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The June issue of the WDM eNewsletter is now available

By West DSM News Report | May 27, 2023

Read the June edition of the WDM eNewsletter to find out about Memorial Day holiday information, Park Palooza and the Mayor's Bike Ride on June 3, Spring Cleanup on your regular garbage day (June 5 - 9), Independence Day activities in WDM, and much more!

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West Des Moines Police Respond to Traffic Accident at 22nd/Ashworth Causing Extended Power Outage

By West DSM News Report | May 25, 2023

On Wednesday, May 24th at approximately 9:03am, West Des Moines Police responded to reports of a traffic accident at the intersection of Ashworth and 22nd Street.

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Ankeny Fire Department responds to house fire

By West DSM News Report | May 24, 2023

On Wednesday, May 24 at approximately 6:45 PM, the Ankeny Fire Department was dispatched to 2718 NE Trilein Drive for a house fire.

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Ankeny Aquatic Centers Open Saturday

By West DSM News Report | May 24, 2023

Ankeny aquatic centers will open for Memorial Day weekend, May 27 -29.

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City of Ankeny offers free Yoga in the Park

By West DSM News Report | May 23, 2023

The City of Ankeny is pleased to offer Yoga in the Park starting Saturday, May 27 at 8 a.m.

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Memorial Day holiday information and mosquito control

By West DSM News Report | May 23, 2023

City Hall and most City offices will be closed on Monday, May 29, for Memorial Day.

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West Des Moines Police Make Arson Arrest

By West DSM News Report | May 21, 2023

On Friday, May 19th, at approximately 6:43am, the West Des Moines Fire Department, along with West Des Moines Police, responded to a structure fire at 520 7th Street.

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WDM Spring Cleanup will take place the week of June 5

By West DSM News Report | May 20, 2023

Annual Spring Cleanup will take place in West Des Moines on a resident’s regular garbage collection day during the week of June 5 - 9.

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Ankeny Fire Department Celebrates EMS Week with Community Events

By West DSM News Report | May 19, 2023

In honor of National Emergency Medical Services Week, the Ankeny Fire Department will be hosting the Ankeny Fire Department EMS Week Open House, and a Special Needs Open House.

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Week of May 15 Traffic Unit PSA

By West DSM News Report | May 18, 2023

May 2023 is Motorcycle Safety Awareness month. In 2019, there were more than 5,000 motorcyclists killed in traffic crashes nationwide, accounting for 14% of the total highway fatalities that year.

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New Public Art Unveiled in Ankeny

By West DSM News Report | May 17, 2023

The City of Ankeny is pleased to announce the installation of “Growing in all directions”, a new public artwork in a Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority (DART) bus shelter located on West First Street in Ankeny.

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Celebrate Police Week at the Ankeny Police Department’s Community Picnic

By West DSM News Report | May 16, 2023

The Ankeny Police Department cordially invites the public to join in the celebration of National Police Week by attending the 2023 Ankeny Police Week Community Picnic.

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Help us celebrate National Public Works Week

By West DSM News Report | May 16, 2023

The City of West Des Moines invites you and your family to celebrate National Public Works Week on Thursday, May 18, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Farmers Market in Valley Junction.

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Week of May 8 Traffic Unit PSA

By West DSM News Report | May 15, 2023

The Ankeny Police Department Traffic Unit would like to remind drivers about child passenger safety this week.

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Animal Control Questions & Answers

By West DSM News Report | May 13, 2023

To clear up any confusion or misinformation about the City’s animal control efforts, we’ve prepared a Q&A to keep the public informed about changes the City Council is expected to approve at their next meeting on May 15, 2023.

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West Des Moines City Council recognizes first responders, business owners, community members for service, achievements

By West DSM News Report | Apr 8, 2023

At their March 20 meeting, the City Council of West Des Moines honored several members of the community for their service and achievements.

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Waukee City Council unanimously approves construction contract to extend Heart of the Warrior Trail

By West DSM News Report | Mar 12, 2023

At their Feb. 21 meeting, the Waukee City Council unanimously approved plans for a construction contract to extend the Heart of the Warrior Trail and add signage.

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Bravo Greater Des Moines updates Windsor Heights City Council on support activities for community arts, culture

By West DSM News Report | Mar 12, 2023

At its Feb. 20 meeting, the Des Moines City Council heard a presentation from Bravo Greater Des Moines Executive Director Sally Dix about the organization's work to support arts and culture in the community.

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Perry, Iowa, studies maximum tax levy for 2023-24 fiscal year

By West DSM News Report | Feb 22, 2023

The Perry (Iowa) City Council at its Feb. 6 meeting discussed a proposed maximum tax levy for the upcoming fiscal year.

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West Des Moines City Council celebrates success of local YJI

By West DSM News Report | Jan 29, 2023

The West Des Moines City Council recently honored members of a local youth organization.