Students selected for University of Iowa’s Belin-Blank Summer Institute

Students from Johnston's two middle schools were selected to attend a two-week summer institute at the University of Iowa.

NCAA Final Four: TV Schedule, Game Time, Betting Lines and Predictions

Louisville Cardinals face Wichita State without Kevin Ware, who's out after a gruesome injury. Trey Burke, Tim Hardaway Jr. and the Michigan Wolverines face Syracuse Orange. You can catch the action right here in Johnston. Find out where.

Zero Dark Thirty, Argo, Lincoln, Killing Them Softly: Top Movie Rentals in Johnston

Brad Pitt, Daniel Day-Lewis, Jessica Chastain are among the stars in top movies out for rent this week. Check out this week's Top 5 Redbox rentals and make your viewing list.

Johnston's Innovation Competes Saturday for National Show Choir Title

The Johnston High School show choir competes today in the 2013 Show Choir National Championship Series.

Best of Johnston Craigslist: Possessed Drawers, Lost Clothes, Turkeys and Imagery for Return of Lost Mind

It’s springtime around the Patches. You know what that means. The sap is running hard.

Weekend Events: 'Thoroughly Modern Millie' at Johnston High School, plus Iowa Barnstormers, ChildServe Bubble Ball, DSM Sushi Roll and More

Time, dates and ticket information for what’s going on in Johnston and the metro, plus upcoming John Bon Jovi and Justin Bieber concerts, and David Byrne at 80/35 tickets now on sale.

Suspect in Gas Drive-Off Returns to Pay: Johnston Police Calls

Also, a girl called police to report her brother threatened her. Take a look at today's reports from the Johnston Police Department.

Car Accident at High School Leads to Threat of Harassment Charge: Johnston Police Calls

Also, a pharmacy reported an altered prescription. Take a look at today's reports from the Johnston Police Department.

Five Iowa Job Openings In and Around Johnston, Des Moines

Here's our look at who's hiring in and around Johnston for the week of April 4.

What Caused Surprise Class Reunion in Johnston to Head South?

A West Des Moines woman’s joy in seeing an Urbandale man, and old pal from high school, reportedly didn’t last after they left a Johnston bar.

Johnston Mayor Swears in Three Firefighters

Mayor Paula Dierenfeld administered the oath of office to three Johnston firefighters at the April 1 Johnston City Council meeting.

From The Mayor's Desk: New Fire Station to Make Community Safer

Last Friday, a hundred residents, businesses and community leaders from Johnston and Grimes gathered at 62nd Avenue and 103rd Street and dedicated the new Johnston Fire Station No. 2 and Police Annex.

Questions Linger as Johnston School Officials Kick Off 2nd Push for New High School

A public vote is set for June 25 on a $41 million bond that will pave the way for a new high school in Johnston.

Fighting Back Against Cancer: Polk County Gears Up for Annual Relay for Life

The event is one of more than 90 American Cancer Society Relay For Life events across Iowa, in which more than 23,000 Iowans participate.

WOW House: What You Get for $700K in Johnston Real Estate

This 6,000 square-foot jaw dropper has an acreage, a pool and is close to town.

Fidel Castro Gets Driving Charge and Impounded Vehicle: Johnston Police Calls

Johnston Police responded to a runaway, a dog on the loose and a domestic dispute between a husband and wife.

After Son's Suicide, Johnston Principal Pushes for Teacher Training

Brian Carico, who is also the principal at Johnston Middle School, has been working on a bill before the Iowa Legislature that would make training part of teaching license renewal.

Where is Your 2012 Income Tax Refund?

Use IRS.Gov's “Where's My Refund” to see when you will receive your tax refund this year and where to seek filing help in Johnston.

Johnston Schools to Hold Press Conference on Tuesday About $41 Bond Campaign

A press conference will be held on April 2 at 9:00 a.m. at the Johnston Community School District administration center, 5608 Merle Hay Road, Johnston.

Best of Johnston Craigslist: Will Trade Belly-Button Lint for Harley

There’s lots to poke your eye out with a stick about this week.

NCAA Tournament: March Madness TV Schedule and Where to Watch in Johnston

The NCAA Tournament is in full swing and there's some great games on this weekend, including Kansas Jayhawks v. Michigan and Duke v. Michigan State this evening.

Brad Zaun: Increase in Revenues Not a Green Light to Grow Government

Good news arrived last week that came from the Revenue Estimating Conference to discuss the state’s financial situation.

Weekend Events: Easter Egg Hunts, Last Supper Drama and More

Time, dates and ticket information for what’s going on in Johnston and the metro, plus upcoming Kenny Chesney and Willie Nelson shows.

Johnston Farmers' Market Open May 21; Vendors Sought

The Johnston Farmers' Market takes place from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesdays.

Volunteers Invited To Help Battle Spread of Invasive Plants at Beaver Creek Natural Resource Area

Volunteers will meet at Crown Point Community Center, 6300 Pioneer Parkway at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 13.

Volunteers Invited To Help Battle Spread of Invasive Plants at Beaver Creek Natural Resource Area

Volunteers will meet at Crown Point Community Center, 6300 Pioneer Parkway at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 13.

It's Been Real And It's Been Fun, But This Is Goodbye: EDITOR'S NOTEBOOK

Goodbyes are hard.

Dog Running at Large: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls March 23. Take a look at the reports.

Johnston Police Blotter Rewind: Stolen Wallet, Stolen Car

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls March 15 and March 20. Take a look at the reports.

Drug Possession: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls March 21 to March 23. Take a look at the reports.

Five Iowa Job Openings In and Around Johnston, Des Moines

Here's our look at who's hiring in and around Johnston for the week of March 28.

Fire Station Dedication Set For Friday

The community is invited to a special dedication ceremony for the city's second fire station.

The Hunt For Osama Bin Laden Tops This Week's Redbox

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

Iowa Severe Weather Awareness Week 2013: How Johnston Residents Can Prepare Themselves This Year

March 25-29, 2013 has been designated as Severe Weather Awareness Week in Iowa. What is going on in Johnton to ensure you are prepared?

Johnston Community School Foundation Hosts 'A Taste of Giving'

The event will take place on April 5 at John Deere Financial in Johnston.

Weird Iowa Rewind: Weird Gun in the Pants, Weird Vasectomies and Weird Weather

Plus, the Urbandale Citigroup office had drugs mailed to it, Waukee students chose to spend their spring break learning, and an Iowa City woman facing drug charges once told police the cocaine found in her house was baking soda used for toothpaste.

Stolen Boat: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls March 20 and March 21. Take a look at the reports.

Suspicious Vechicle: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls March 19 and March 20. Take a look at the reports.

Car Purchased With Closed Checking Account: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls March 15 and March 18. Take a look at the reports.

Home of the Week: Clean Architecture Featured In New, Modern Home

Home of the Week: 8520 Long Meadow Lane