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Dallas County residents in Iowa received $6,133,121 in food assistance in 2023

Dallas County saw a 1.2% decrease in the amount of money allocated for food assistance from 2022 to 2023.

By West DSM News | Apr 26, 2024

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Dallas County in 2021

Farms throughout cities in Dallas County received $19.5 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

By West DSM News | Feb 28, 2024

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Polk County rise or fall in 2021?

By West DSM News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Polk County received $9.4 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Polk County receive in 2021?

By West DSM News | Feb 24, 2024

Farms in Polk County received $24,461,822 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Dallas County farmers in 2021 reached $22,025,828

By West DSM News | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Dallas County received $22,025,828 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Warren County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By West DSM News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Warren County received $16,278,691 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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City of Ankeny passes new ordinance allowing UTVs on city streets

By West DSM News Report | Jul 11, 2023

Starting on July 10, 2023, utility-terrain vehicles (UTVs) are allowed to operate on Ankeny city streets.

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City of Ankeny announces RAGBRAI route through Ankeny

By West DSM News Report | Jul 10, 2023

The City of Ankeny is excited to welcome RAGBRAI participants to our community on July 26, 2023.

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Westbound lanes of Westown Parkway to close on Monday, July 10

By West DSM News Report | Jul 6, 2023

On Monday, July 10, at 7 a.m., Des Moines Asphalt and Paving will close the westbound lanes of Westown Parkway from West Lakes Parkway to 50th Street for concrete patching.

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Ankeny Police seek assistance locating missing 13-year-old girl

By West DSM News Report | Jul 4, 2023

The Ankeny Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance with locating Jayla Rodriguez (13) of Ankeny.

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The July issue of the WDM eNewsletter is now available

By West DSM News Report | Jul 3, 2023

Read the July edition of the WDM eNewsletter to find out about Independence Day activities, upcoming changes to animal control services, mosquito control tips, lawn restoration efforts, triathlons at Raccoon River Park, and much more.

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West Des Moines Police Department - Private Fireworks Reminder

By West DSM News Report | Jul 3, 2023

It's that time of year again when we celebrate Independence Day.

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Independence Day activities in West Des Moines

By West DSM News Report | Jun 29, 2023

City Hall and most City offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, for the Independence Day holiday.

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Upcoming changes to animal control in West Des Moines

By West DSM News Report | Jun 29, 2023

Effective July 1, 2023, the City of West Des Moines will be working with AHeinz57 Pet Rescue and Transport as our new service provider for animal control services.

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Eastbound lanes of Westown Parkway to close on Monday, June 19

By West DSM News Report | Jun 16, 2023

On Monday, June 19, at 7 a.m., Des Moines Asphalt and Paving will close the eastbound lanes of Westown Parkway from West Lakes Parkway to 50th Street for concrete patching.

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Ryan Moffatt hired as new Community and Economic Development Director

By West DSM News Report | Jun 9, 2023

City Manager Tom Hadden is pleased to announce that Ryan Moffatt has been selected as the City’s new Community and Economic Development Director.

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West Des Moines Police Department - CALEA Public Comment Portal

By West DSM News Report | Jun 8, 2023

Since 1996, the West Des Moines Police Department has been accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), the premier accreditation body for policing in the nation.

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Scrap Appliance and Metal Drop-off event on Saturday morning, June 10

By West DSM News Report | Jun 8, 2023

West Des Moines residents may bring scrap appliances and metal to the West Des Moines Public Services East facility, 560 S. 16th Street, on Saturday, June 10, from 8 a.m. to 12:00 (noon).

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CED Director Clyde Evans is retiring after 32 years of service

By West DSM News Report | Jun 6, 2023

Clyde Evans has announced that he will be retiring on July 17, 2023, after serving as the City’s Community and Economic Development Director for 32 years.

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SW Oralabor Road and SW State Street Intersection Improvements Project begins Monday, June 5

By West DSM News Report | Jun 3, 2023

Beginning Monday, June 5 the SW Oralabor Road and SW State Street Intersection Improvements and Oralabor Gateway Trail SW State Street Underpass projects will begin.