Editor's Notebook: A Microburst Weather Tale of Terror and Destruction

It wasn't a tornado, but the damage was real. Patch Editor Ashlee Kieler went through a weather phenomenon known as a microburst, which is suspected of damaging Willow Creek Golf Course in West Des Moines.

Letters Pleading for Price Lab Appear to Have Been Withheld From Regents

The closure of Price Lab, a UNI stable for students and teachers, was closed recently. But Cedar Fall's patch editor dug up information on letters of support that never made it.

Thunderstorms Headed Toward Johnston — And It's Still Winter

Rain starts Monday afternoon and continues through much of the week.

Johnston Council Looks at Ways to Unsnarl Rush-Hour Traffic

Rush-hour traffic congestion at Northwest 100th Street and Northwest 70th Avenue may be lessened if the Johnston City Council OKs a temporary traffic signal at the intersection.

Learn How to Help Johnston After Prom by Renting a Tux

See what's happening around Johnston this Tuesday.

Where's the Lowest Gas In Johnston This Week?

Each week, Johnston Patch will show you where the lowest gas prices can be found in town. And you can check any time using your mobile device.

Game On! At Johnston Public Library

Happy Monday Patchers, what do you have planned?

Johnston Supports Mom With Cancer — And Other Picks From Our Iowa Patches

Johnston residents have joined in the fight to help a mother of three young boys with an aggressive form of cancer. Her story and more from our Patches in West Des Moines, Waukee, Urbandale, Ankeny, Ames, Cedar Falls, Iowa City and Marion.

Johnston Council to Hear Request for Ice Cream Truck

The Johnston City Council Meets at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

Happy St. Patrick's Day: Here's What Happening Around Johnston

What do you have planned this weekend, Patchers?

Time to Vote: Where's the Best Place in Johnston to Watch March Madness?

In our second local Patch Poll, tell us where you like to sit with a cold drink and get mad with NCAA hoops!

Mickey's Irish Pub Sweeps Patch's 'Best Place to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day' Contest

Mickey's Irish Pub in Waukee came out on top of Patch's "Best Place to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day" contest. Who was your favorite?

Johnston Police Seek Community's Help in Solving Kum & Go Theft

The Johnston Police Department released an alert regarding a reported theft of cigarettes from a local Kum & Go store.

Red-Light Camera Ban, Reported Dead, Will Be Revived Says Lawmaker

The bill was reported in some media as dead yesterday, but one representative from Cedar Falls isn't giving up.

Green Beer and More to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Johnston

Check out a few specials at Johnston bars for the holiday Saturday. Mickey's Irish Pub in Waukee wins the Patch Readers' Choice vote for best Irish bar in the metro.

Johnston Police Respond to 10 Mailboxes Damaged Along 62nd Street

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls from March 8 to March 13. Take a look at the reports.

What Comedy Topped Johnston Redbox Rentals This Week?

There's something for everyone this week in the Top 5 Redbox rentals.

Are You A Hunger Games Fanatic? The Johnston Public Library Has Something For You

TGIF Johnston Patcher! What do you have planned today?

Another Beautiful Day In Store For Johnston, But Is There Still Winter In The Forecast?

We're headed for another record high today.

Encore: Fundraiser Set For Johnston Mom Battling Cancer and 'Astronomical' Medical Bills

A fundraiser for Brandi Beckman is slated for 4 p.m. March 31 in Urbandale. The mother of three has undergone multiple surgeries and treatments for stage four breast cancer.

Storytime, Band Solos, Meetings … Just Another Day in Johnston

What do you have planned today Johnston Patchers?

Video: Take a Ride Around Available Real Estate in Orchard Meadows In Johnston

Kohles Homes posted a video recently of property available in Johnston. Do you think video is a better way to showcase to possible home owners?

80 Degrees in March? It's Pure Madness in Johnston

It's another beautiful day in Johnston. Are you playing hookey to enjoy it?

A Decade of Defunding Higher Education: Learn the History Behind Funding Woes Before Heading to College This Fall

DISPATCH: Iowa's funding for higher education has been shrinking for the past 12 years, a trend mirrored across the country.

Five Things For Johnston Wednesday: Wee Read, Games and Sunny Skies

What do you have planned today Johnston Patchers?

ENCORE: Johnston Community Rallies Around Mom Fighting Cancer

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.

Iowa House Ethics Committee Dismisses Claim Against Johnston Representative Helland

A formal complaint filed with the Iowa House Ethics Committee against Erik Helland charged that he acted inappropriately by allegedly offering a job to a challenge for his House seat.

Patch Poll: What's Your Excuse to Miss Work On This Beautiful March Day?

Plants already think it’s spring. Why shouldn’t you?

Principal from Hiatt School in Des Moines Named to Lead Johnston's Summit Middle School

The Johnston school board approved the hiring of Joy Weibers as principal of Summit starting in July.

Johnston School District Receives Award For Excellence in Financial Reporting

The district received the recognition for the fiscal year ending 2011.

Warm Weather Awaits Johnston Boys' Track Team As It Heads to Ames

There's plenty happening around Johnston on what could be a record-warm day. What do you have planned?

Woman Reports Home Falsely Posted for Rent On Craigslist in Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls from March 6 to March 8. Take a look at the reports.

OK Johnston, Where's the Best Place To Celebrate St. Patrick's Day?

Who will have a little "luck of the Irish" on their side in this week's Readers' Choice contest? This time we're taking the contest regional to ask you where the best place is in the Metro to celebrate St. Patrick's Day?

Johnston School Board Reviews Plans for Proposed High School Plus Usage for Current Building Tonight

The Johnston school board meets at 6 p.m.

A Warm Start to Your Week

What do you have planned today Johnston?

Helland: House Bill Addresses Root of Property Tax Problem

Rep. Erik Helland recaps work to align spending and revenue.

Head to the Johnston Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, Then Hit the Home & Garden Show

See what's happening around Johnston this weekend.

Johnston Community School Foundation Annoucnes Hall of Fame Inductees

The annual Hall of Fame Banquet takes place Friday, April 13.

Who Took Top Prize in Johnston's Best of Work Out Challenge?

After two weeks, countless votes and fabulous comments from gym participants, it's time to crown a winner.

Summit Sixth-Graders Study Organs From Donated Cadavers

Students had the opportunity to get hands-on experience while learning about the human body.