Urbandale Mayor, Police Plan To 'Run For The Badge' In Honor Of Fallen Officer

Mayor Bob Andeweg will anchor a Run for the Badge team in honor of Urbandale police officer Justin Martin, who was shot and killed in 2016.

Urbandale Police Will Again Take Part In Prescription Drug Collection Program

The Urbandale Police Department is joining a federal agency for the seventh year to collect expired, unused and unneeded prescription pills.

Johnston School Threats: Classes Resume Wednesday With Late Start, Investigation Into Cyber Crime Continues

Schools will start two hours late on Wednesday in the Johnston district to give police time to sweep the buildings to ensure safety.

UPDATE: Police, FBI Investigating Johnston School Threats; Schools Will Resume Classes Wednesday

Johnston police find threats not substantiated; classes will resume Wednesday across the district.

Private Fireworks Display Approved in Western Urbandale

The annual fireworks display has been approved the last several years.

Urbandale-Clive Agreement Will Send Closest Emergency Unit To EMS, Fire Calls

Beginning Tuesday, Urbandale and Clive fire departments will respond to calls based on which unit is closest, rather than city boundaries.

Trunk or Treat: Urbandale Police Offer Safe Place For Kids To Collect Goodies

As trick or treating trends toward safer places to get goodies, Urbandale police plan to host a trunk or treat event.

Urbandale Police Seeking Man In Connection With Theft From Holiday Inn

Urbandale police are asking for the public's help in identifying a man wanted in connection with a theft case last week.

Listen To The Music: Urbandale Band Hosts Marching Invitational Saturday

More than 2,300 high school musicians will take part Saturday in the Urbandale Marching Band Invitational.

Urbandale Ties Interchange Projects, Development Areas Together With 'Urban Loop'

The newly designated Urban Loop in Urbandale will be a focal point for development as Iowa DOT interchange projects are completed.

Learn About Urbandale's Proposed $6 Million Fire Station At Meeting Tonight

Details of Urbandale's proposed third fire station, which would cost $6 million, will be available at an informational session tonight.

Urbandale Mayor Will Focus On Future In State Of The City Address Thursday

Urbandale celebrates its centennial this year and the mayoral State of the City address will highlight growth and upcoming projects.

DART to make schedule changes on October 1

Johnston and Altoona to get enhanced service

Urbandale Students Want To Turn Old Shoes Into Cash For School Needs

Give old shoes the boot and help Walnut Hills Elementary School students in Urbandale raise money for their school.

Urbandale Brand Campaign For Development Area To Be Launched Tuesday

Urbandale branding campaign will focus on two major interchanges and more than 700 acres of development area.

Living History Farms Will Host Juried Show Of Vintage And Handmade Items Oct. 7 & 8

The Vintage & Made Fair at Living History Farms will blend handcrafted and repurposed items with antiques and vintage decor.

Urbandale School Fundraiser Will Have Kids Racing Around Webster

Webster Elementary School students are taking donations for the fifth annual Race Around Webster, a one-mile loop run on Oct. 12.

Urbandale Chamber Seeking 'Best In Class' Nominations Through Nov. 1

The Urbandale Chamber will name Best in Class award winners and citizen and business of the year honorees at a Nov. 16 gala.

Four Newcomers To Join Urbandale School Board, President Graham Giles Ousted

Only three veteran Urbandale school board members will remain when four newly elected members take their seats Sept. 25.

Informational Meetings on Proposed Urbandale Fire Station #43

Proposed new fire station

Four New Members Come To Urbandale School Board, President Ousted

Majority of Urbandale school board will be rookies when the newcomers take their seats on Monday.

Urbandale High School Receives Award For Academic Excellence And Outstanding Achievement Among State's 4A High Schools

The Bank Iowa Traveling Challenge Cup Competition recognizes high schoolers' achievement in state-level academic events and activities.

Bottle & Bottega Finalizes Franchise Agreement with Local Entrepreneurs to Open Iowa’s First Location

James and Bridget Neely to Help Des Moines Residents Uncork their Inner Artist by Launching Innovative Art and Wine Concept

DART Commission votes unanimously to change to more unanimous route structure

Each member government to have one representative with new governance structure

Urbandale Raptors take 2nd place in the Stars and Strikes NIT

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Screaming Eagles take 2nd Place in the Line Drive NIT

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Urbandale Raptors Capture 2nd place in the Eastern Iowa Slugfest.

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Urbandale Raptors' First Tournament Win!!

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Winter Art Classes in Ankeny

When Christmas is over and it's cold outside, everyone gets bored easily. We have great art classes to help get rid of the winter blues.

Ride DART and fight hunger on December 8

Collected fares will fight hunger in Polk County.

Mantality Donates $2,500 to Des Moines Police Officers' Credit Union

Low testosterone treatment centers support area's fallen officers

Faith Lutheran Church raises over $1,800 for local food pantry

Event part of Hunger Awareness Month

2 Iowa Police Officers Killed In Ambush Attacks; Suspect Scott Michael Greene In Custody

Suspect recently filmed himself with a Confederate flag at a high school football game waving it at black fans.

Give the Gift of LearningRx

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Ride free on DART buses, October 16 to 22

No pass or fare required.

DART announces proposals for enhanced service

Bus shelters, extended hours and service to outlying communities among proposals

2016 Santa's North Pole Village Craft Sale

This seasonal event has been an Ankeny tradition for 35 years and draws over 6,000 excited shoppers and vendors from several states!

Marco’s Pizza Announces Aggressive Growth Plans for Iowa

Nation’s Fastest Growing Pizza Franchise to Add More than 30 New Locations

Spice Up Your Swing Smashup with Step Into Swing in Des Moines on October 15!

Event open to beginners and more advanced swing dance students

DART schedules to change on August 21

Route 74, which serves Urbandale, to see minor changes