patching...
Update: The next chapter of your community's story begins with a single voice. Yours. Blog on Patch. »
Welcome back, Patch Blogger!
PinPin

As Wisconsin’s Walker Appears to be Testing Waters, ‘Truth Squad’ Debunks ‘Pants on Fire’ Claims

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, a Republican, could appeal to both social and fiscal conservatives, making him a candidate to "fear" in the Iowa Caucuses, progressives warn.
By Beth Dalbey | 7:19 pm | 3 comments
  • Start a Blog
  • Post an Event

Patch Hometown Partner

What people are saying...

News

Drive cautiously during the spring, as the rainy weather can lead to wet and slippery roads.

News

Memorial Day Weekend Weather Forecast: Just How Cool and Rainy Will It Get in Urbandale?

13 hours ago
Mike Moreno

Schools

After Seven Years, Urbandale's Head Wrestling Coach Steps Down

17 hours ago
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker will headline a Polk County GOP fundraiser Thursday. Activist groups from Iowa and Wisconsin are planning a counter demonstration.

Elections

Scott Walker in Iowa: Quid Pro Quo Among Political Pals or 2016 Trial Balloon?

Yesterday
Citrus Marinated Beef and Fruit Kabobs

Patch's House & Home

Memorial Day BBQ? 8 Money-Saving Tricks (Sponsored)

Yesterday
Alma Nove Serves Up New Summer Cocktails

Business

MAP: It's Patio Season, Where Can You Sit Outside With a Beer or Cocktail in Iowa?

Yesterday
Kathlynn Shepard exits a school bus moments before she and another girl were abducted May 20, 2013.

Police & Fire

Authorities Explore Connection Between Abducted Iowa Girl Kathlynn Shepard and Evansdale Case

Yesterday

Business

Bosnian Eatery to Open Next Week in Urbandale

Yesterday
The Urbandale school board will hold a meeting Thursday to approve the 2013-2014 contract with the Urbandale Education Association.

Schools

Urbandale Teachers, District Reach Accord on 2013-2014 Contract

Yesterday

Local Voices

Patch Blogs

Married Couple Stabs Each Other Over American Idol

Political activist and media guy

Three topics not to be discussed at the dinner table: religion, politics, and "American Idol."
Read full post
Unknown

Faith Lutheran Church 4th Graders donate $661 to Mosaic In Des Moines

Faith Lutheran Church youth make donation to Mosaic In Des Moines
Read full post

Parents Can Help Preteens with Abduction Concerns

Parents naturally are concerned for their children’s safety, particularly when there is news of a child abduction. Finding the balance between emotions and the “teachable moment” is …
Read full post

What did Apple do wrong?

Apple executives got called before a Senate subcommittee on charges they avoided paying taxes. What did they do wrong?
Read full post

Does it Make Sense to Consolidate your Mortgage with Other Debt?

We put together a list of the advantages and disadvantages of debt consolidation to help in your decision.
Read full post

Directory

 
 

Events

All Day Tomorrow

Pre Marital Counseling

Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center
Tomorrow,  8:00 am

GARAGE SALE

15442 Rosewood Dr
Tomorrow,  9:30 am

Toddler Time

Urbandale Public Library
Tomorrow,  10:00 am

Toddler Time

Urbandale Public Library