Ankeny, IA|News|
Custom Ankeny Home Has Golf Course Views From 20-Foot Windows
Ankeny Wow House: Privately set on Otter Creek Golf Course with golf cart entrance to garage.
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|
Santa Sightings: Where And When In West Des Moines
There are dozens of places to visit with Santa throughout the metro area; here's where you'll find him in Clive, Waukee and West Des Moines.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Hey, Des Moines: Santa Claus Is Coming To Town!
Get those wish lists ready: Santa is here and will meet with kids (and pets) all over the metro area.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny's Otter Creek Closes For The Season Sunday
The Pro Shop at Otter Creek will remain open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays for golf merchandise and gift certificate sales.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
West Des Moines' Newest Development Opens Spring 2018
Wow House: Get a prime spot at the end of a cul-de-sac and backing to prairie in West Des Moines' newest development.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
West Des Moines Settles Wrongful Arrest Lawsuit
A man wrongfully arrested and held 11 days on a sexual assault charge will receive $450,000 from the city.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Johnston, IA|News|
Johnston Police Department Seeking Additional Officers
The department of 29 sworn officers is accepting applications from candidates interested in community policing and citizen engagement.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Team USA Sled Hockey Athlete Visits Des Moines School
Athlete Kevin McKee will be back on the ice with sled hockey teammates for the Paralympic Winter Games 2018 in PyeongChang, South Korea.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Davenport, IA|News|
Davenport Native Eager For Gold Medal Shot In South Korea
Team USA sled hockey athlete Kevin McKee will be back on the ice for the Paralympic Winter Games 2018 in PyeongChang, South Korea.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny Ready To Present 2040 Development Plan
City leaders have spent a year forming a plan to shape the city's future development and a draft will be shown at a Dec. 12 open house.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Davenport, IA|News|
Davenport-Area Groups Awarded $1.35 Million In Grants
The Regional Development Authority provides funding to human service, arts, education and economic development groups.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
Valley Junction Set For Holiday Shoppers
The Jingle Bell Drop Thursday night will be the launch to weekly Jingle in the Junction events from Nov. 30 through Dec. 14.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Des Moines Lawyer Jailed After Domestic Assault
Sandra Suarez-Kruger was denied bail for a parole violation and violating a no-contact order.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Urbandale, IA|News|
Urbandale Basketball Games Will 'Back The Blue'
Urbandale High School basketball teams will celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Night at their season home openers on Nov. 28.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Cedar Falls, IA|News|
Annual Cedar Valley Christmas Program Set For Nov. 27
The holiday concert will include symphony brass and choruses from area churches and schools, plus a carols sing with the audience.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Douglas Avenue Corridor Study Launched In Des Moines
A public input meeting to discuss revitalization ideas along Douglas Avenue will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Plaza Lanes.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Across Iowa, IA|News|
2016 Hate Crimes In Iowa Nearly Triple From Previous Year: FBI
FBI statistics show only eight states reported a lower number of hate crimes than Iowa in 2016.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Des Moines Schools Enrollment Increases, Tops 33,000
Certified enrollment in the Des Moines schools has grown in eight of the past nine years.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
Townhome Offers Upscale Living At The Gallery In Glen Oaks
West Des Moines Wow House: Waterfall showcasing a professionally landscaped private backyard is a stunner at Glen Oaks townhome.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Urbandale, IA|News|
'Spacious Everything' Describes Home Near Walnut Creek Park
Urbandale Wow House: Oversized porch, patio and deck offer choice of beautiful settings and this home is move-in ready.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
