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You won't want to miss ChildServe – Johnston Sibshops 2026 on the Johnston Patch calendar

Hello Johnston! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️
Coming up on the calendar:
- ChildServe – Johnston Sibshops 2026
- Planning & Zoning Meeting at Johnston, IA Calendar
- Library Board Meeting at Johnston, IA Calendar
... and check out 6 more events on the calendar!
Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Monday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 87 and low of 55 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 73, low: 52.
- Wednesday: Periods of rain, with a high of 65 and low of 52 degrees.
📸 Around Johnston
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Johnston
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★ Featured events ★
- ChildServe – Johnston Sibshops 2026 →
5406 Merle Hay Road, Johnston
Saturday October 17
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Other local events
- Planning & Zoning Meeting →
Johnston, IA Calendar, 6221 Merle Hay Road PO Box 410, Johnston
7:00 pm - Library Board Meeting →
Johnston, IA Calendar, 6700 Merle Hay Road, Johnston
5:30 pm - Board of Adjustment Meeting →
Johnston, IA Calendar, 6221 Merle Hay Road PO Box 410, Johnston
6:30 pm - FJELP Fall Program
Horizon Elementary School, 5905 NW 100th St, Johnston
7:00 pm - City Council Meeting
Johnston City Hall, 6221 Merle Hay Road, Johnston
7:00 pm - City Council Meeting →
Johnston, IA Calendar, 6221 Merle Hay Road PO Box 410, Johnston
7:00 pm - Health & Wellness Coffee Connection →
8709 Northpark Court, Johnston
8:00 am - Prescription Drug Take Back Day →
Johnston, IA Calendar, 6373 Merle Hay Road, Johnston
10:00 am
Monday October 12
Thursday October 15
Monday October 19
Friday October 23
Saturday October 24
📣 Johnston Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Drop-In Pickleball →
Recreation Station, 4020 121st Street, Urbandale
9:00 am - Baby Bounce →
3520 86th St, Urbandale
9:00 am - Toddler Time →
3520 86th St, Urbandale
10:00 am
Monday October 12
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Veridian Credit Union posted a job opening for Teller Service Representative - PT in Johnston. Apply here.
- K1 Speed posted a job opening for Cashier in Grimes. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Johnston here.
🗞 Nearby News
Grimes
- Grimes father sentenced to at least three decades in prison for killing baby (kcau9.com)
Urbandale
- Where To Find The Best Apple Pie In Each State (mashed.com)
- KMAland Volleyball (10/10): Riverside, Murray, Ankeny Christian, Falls City claim tournament titles (kmaland.com)
Ankeny
- Families call for change after two deaths at rural Bondurant intersection (who13.com)
- Josh Turek, Ashley Hinson talk water quality, cancer in US Senate race (desmoinesregister.com)
- Exclusive: Soldiers and Gold Star families press Army leadership after deadly Iranian drone strike (yoursun.com)
Ok Johnston! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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