West DSM News

CITY OF WAUKEE: Waukee Library Receives Exciting Grants

By Press release submission | Apr 12, 2020

The Waukee Public Library is the recipient of two exciting grants which will help further the library’s reach and community engagement.

From SE Iowa News

Gov. Reynolds Proclaims “Day of Prayer” in Iowa

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a proclamation declaring Thursday, April 9th as a “Day of Prayer” in Iowa, urging Iowans to “unite in prayer” in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, inviting Iowans to participate in the 59th Annual Iowa Prayer Breakfast, which is offered entirely online this year.

From North Iowa Reporter

Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency Declaration, ordering additional closures

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

Gov. Reynolds signed a new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency Declaration, ordering additional closures and relaxing additional regulations to support the state’s efforts to combat COVID-19.

From Des Moines Sun

IOWA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT: Outlines CARES Act Benefits and Implementation

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) is outlining the benefits of Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act of 2020, which provides unemployment benefits for the self-employed, independent contractors, nonprofit employees, gig economy workers, those who have exhausted other unemployment insurance benefits, and those who may not have sufficient work history to qualify for a regular state claim.

Gov. Reynolds appoints Matthew McDermott to the IA Supreme Court

By Press release submission | Apr 3, 2020

Gov. Kim Reynolds today announced her appointment of Matthew McDermott as a justice of the Iowa Supreme Court.

From Des Moines Sun

Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency Declaration

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

Gov. Reynolds signed a new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency Declaration.

CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: Proclamation extended and playgrounds/picnic shelters close

By Press release submission | Apr 1, 2020

Due to the ongoing public health emergency caused by the COVID-19 virus, West Des Moines Mayor Steve Gaer signed a new proclamation today that extends the authority he granted to City Manager Tom Hadden until Thursday, April 16, 2020, at 11:59 p.m.

CITY OF WAUKEE: Portable Irrigation Meter Certification Options

By Press release submission | Apr 1, 2020

This time of year, the City is usually encouraging residents to bring portable irrigation meters into City Hall for certification

CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: No Wipes in the Pipes

By Press release submission | Apr 1, 2020

The package says it's "flushable," but is it really? The answer is NO!

CITY OF WAUKEE: Set Irrigation Schedules to Odd-Even Days

By Press release submission | Apr 1, 2020

Set Irrigation Schedules to Odd-Even Days

WEST DES MOINES COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT: Letter from Superintendent Remy on Virtual Learning

By Press release submission | Apr 1, 2020

I’d like to share an more information on how WDMCS is supporting your student’s learning over the coming weeks.

From Des Moines Sun

IOWA WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT: Updates leave policy for employees impacted by COVID-19 layoffs

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

Iowa Workforce Development has implemented updates to its leave policy for filing unemployment insurance benefits following the enactment of the CARES Act.

CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: The U.S. Census is here: Please respond, West Des Moines!

By Press release submission | Mar 25, 2020

The U.S. Census Bureau is mailing invitations to all Americans to complete the 2020 Census. You can respond by phone, by mail or for the first time in Census history, you can respond online!

CITY OF WAUKEE: U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Issued Disaster Declaration

By Press release submission | Mar 25, 2020

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has issued a disaster declaration for the state of Iowa as of Jan. 31, 2020 and continuing.

CITY OF WAUKEE: Fire Department Offering (Distant) Visits

By Press release submission | Mar 25, 2020

The members of the Waukee Fire Department have had to cancel most community outreach efforts such as education events and station tours amid the COVID-19 outbreak.

WAUKEE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Waukee Support Local

By Press release submission | Mar 25, 2020

Local businesses are a critical part of the Waukee community, and they need our support during this time.

IOWA FARM BUREAU: $2 million gift from leading ag organizations supports Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory project

By Press release submission | Mar 25, 2020

The Iowa Farm Bureau Federation and the Iowa Pork Producers Association have each committed a gift of $1 million to help enhance the animal health, food safety, public health and competitiveness of Iowa’s animal agricultural industries.

From North Iowa Reporter

Gov. Reynolds provides update to the state of Iowa, additional COVID-19 case in Iowa

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

Governor Kim Reynolds held a press conference to provide an update to the state of Iowa on current 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) mitigation efforts.

WEST DES MOINES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: WDM Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announces Katherine Harrington as its new President & CEO

By Press release submission | Mar 18, 2020

In a board meeting yesterday afternoon, the West Des Moines Chamber Board of Directors has named Katherine Harrington to succeed Carole Chambers as the organization’s new president and chief executive officer.

From SW Iowa Times

Additional COVID-19 cases in Iowa

By Press release submission | 5 years ago

The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has been notified of six additional positive cases of Iowans with COVID-19, for a total of 29 positive cases. According to IDPH, three individuals are residents of Johnson County; the other three are residents of Adair, Blackhawk and Dallas Counties.