DMARC Mobile Food Pantry to be in service at DART Central

Pantry to be at terminal twice a month.

DMARC Mobile Food Pantry to be in service at DART Central

Pantry to be at bus terminal twice a month.

West Des Moines Parking Ban In Effect

Violators of the emergency parking ban face a fine of $50 and/or towing.

All DART routes now feature free Wi-Fi service

Wi-Fi service ties in with new fareboxes slated for this summer.

Weather-Related Delays Tuesday: Schools Facing 2-Hour Late Start

The continued deep freeze has delayed the return to classes in some districts following winter break.

Emergency Parking Ban In West Des Moines Begins At Midnight

Vehicles parked on the street once the emergency ban begins are subject to a fine or towing.

No DART service on Christmas and New Year's Days

Riders advised to plan their trips accordingly

West Des Moines Restaurant Remodel Benefits Habitat For Humanity

Everything from tables and curtains to artwork and decor was donated when Olive Garden modernized its nearly 30-year-old restaurant.

Pedestrian Hit By Car Monday Night In Clive Dies

The car that hit the man reportedly ended up down an embankment and on its side, KCCI-TV reported.

Nicole Finn Murder Case: 5 Things About Mom Who Starved Daughter

The starved teen died of cardiac arrest, severely malnourished and underweight, after being regularly locked in a room and denied food.

One Last 'Jingle In The Junction' Tonight In West Des Moines

The weekly holiday event ends tonight with activities from 5 to 9 p.m. in Valley Junction.

Seventh art bus unveiled today

Artwork done by Benjamin Gardner of Drake University

For Kicks: Man Creates 14-Foot Leg Lamp From 'A Christmas Story'

Tom Gross created his eye-catching leg lamp in tribute to what he calls "the greatest holiday story of all time."

NASA Astronaut Peggy Whitson Hangs With West Des Moines Girl

The Iowa native, who blasted record after record in space, is back on Earth encouraging girls and women to pursue careers in STEM fields.

Driver Killed In Highway 5 Collision Identified

The accident Monday killed a high school senior active in wrestling, FFA and 4-H.

West Des Moines Park Areas To Undergo Prairie Burns

Fire is commonly used to control invasive plants and restore native plants to park areas.

Iowa Sites Getting In On Cyber Monday Madness - UPDATED

Deals available online today include discounted tickets to Iowa Wild games, the Iowa State Fair and UNI basketball and wrestling.

Be Thankful For This: Police Warn of Traffic Enforcement Plan

West Des Moines police will conduct heightened enforcement efforts to watch for violations including seatbelt use and impaired driving.

West Des Moines Has Reopened Two Major Roads: Updated

Normal traffic will be restored on Ashworth Road and South 60th Street, but work to widen Ashworth will resume in the spring.

Meet Former Hawkeyes QB Chuck Long On Sunday

Long will be signing a new biography and story about the resurgence of UI football in the 1980's.

Valley West Mall Younkers Remains Closed Following Fire: Updated

A call around 5 a.m. led West Des Moines crews to a fire in a mechanical area of the store.

West Des Moines October Building Permits Near $85M

A permit issued for construction at one of three Microsoft data center sites accounted for $69 million of October's $84.58 million total.

Love West Des Moines? Volunteer To Be A 'Patch Mayor'

If you love the people, places and events that make your community unique ad you like to share the news, you might make a good Patch Mayor.

Fall Cleanup At West Des Moines' Jordan Cemetery Begins Today

After the fall cleanup, decorations may be placed on graves starting Nov. 13.

'Vote Valley Junction' Campaign Winding Down

The Lyric Building, home to the Theatrical Shop, is in the running for a $150,000 grant to be decided by a public vote that ends Tuesday.

Unveiling Party At West Glen Town Center Tonight Will Debut Mural

The interactive piece by artist Kelsey Lampe is the third public art project to be installed at West Glen Town Center.

DART inaugurates MyDART app today

App can allow riders to purchase their bus passes on smartphones.

10th Annual Winter Warmth Drive Needs Volunteers in Des Moines, West Des Moines

More than 10,000 donated winter clothing items will be provided to the homeless and near homeless by working with social service agencies.

DART to inaugurate smartphone app for riders to pay their bus fare.

Riders can purchase passes on smart phone to show to bus operate as they board.

DART to make service changes on October 1

Johnston and Altoona to get enhanced service

Vote Now: Valley Junction's Theatrical Shop Vies For Cash In National Contest

The Theatrical Shop in Valley Junction is among 25 projects in a national contest to award renovation money, based on public voting.

West Des Moines Business Owner Brings Juried Show Of Vintage Items To Area

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

City of West Des Moines Announces Independence Day

The City of West Des Moines has announced office closings for the upcoming Independence Day holiday.

Symetra's West Des Moines Employees Give Back During Symetra Week of Service

“As a company, Symetra is committed to making a positive impact in our communities.”—Symetra CFO Margaret Meister

Iowa Man’s $5.7M Gift To Hometown Has A Beautiful Catch

John Criss surprised his hometown in his will, leaving his $5.7 million fortune with a simple request: Make Sac City beautiful.

McDonald's Employee Beats The McCrap Out Of Attacking Customer (Video)

A woman who was hungry became upset at the wait time for her McChicken sandwich at a McDonald's in Iowa.

DART announces changes to routes 6 and 16

Route 6 to serve Principal Park area

Board DART buses with a bike and ride free during May

Offer done as part of National Bike Month.

Free Wi-fi to be offered on DART Route 52 for one year

Pilot to evaluate impact of Wi-fi on ridership and rider satisfaction.

Three local agencies receive retired DART vans

Nineteen organizations applied for the vans.