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Des Moines Halloween Sex Offender Safety Information
There are 570 registered sexual offenders living in Des Moines, according to the Iowa Sex Offender Registry, but that number is misleading.
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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Surprised Elementary School Teacher Is 10 Millionth Patron At Des Moines Civic Center
Donna Britt's night of free tickets to a touring Broadway musical turned into $10,000 for Jackson Elementary School's arts programming.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
West Des Moines 2017 Halloween Sex Offender Safety Map
There are 31 registered sex offenders living in West Des Moines, according to the Iowa Sex Offender Registry.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
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Trunk Or Treat: Where To Take The Little Ones For A Safe Beggars' Night Experience In The Des Moines Area
Once mainly held in rural areas where homes are far apart, Trunk or Treats have gained in popularity with churches, schools and businesses.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Urbandale, IA|News|
Urbandale 2017 Halloween Sex Offender Map
There are 21 registered sex offenders living in Urbandale, according to the Iowa Sex Offender Registry.
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Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny 2017 Halloween Sex Offender Safety Map
There are 28 registered sex offenders living in Ankeny, according to the Iowa Sex Offender Registry.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Des Moines|News|
Date Ends Badly When Woman Finds Man Left To Break Into Her Car
Worst date ever? A Cedar Rapids man was charged with burglary after leaving his date to break into her car and steal money and a phone.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
First Iowa McAlister's Deli Opens Friday In West Des Moines
Hand-crafted sandwiches, famous tea and giant spuds are a draw, but the chance at a $50 gift card will draw many to McAlister's Deli Friday.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny's 11th Elementary Building Being Planned As District Gathers Signatures For Bond Vote
School officials already are looking at needs beyond a new Ankeny elementary building and say additions at both high schools will be next.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
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Des Moines Man's Bucket List Item Leads To 7 Charges After Chase With Iowa State Patrol
Frederick Ray Jones, 46, of Des Moines remains in Polk County Jail without bond after he led state troopers on a chase Thursday morning..
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
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Des Moines' Harding Hills Hy-Vee To Host Community Wellness Fair On Friday
Stop by from noon to 6 p.m. Friday for biometric screenings, flu shots, cooking demos, a blood drive and more tips on health and wellness.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
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Smarter Than The President? Central Iowa Mensa Sets Des Moines Test Sessions Oct. 28
A score in the 98th percentile allows for admission into American Mensa, the group whose members are known for genius IQ.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
West Des Moines, IA|News|
West Des Moines Wow House: Prestigious Quail Park Home's Amenities Range From Wine Room To Geothermal 5-Car Garage
WOW House: A 6,100-square-foot West Des Moines estate is surrounded by trees on a private lot nearly one acre in size.
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Urbandale, IA|News|
Urbandale Wow House: Home Show Award Winner, New On The Market, Features Theater Room
WOW House: Walls accented with wood finishes and double-tray ceilings with intricate crown molding give Urbandale home an air of elegance.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
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Des Moines Wow House: Georgian Colonial 90+ Years Old Has Been Updated For Today
WOW House: A beautiful view of Des Moines' skyline is a bonus with South of Grand home boasting ancient oaks.
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Ankeny, IA|News|
Ankeny Wow House: Price Lowered On Near-New, Custom Strahan Home
WOW House: Ankeny home with designer kitchen and spacious master bath and closet will be open to view Sunday.
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West Des Moines, IA|News|
Overnight Road Closures Scheduled Next Week for Railroad Repairs In West Des Moines
Repair work on 50th Street, 60th Street and Jordan Creek Parkway next week in West Des Moines should be completed by morning commute times.
Melissa Myers, Patch Staff
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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
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
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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.
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