Will Ankeny Hawks, Jaguars Win With Less

The title winning team of last year is split between the district's high schools, what will that mean for Ankeny's football program?

Ankeny Parents’ Association Endorses Peebles in School Board Election

Parents association said Peebles has the best vision for the district.

Republicans' Dysfunction Bring Polk County Co-Chair to Resign

Chad Brown, of Ankeny, and former Polk County Republican Chairman, said he became an independent because of hateful language and other dysfunction.

Kicks 4 Kids Soccer Program

Baton Twirling Open House & Class Registration

One Thing You Can't Buy at Mills Fleet Farm: Today in Ankeny Craigslist

Posts you might have missed (and who could blame you) on Craigslist.

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Do You Want Your Taxes Raised?

Do the White House's priorities match with yours?

Cooking the Budget: Bake Your Way to a Lower Grocery Bill

Take a bite out of your grocery bill and preserve the flavors of summer through winter with these simple recipes.

Police Credit CodeRED with Saving Hours in Search for Missing Woman

Residents helped police find a woman who wandered away from Mercy Clinic North on Aug. 8.

Operation Underwear Collects 200 Items to Date

Operation Underwear, a clothing collection drive, will run through Sept. 15.

Third Ankeny Hawks Girls' Basketball Coach Named

The Hawks have seen three new coaches since Scott DeJong moved to Ankeny Centennial High School, according to reports.

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Dog Paddle at Prairie Ridge: Today in Ankeny

Find out what's going on in Ankeny and what you shouldn't miss on Tuesday, Aug. 20.

Does Ankeny Have Access to Enough Locally Grown Fruits and Vegetables?

By clicking on the check marks on the right, you can see which greenmarkets are open on which days of the week.

Boy's Hawks Golf Team Returns With Just One Varsity Player

Many of the Ankeny High School Hawk's top golfers now attend Ankeny Centennial High School.

What’s the Going Rate for a Generator?

Don’t feel like reliving the pioneer days this storm season? A generator is your best bet, but what does it cost to keep your life up and running?

Ankeny Woman Tops Canning at Iowa State Fair

Iowa State Fair Winners from Ankeny.

Top Democrat Debunks Own Voter ID Law Criticism

To get Progressives to debunk their own claims, you just have to let them talk.

ACHS Ready For First Full Week, Fresh Start

Ankeny's newest high school will celebrate its opening with the community Sunday Aug. 25.

School Celebrations and Swimming Dogs in the Week Ahead

Places you want to be the week of Aug. 12.

Internet Speed Tests

Many people get inaccurate results and don't understand why. Learn how to properly run an Internet speed test.

Not a Story About Clowns

Forget a story about some clown losing his job because he showed poor judgment. I have seen what it looks like when the government really tries to curtail free speech and the clown’s story just does not add up.

As Egypt is in Turmoil, Where is Our Secretary of State?

The violence in Egypt would seem to be something the Secretary of State would take an active interest in, would it not?

Plantation Shutter Home in Ankeny

Ankeny WOW Home of the Week: 3316 NE Renaissance Drive.

Police: House Guest Thanks Host With Death Threat

Ankeny Police Blotter: July 21 to Aug. 4.

‘One Direction: This Is Us’ Premiere Parties Sweeping the Nation (Sponsored)

One Direction — otherwise known as Harry, Zayn, Liam, Niall and Louis — hits the big screen in their upcoming film, "One Direction: This Is Us," releasing Aug. 30. TriStar Pictures.

Some Pet Food Brands Recalled Due to Salmonella Threat

Both dog and cat foods are included in the recall of select Iams and Eukanuba products.

Volunteers Needed, Farmers' Markets and More: Today in Ankeny Facebook

Here's some news from local Facebook pages, that you might have missed. Enjoy and follow them if you like.

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A Surprising Defense of Capitalism

People you don't expect are advocating for capitalism, hard work, and personal responsibility

Tendinitis Causes and Treatment Options

Movie Reviews: 'Kick-Ass 2', 'Jobs', 'Paranoia' and More

Movie reviews and movie times for theaters in the Ankeny area, including "Elysium" and "We're The Millers." Let Patch help you decide what you're going to see this weekend.

Ankeny Opens Second New High School in Two Years

Ankeny Centennial High School opened for the first day of class Thursday.

How One Family Spent Under $100 on a Theme Park Trip

What happens when a family of four tries to manage expenses at a theme park?

Stuff Etc. Consignment Shop in Ankeny Now Open

The consignment shop is located at 901 E. First St.

Ankeny High School Scores Superior at Dance Camp

Ankeny High School's dance team took top honors before the year began.

Cascade Falls Closes; Identified as a Possible Source of Crypto Contamination

The parasite cryptosporidium has not been confirmed at the aquatic center, but the facility will remain closed until Aug. 17.

Kickball League Registration Underway Now

Iowa State Fair Schedule for Friday: 'Drops of Jupiter', Husband-Calling Contest and More

See times for events, shows, and happenings that be going on Aug. 16, day nine of the 11-day 2013 Iowa State Fair.