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

Patio lounging season is here, and there are more than 3,000 places in Iowa that allow adult beverages outdoors. Search the map to plan your next happy hour, bike ride stop or night on the town.
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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.

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

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

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

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

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New Homes For Sale in Ankeny This Week

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Kevin Biggs is the new athletics and activities director for the Ankeny Community School District.

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Departing Ankeny Athletics Director to Lead Des Moines High School

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Coming Soon! Ankeny Patch Gets a New Look

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Ankeny Mayor Proclaims Emergency Medical Services Week

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Ankeny Police Help Catch Alleged Bank Robber

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Central Iowa Grocery Deals ~ May 21-27

Central Iowa Grocery Deals ~ May 21-27
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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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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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Top 7 Exercises for More Core Muscle Strength

Strengthen your core with these top 7 exercises!
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Memorial Day Collection Delay

Providing answers for safe & smart waste disposal…

Collection is delayed one day the week of Memorial Day in honor of the holiday.
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Ankeny Garage Sale

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