Friday, Saturday, and Sunday will each feature the chance of strong to severe storms over some or all of central Iowa. Friday`s threats include a few tornadoes, large hail, and strong wind gusts, primarily later in the afternoon into the evening. #iawx

Severe weather remains in the forecast for Friday as a strong system lifts into the Midwest. Strong to severe storms are expected in the afternoon and evening hours. The main threat remains large hail along with a few tornadoes. Be weather aware Friday! #iawx

At the Special Olympics today, JHS senior Katie Gray qualified for state in the 200 meter dash and placed third in the 100 meter dash! Congratulations, Katie and thanks to JHS teacher Christine Wolford for being out there to support our students! @JCSD__Athletics @SpecialOlympics

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to our amazing team members who keep our office running smoothly! Your dedication, flexibility, and organizational skills are truly appreciated. Thank you for all that you do! #AdminProfessionalsDay #teamwork

The Johnston Public Safety Building will be accepting pills and patches on April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for National Drug Take-Back Day. The service is free and anonymous, but it does not accept liquids, syringes, sharps or illegal drugs. Learn more at bit.ly/4d6AR0p.

With multiple rounds of severe weather affecting the state on what will be a busy weekend, be prepared to act if any thunderstorm approaches! If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Seek shelter in an enclosed building or vehicle. #iawx

Just a reminder that there is No School this Thursday and Friday, April 25-26. Enjoy the long weekend, Dragons! 💜💛

Meet Officer Zirkelbach, our newest addition to the department. With top-notch training and physical prowess, he's ready to serve and protect Johnston starting April 23. Join us in welcoming him to the team at the May 6 City Council meeting!

🧳🛻Today we load up the vehicle to trek to Ottumwa for another round of spotter training this evening. We hope to see at least a few new faces and sign up some new spotters! Remaining schedule and additional info: weather.gov/desmoine… #iawx

Drake Relays come and support our girls and boys. @JCSD_Track @JCSD_GirlsXCTF

It was a Party at the Partnership tonight! The Johnston Community School District and City of Johnston Government joined in hosting this fun, community engagement event aimed at connecting English Language Learners (EL) and their families in our district with the many resources…

Don't miss the amazing sway pole performance at Kites on the Green on May 4, 2024, at Johnston Commons Park. Enjoy the mesmerizing talents of Laura Ernst with Kinetic Entertainment and other fun performances all day long. Visit www.cityofjohnston.c… for more information. 🪁

➡️We round out our week of spotter training with a short trip east to Grinnell tomorrow evening. Remaining schedule and additional info: weather.gov/desmoine… #iawx

The Iowa Army National Guard is hosting a competition on Camp Dodge and in the city of Johnston, where the top Soldiers from seven states will compete to earn the right to be called the Region Best Warrior. www.983vibe.com/2024…

Join us for a learning session on wildland prescribed fires at Crown Point parking lot on Saturday, April 27 at 9:00 a.m. Weather permitting, this educational event is open to all ages. Learn more at www.cityofjohnston.c…. pic.twitter.com/7XpI…

Twenty-one Timber Ridge students participated in the Kidstriders 1/4 mile run downtown this evening! They ran just before the Grand Blue Mile took place. To participate, students had to have run a minimum of 10 miles in the school’s recess running program, which all 1st-5th…