Car Stolen From Bar Parking Lot: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls March 9 and March 10. Take a look at the reports.

Theft From JMS: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls March 7 and March 8. Take a look at the reports.

Eat a Cookie, It's The Girl Scouts' 101st Birthday

Today is Girl Scout's 101st birthday, which is of course a great distinction, but it's also a great excuse to eat Girl Scout Cookies. Even better, this entire week is dubbed Girl Scout Week. Find some cookies near Johnston.

Weird Iowa Rewind: Speedy NFL Combine, Underwear Thief, and Goldilocks Steals Food

Plus, Ankeny and Waukee join the Harlem Shake craze, Johnston and Urbandale police have their own, twisted version of "Storage Wars" and double-long Cyride buses arrive.

Preparing for Spring Running Season Begins Now in Johnston

Johnston chiropractor offers tips for training, injury prevention and treatment.

Senior Caring Hands Group Sees Red For A Good Cause

The Johnston Caring Hands senior ladies have been at it again.

Home of the Week: Breath-Taking Home Awaits in Johnston

Johnston Home of the Week: 6520 Nw 93rd St.

Johnston Middle School Students Honored For Instrumental Work

Recently two Johnston Middle School students were honored for their outstanding musical prowess.

How Did Johnston High School Students Do at State Academic Decathlon?

Students traveled to Mount Vernon earlier this month for the competition.

Winter Storm Alert: How Much Will Winter Storm Triton Dump on Johnston?

Heavy snow began in the area late Sunday afternoon.

OWI, Damaged Traffic Signs: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls March 6 and March 7. Take a look at the reports.

Demolished Mailbox, Gas Drive Off: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls March 4 and March 5. Take a look at the reports.

Best of Johnston Craigslist: Lucky Duck? (Not So Much) Alien in the Dumpster?

Also, more unrequited love and some unusual items for sale.

Spring Forward — Daylight Saving Time 2013 Begins Sunday

Sunday we get to spring ahead by winding the clocks forward an hour for daylight saving time.

Weekend Events: Lions Club Book Sale, plus Home Show, Beer Fest, Sex Ed, and ‘Jekyll and Hyde’

Time, dates and ticket information for what’s going on in Johnston and the metro, plus upcoming Jackson Browne and Morrissey shows.

Top 8 Stories on Johnston Patch in February: National Merit Finalists, No Saturday Mail Delivery

Want to know what stories your neighbors were reading last month? Well, here you go.

Johnston, Urbandale Police Work Together on Budget Storage Thefts

A number of storage units have been broken into over the last month.

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 7.

Did TwiHards Bring 'Breaking Dawn Part II' To The Top of Redbox?

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

From The Mayor's Desk: It Takes A Village

Several times each year I am invited to participate in the graduation ceremonies of Johnston’s fifth graders from the 411 program.

Johnston Police Blotter Rewind: Hit-and-Run, Drug Charges

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls Feb. 23 to March 4. Take a look at the reports.

Driving While Barred, OWI: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls March 2 to March 4. Take a look at the reports.

Juvenile in Possession of Marijuana: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls Feb. 28 and March 1. Take a look at the reports.

Weird Iowa Rewind: Harlem Shake Redux, FRY Fest Adds Dan Gable, NASCAR-Themed House For Sale

Plus, an Ames man reportedly stole his former dog because he was headed to prison anyway, and a West Des Moines woman decided that after five months her fiance wasn't bringing her Jeep back.

Legendary Tweeter - Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley - Hanging it Up? Say It Ain't So!

The long-time senator is making a change to his Twitter usage.

Johnston Council Sets 2014 Property Tax Rate

The city expects to spend $49 million in 2014 fiscal year.

Guess How Much Someone Just Won in the Lotto in Johnston?

The Quik Trip on Merle Hay Road in Johnston sold a scratch ticket worth a top prize.

Home of the Week: Contemporary, Modern Setting in Johnston

Johnston Home of the Week: 5305 Northwest 91st Court

Johnston City Council Hosts Public Hearing on 2014 Budget Tonight

The council meets at 6 p.m. for a work session followed by the regular meeting at 7 p.m.

Winter Weather Advisory: When Will Winter Storm Saturn Bring Snow, Freezing Rain?

More winter weather is on the way for Johnston.

Spring Forward: What Will You Do in Johnston With More Daylight After Sunday?

Sunday we get to spring ahead by winding the clocks forward an hour for daylight saving time.

Johnston Weather Alert: Hazardous Weather Outlook Snow, Sleet Possible

Snow and sleet will be entering the area once again.

Best of Johnston Craigslist: Dating, Banking, Politicking for Marijuana Reform and World Peace, Refrigerator with NASCAR Past and Struck Positively Dumb

Also, will work for Harley, mortician supplies wanted, cool RAGBRAI bus waiting to be filled and things that make you say “Ew.”

Hit-and-Run, Arrest at Johnston High School: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls Feb. 28. Take a look at the reports.

Fraudulent Credit Card Charges: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls Feb. 25. Take a look at the reports.

Harassment of an Officer: Johnston Police Blotter

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls Feb. 23 to Feb. 24. Take a look at the reports.

Public Meeting Focuses on Northwest Beaver Drive Reconstruction Project

The City of Johnston Public Works Department will be hosting a public information meeting for the NW Beaver Drive Reconstruction Project.

PHOTOS: Johnston Girl Scouts Celebrate World Thinking Day

On Feb. 24, more than 170 Johnston Girl Scouts celebrated with different cultures.

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 Feb. 28.

Latham Won't Run for Senate, Congressman Steve King Hasn't Decided

King issued a statement on his Facebook page Wednesday afternoon that he wouldn't rush into a decision on running for U.S. Senate. Democrat Tom Harkin has said he won't seek re-election in 2014.