Doug Gross says Iowa Governor Terry Branstad has really strong odds to win in the 2014 governors race.
What do you remember most about those trying days for Valley Junction and the rest of West Des Moines? Share your memories on Patch.
Sony's new high-definition television shifts the focus from size to clarity. Sponsored by Sony.
Add your garage sale to the West Des Moines database.
The West Des Moines City Council is considering a resolution that could modify city policy on hunting in an effort to curb the city's deer population.
Embattled West Des Moines businessman holds bank foreclosing on two properties at bay, at least temporarily.
A quick look at the weather for the week of July 1.
On her Twitter feed, the Olympic gold medalist tells of an online fundraising campaign for a gymnastics movie and hints that she will be the star.
Sculptures by Iowa artists will be on display until Sept. 30 along the walking trail that circles the pond on the West Des Moines City/School Campus.
Here is a look at who is hiring in and around West Des Moines for the week of June 30.
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Spraying will take place during the evening hours of Tuesday and Wednesday.
Movie reviews and movie times for theaters in West Des Moines, including "Man of Steel" and "Monsters University". Let Patch help you decide what you're going to see this weekend.
Police say a man broken into an SUV parked at at West Des Moines fitness center, stole a credit card and rang up charges. A $1,000 reward is being offered.
Coaches and players from the West Des Moines Valley's baseball team helped save the life of assistant coach Blake Weber, who collapsed with a heart attack during practice earlier this year.
A bacon-wrapped riblet on-a-stick and a shrimp corndog are just one of many deliciously sinful new foods on this year's Iowa State Fair menu.
Both aquatic centers in the city will be open if your Independence Day plans involve a cool dip – and admission rates are deeply discounted.
West Des Moines hosts three-day festival with speakers on survivalism, skills demonstrations and vendors with everything you'll need.
Also, the next stop was semi-well-adjusted young adulthood and she just plain missed the bus.
New on the West Des Moines real estate market, this home at 9434 Winterberry Drive won’t last long at $379,000.
The map shows where and when sales are happening in West Des Moines. Click on the "Details" link to find out what's being offered.
West Des Moines utility increases the use of its own source water and minimize purchase of water from Des Moines Water Works as long as river nitrate levels remain exceptionally high.
Three individuals are up for the position, according to the West Des Moines city manager. They will interview on July 2.
Police think West Des Moines woman who reportedly dropped son off at park about 2 p.m., but didn’t call police to tell them he was missing until about 8, was drunk.
Sen. Matt McCoy says Supreme Court reflects an important shift nationally and is a watershed moment.