West Des Moines councilmember Kevin Trevillyan says you can never please everyone

West Des Moines councilmember Kevin Trevillyan started life in service back in 1980 when he was a volunteer medic for the West Des Moines Ambulance Squad. Since then, he wanted to serve for a higher purpose.

CITY OF WAUKEE: New Saturday Tot Lot Sessions Added

The Parks & Recreation Department has scheduled three "Pop-Up" Tot Lot sessions during the month of December to accommodate those who cannot typically make the Monday/Wednesday sessions. Romp, stomp and play at Tot Lot on the following Saturdays from 8:30-11:30 a.m.:

WEST DES MOINES PUBLIC LIBRARY: Polar Express Pajama Party to be held Dec. 12

All aboard! Wear your pajamas to the library for a fun and festive afternoon. We'll watch the movie and enjoy a snack! For ages 5-10. Registration required.

CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: Missing WDM 10 year old found

The missing 10 year old in West Des Moines has been located. Police issued a "Code Red" broadcast as part of their search.

CITY OF WAUKEE: Quick Pay Utility Bill Option Now Available

In a continued effort to expand payment options, the City of Waukee and its partner Tyler Technologies enabled the Quick Pay tool, available for all Waukee utility customers. The Quick Pay feature allows users on the online payment site to make payments without first registering for an online account.

Thriller author seizes opportunity to pay it forward to Des Moines shelter

As an 8-year-old, Oliver Campbell and his mother and brother found themselves in need of a place to stay, and the New Directions Shelter in Des Moines made all the difference.

WEST DES MOINES PUBLIC LIBRARY: JDRF Holiday Hangout to be held December 11

The JDRF Holiday Hangout is an annual outreach event that we host in December. It is an opportunity for kids living with type 1 diabetes and their families to connect with other kids and families who are living with the disease. We do holiday crafts, play games and watch holiday classics.

CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: Police searching for 10 year old girl

First responders in West Des Moines are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 10 year old girl. Damarianna James-Graham was last seen at Crossroads Elementary around 4:10 PM this afternoon. She has dark brown hair pulled into a braided ponytail and brown eyes

CITY OF WAUKEE: Downtown Gazebo Gets a Roof Makeover.

Thanks to DECRA Roofing Systems, Inc. and Worth Exteriors, Waukee’s Triangle Park gazebo is looking extra polished just in time for the annual WinterFestcelebration!

WEST DES MOINES PUBLIC LIBRARY: Winter Reading Challenge

Welcome to our second-annual Winter Reading Challenge! We challenge you to read 5 hours between December 1 and January 31. Everyone completing the challenge will receive a Fine Forgiveness Coupon and a chance to win a Half Price Books gift card.

CITY OF WEST DES MOINES: The December 2018 issue of the WDM eNewsletter is now available

Read the December issue of WDM eNews to find out the latest information about how to sign up for text alerts when snow parking bans are issued

CITY OF WAUKEE: Registration Open for Girls Spring Recreational Softball

City of Waukee issued the following announcement on Dec. 1. Registration for the Waukee Parks & Recreation Department's Girls Softball League is now open. The season will run from mid-April through early June. Online registration ends February 18, 2019.

Pet of the week: Furry Friends Refuge - Zoltar

Zoltar and his Calico friend Baby came in together.

STRATEGIC AMERICA: The Value of Giving Back

Since Strategic America opened its doors almost 40 years ago, finding a way to help others has been at the core of our business. As we approach a season full of gratitude and appreciation, it’s also a time where we are reminded of the importance of giving back.

VERIZON - THE CELLULAR CONNECTION WAUKEE: 2018 in Enterprise Technology – a look back

Every year Verizon makes its predictions for technology trends that are most likely to impact our global enterprise and government customers. As the end of 2018 approaches, we wanted to take a moment to look back at what we said at the start of this year. Did we get it right?

Westcom Dispatch System aims to keep West Des Moines safe

West Des Moines' dispatch system aims to keep the people of West Des Moines and surrounding areas as safe as possible.

WEST DES MOINES PUBLIC LIBRARY: Hour of Code workshop to be held Dec. 4

Computers are everywhere, changing every industry on the planet. But fewer than half of all schools today teach computer science.

CITY OF WAUKEE: City Snow Reminders

Winter in Iowa usually brings its fair share of fluffy snow. When snow begins to accumulate, the City of Waukee's Public Works Department enacts the Snow and Ice Control Policy.

VERIZON - THE CELLULAR CONNECTION WAUKEE: Xynteo 2018: Education in an automated world

What is the purpose of education today? This is a topic that Verizon’s CEO, Hans Vestberg, discussed in depth in a recent article, and it’s also something I discussed in a recent conversation in New York. As we approach the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and technology continues to play imperative roles in every aspect of daily life, it is important to address our approach to education.

WEST DES MOINES PUBLIC LIBRARY: Registration for December Programs to be held Dec. 3

Registration begins at 9:00am today for programs at the Library. You may register in person, on the library's online calendar, or by phone.