Johnston Non-Profit Hosts Pitcher Perfect Fundraiser Saturday in Urbandale

The Coopers, of Johnston, began the non-profit Kids Living Brave last year, after their son's fight with leukemia.

Johnston Weather: Hold On, It'll Be Bitterly Cold Today But Another January Thaw's On Its Way

Sure it's 5 measly degrees out right now, but Iowa's weather is just crazy enough to jump 40 degrees in the right direction next week.

Moving Forward Together Program Provides Hope, Healing in Johnston

Celebrate Johnston and Hamilton's Funeral Home host the community event.

Johnston's Senior Caring Hands Group Sends Angels To Newtown

The angels represent the 26 lives lost at the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.

Guns N Hoses Benefit Hockey Game Continues Today

Hockey tournament pits Midwestern police officers against firefighters to raise money for Make A Wish

Best of Johnston Craigslist: Iowans Aren’t ‘Corn-Husking Losers,’ Seeking Friends Who Aren’t Weird or Creepy, Normal Seeking Normal

Also, are you her and if you are, how will he know that you’re her and not someone else who thinks you’re some other him? He knows who she is she knows who he is …. never mind.

Photos: Cub Scouts Donate Flag to Johnston Public Library

The flag was flown during a mission in Afghanistan.

Hazardous Weather Outlook: Bone-Chilling Cold, Chance of Snow in Johnston Forecast

Get the mufflers, mittens and hats out. Johnston's above-zero streak may be about to end.

What’s Open, What’s Closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Johnston

Only about a third of the nation’s businesses will close Jan. 21 to observe MLK Day.

What Fuzzy Bear Tops This Week's Redbox Rentals? And New Releases

Check out this week's Top 5 Redbox rentals and make your viewing list.

Johnston Partnership Fat Tuesday Pancake Dinner Set

The second annual event raises funds for the Johnston Partnership clothes closet, food pantry and youth mentoring program.

Johnston and Metro Weekend Events: Blues Musician Kevin Burt, Mom from ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’, Boat and Sports Show, Plus Bike Expo and RAGBRAI Ticket Info

Time, dates and ticket information for what’s going on in Johnston and the metro, including “The Monster Under the Bed,” and Temple concert series.

Johnston: Enjoy January Thaw Part Deux this Week, As Cold Air is Around the Corner

Sure you'll get a three day weekend, but that doesn't mean you'll want to go outside.

What’s Open, What’s Closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Johnston

Only about a third of the nation’s businesses will close today to observe MLK Day.

Weird Iowa Rewind: $16,000 Missing Ring, Healing with Magnets, Even Burglars Shouldn't Skip Breakfast

The weird that was in the first full week back to work in 2013.

Best of Craigslist: Not Just for Creepy, Nutzo People Seeking 'Cute' Feet

Do you check Craigslist daily to see if anyone has posted anything about you? And if you do, is this "normal"?

'Looper' or 'Ted' Which Film Topped Redbox This Week? And New Releases

Check out the Top 5 rentals at Johnston Redbox kiosks this week, along with new releases at Family Video.

Special Weather Alert: Johnston

The National Weather Service in Des Moines has issued a weather alert for Johnston and other parts of the Des Moines metro.

Johnston and Metro Weekend Events: Show Choir Events, World’s Toughest Rodeo, Iowa Home Show, Plus Bon Jovi and Taylor Swift

Time, dates and ticket information for what’s going on in Johnston and the metro, including “The Monster Under the Bed,” and Iowa Energy basketball.

Weird Crime Rewind: Spongebob Coins Missing, $900 Pizza Fight, 'Criminal Mischief With the Cheese'

Also, a Farm Bureau Financial Services employee was allegedly caught on video urinating on female coworkers’ chairs.

Johnston, Help Us Write History on Historic Nexus of Inauguration, MLK Day: Call for Uploads

Whether you're celebrating President Obama's inauguration to a second term, serving others to commemorate the Martin Luther King holiday or both, make it part of the permanent historic record on Johnston Patch.

January Thaw: Johnston Weather Looks to Warm this Week

Expect some chance for precipitation, but temperatures should stay about freezing this week.

Is It Too Late to Get a Flu Shot? An Update on the Flu Season Peak

CDC reports flu is widespread and continuing to increase. See where you can get a flu shot in Johnston.

Lawson Elementary Pack 29 Dedicates Flag at Johnston Public Library

The flag will be displayed in an engraved box purchased by the Pack.

Weird Animal News 2012: Coyotes Invade, Dog Who Does Headstands, Cat Killed with Dart and Steve King Loves Dogs

Also, head lice in Waukee schools, bedbugs in Ankeny, socially deviant chipmunks and cat scratch fever in Urbandale.

Forecast for Quadrantid Meteor Shower 2013 Peak: When and Where to Watch

The first meteor shower of 2013 begins Tuesday over the skies of Johnston.

Johnston Weather Forecast: How Cold Will It Get Tonight?

Dangerous wind chills will settle into Johnston overnight and into Tuesday morning. Parts of Iowa face a wind chill advisory tonight into Tuesday.

Johnston Family Uses Son's Fight With Cancer to Help Others

The Cooper family of Johnston is planning a fundraiser on Jan. 26 at Grand Slam USA in Urbandale with Des Moines native and Tampa Bay pitcher Jeremy Hellickson.

Johnston Community Rallies Around Mom Fighting Cancer: 2012 Year in Review

Brandi Beckman graduated from Johnston High School in 1995. After living in Illinois for several years, she came home to Johnston to continue her battle against stage-four breast cancer.

Johnston's Two Lost Sons Tell Us All Something About Community: 2012 Year in Review

No doubt about the sadness involved when two young people take their lives, but through it all Johnston shows its compassion and strength.

Lawsuit Claims House Candidate Highfill Disfigured University of Iowa Roommate, Brandished Shotgun: 2012 Year in Review

In June, Johnston Patch covered a lawsuit filed against Republican nominee Jake Highfill. Here's a look back at the story.

Toast the 2013 New Year with a Bottle of Champagne

Choosing the appropriate sparkling wine for New Year's Eve can make you dizzy before the first sip. Here's a handy guide to the intoxicating world of bubbles on a budget.

Craigslist Highlights for Johnston: Dec. 30 Edition

Holiday train, John Deere Trade and more in this week's Craigslist highlights.

New Year’s Eve 2013 Parties and Events In and Around the Des Moines Metro

Patch has the 411 on some of the bigger parties around the Des Moines metro, Symphony’s Pops offering and Science Center, ImaginEve! and an alcohol-free event at the Botanical Center.

Snow Forecast by Evening Commute in Johnston; Freezing Drizzle Possible

Large ice chunks below new snow could present hidden dangers for motorists.

What Flicks Top Redbox in Johnston? And New Releases

Check out the Top 5 rentals at Johnston Redbox this week, along with new releases at Family Video.

New Year's Holiday: What's Open, What's Closed in Johnston

Here's a handy list of what's open and what's closed in Johnston for New Year's Eve and Day.

Weird Iowa Rewind: Weird Crime, Weird Confession, Weird Holidays, Weird Unending of the World

All the weird that's weird enough to print.

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Christmas Fun Facts and Trivia

How much will we spend this year? And what's the best-selling Christmas song of all time? Find the answers below.