🌱 Patch AM: How worried should West Des Moines drivers be about license plate cameras?

Also, don’t miss West YP: Book Club Affinity Group on the West Des Moines Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: When West Des Moines kids should head out for Halloween candy

Coming up on the West Des Moines Patch calendar: Valley Youth CC Meet (DSM)

🌱 Patch AM: What West Des Moines parents must know about kids’ e-bikes now

Make time for Drop-in Activity for Adults: Halloween Bookmarks on the West Des Moines Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: What’s now legal for e-bikes and scooters in West Des Moines?

And check out October 2026 Regional Breakfast: Iowa Wild on the West Des Moines Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Where can you ride e-bikes and scooters in West Des Moines?

Happening soon: OCIA Meeting on the West Des Moines Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How a Valley alum turned West Des Moines memories into a concert

Also, don’t miss Dad's Connection Group on the West Des Moines Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How a West Des Moines runner fared in the IMT Half Marathon

Also, don’t miss Valley High School Jazz Committee on the West Des Moines Patch calendar

Viking Foundation 2025 Grants Announced

Seven Polk County nonprofits receive funding from Viking Foundation of Lincoln

Viking Foundation grant proposal deadline approaches

Nonprofits need to submit by October 1

Meet A Future Leader In West Des Moines: Luke Wittrock

Patch and T-Mobile have partnered to highlight young people achieving great things in our community.

Viking Foundation Gives Yearend Grants

Seven local nonprofit organizations receive funds totaling $30,000!

Viking Foundation proposal submissions due soon!

Polk County nonprofits can submit grant proposals through Oct. 1

AFS-USA is seeking host families to welcome an exchange student

Make a difference in a young person’s life by becoming an AFS-USA host family.

Six local organizations receive grants

Viking Foundation announces 2023 nonprofit grant recipients

5 Amazing Volunteer Organizations In West Des Moines

Looking for ways to give back in your community? Start here!

Area Nonprofits Receive 6 Grants

Viking Foundation Announces 2022 Polk County Awards

West Des Moines Historical Society: We're Growing

The West Des Moines Historical Society is pleased to announce the acquisition of three acres of land next to the Jordan House Museum.

West Des Moines Historical Society: Stitches In Time

Quilts are functional art. Lovingly stitched together, combining memories and meaning in every scrap of fabric.

City Of West Des Moines: We're Hiring!

See the latest announcement from the City of West Des Moines.

West Des Moines Historical Society: Black History Month: Jefferson Logan

Jefferson Logan was born 21 October 1836 in Missouri and became a freedom seeker in 1862.

West Des Moines Historical Society: Black History Month: Henry & Jennie Bell

As we observe Black History Month in February, we'd like to introduce you to African Americans in Iowa you should know.

West Des Moines Historical Society: Iowa Files; Doors To The Past; Sherman Hill

The recording of the January 16 Iowa Files presentation is now available on our YouTube channel. You can watch it here.

Chance To Win Super Bowl Tickets By Donating Blood: Red Cross

Red Cross blood donors will be entered for a chance to win tickets to the Super Bowl.

Free Tour In Honor Of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day In West Des Moines

The City of West Des Moines Is proud to offer a free tour of the historic Jordan House Museum Sunday, January 16.

West Des Moines Historical Society: Online Inventory Database

We are committed to providing access to West Des Moines’ history, and we are proud to launch our new online inventory database.

Chance To Win Super Bowl Tickets By Donating Blood: Red Cross

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives being held nearby.

West Des Moines Historical Society: Martin Luther King Jr. Day Awards 2022

Two awards will be presented. One will recognize a Community Leader and the other celebrates Youth Leadership.

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drive In West Des Moines Area

The nation is experiencing a severe blood supply shortage.

West Des Moines Historical Society: Gift Certificates For Pathway To History

Cement their place in West Des Moines’ history by purchasing an engraved paver for the Jordan House Museum’s Pathway to History.

West Des Moines Public Library Library Partners With Community To Offer Teen Tech Help

“I think it’s cool that this kind of program exists to help people who really don’t get a lot of attention in our community,” said Mayada.

West Des Moines Public Library: November Is National Novel Writing Month

To participate, simply register on the NaNoWriMo site and be ready to hit the ground running on November 1.

West Des Moines Public Library: Autumn Staff Picks

"We've narrowed down our favorite books with fall vibes for kids, young adults, and adults below".

West Des Moines Public Library: Support The West Des Moines Library On October 13

Stop by the Jordan Creek Mall Barnes & Noble on October 13th to support the library during our B&N Book Fair.

West Des Moines Public Library: Celebrating Banned Books Week For September 26 To October 2, 2021

"View our compiled lists of banned and challenged books below, and be sure to stop in to the library to see our celebration".

West Des Moines Public Library: Review: Proud: Living My Americn Dream By Ibtihaj Muhammad

There were times when I simply could not put this book down, and trust me, it’s rare that nonfiction has this effect on me.

Nonprofit Grant Deadline Upcoming

Grant proposals are due soon!

West Des Moines Historical Society: Deck The Jordan House Halls

Choose a theme and decorate your chosen room between November 15 and December 1.

Blood Donors Needed In West Des Moines Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

The U.S. is experiencing a severe blood donation shortage.

Blood Donors Needed In West Des Moines Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives coming up in the West Des Moines area.

Blood Donations Needed In West Des Moines Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

The U.S. is experiencing a severe blood donation shortage.

Blood Donors Needed In West Des Moines Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

There's a Red Cross blood drive coming up near you.