packages for charity, snap a photo and share your story with Patch.
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Urbandale, IA|News|
Urbandale: Getting Ready For The Holidays? Send A Photo
Whether preparations involve decorating, baking goodies or assembling packages for charity, snap a photo and share your story with Patch.
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Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny: Getting Ready For The Holidays? Send A Photo
Whether preparations involve decorating, baking goodies or assembling packages for charity, snap a photo and share your story with Patch.
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Johnston, IA|News|
Johnston: Getting Ready For The Holidays? Send A Photo
Whether preparations involve decorating, baking goodies or assembling packages for charity, snap a photo and share your story with Patch.
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Waukee, IA|News|
Waukee: Getting Ready For The Holidays? Send A Photo
Whether preparations involve decorating, baking goodies or assembling packages for charity, snap a photo and share your story with Patch.
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Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny Couple Charged With Child Endangerment After Baby's Death
The child likely died from positional asphyxia after she became wedged between a wall and bed, the medical examiner determined.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Across Iowa, IA|News|
Inheritance Tax Owed In Case Of Former Stepchildren
The Iowa Supreme Court ruled two siblings must pay taxes on money inherited from their stepfather, who was divorced from their mother.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Des Moines Thanksgiving: Free Meals For Those In Need
A number of sites throughout the metro area will be hosting or delivering a free Thanksgiving meal.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
