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Movie Reviews: 'Fast & Furious 6', 'The Hangover Part III', 'The Great Gatsby' and More

Movie reviews and movie times for theaters in and around Urbandale. Let Patch help you decide what you're going to see this weekend. Movies to choose from also include "Epic", "Iron Man 3" and "42."
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Video footage shows the difference between a structure not equipped with a sprinkler (right) and one with a sprinkler system (left), as Urbandale Fire Chief Jerry Holt explains why his department encourages sprinkler systems in all new residential construction, not just those residences larger than 8,000 square feet.

Public Safety

Dramatic Demonstration Shows Value of Residential Sprinklers

7 hours ago

Business

Warrior Lanes Lets Kids 18 and Younger Bowl Free All Summer

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This handsome home at 3316 146th St. is listed by Tresa Moon and brokered by Century 21 Signature Real Estate.

Real Estate

Soaring Ceilings, Generous Spaces and Stunning Views Define Urbandale Wow House

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Progressive activists from Iowa and Wisconsin warned Thursday at a news conference in West Des Moines that a Scott Walker presidency would be disastrous to middle class families.

Elections

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

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Police & Fire

Urbandale Police Department Seeking Public Input for Accreditation Process

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

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

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

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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?

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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."
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How Should Home Schooling Parents Be Held Accountable?

We cannot make the assumption that every parent who home schools has the ability to teach or even to be a good parent.
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Faith Lutheran Church 4th Graders donate $661 to Mosaic In Des Moines

Faith Lutheran Church youth make donation to Mosaic In Des Moines
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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 …
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What did Apple do wrong?

Apple executives got called before a Senate subcommittee on charges they avoided paying taxes. What did they do wrong?
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U.S. Cellular to host Device Workshop

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