Van Meter is a city in Dallas County, Iowa, with a population of approximately 1,484.
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Van Meter girls place second at state track, golf’s Bemis qualifies for state
Van Meter girls place second at state track, golf’s Bemis qualifies for state MSN
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NewsNOV 13, 2025
Operation Give Birds: Live at Van Meter with Iowa Giving Crew
Operation Give Birds: Live at Van Meter with Iowa Giving Crew KCRG
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NewsNOV 08, 2025
EIOT: Van Meter comes from behind to end Mid-Prairie's dreams of the Dome
EIOT: Van Meter comes from behind to end Mid-Prairie's dreams of the Dome KGAN
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