Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
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🎓 Education
Iowa State University is phasing out its ISU 4U program that provided free tuition for King and Moulton Elementary students in Des Moines and will now offer a maximum of $6,000 for incoming kindergartners while students enrolled before the 2025-26 school year keep full tuition awards.
🏛️ Government
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a bill increasing school funding by 2% that will add about $160 per student for K-12 schools in the 2026-27 school year—her first signed bill this session, bringing in over $4 billion from state funds.
🎉 Ames Events
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Mary Greeley Medical Center Community Talk
11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Discuss inpatient and outpatient mental health services available in the Ames community.
Teen Silent Book Club
4-6 p.m. — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Unwind with a good book and quiet company while enjoying snacks.
International Friendship Fair
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Discover diverse cultures through presentations, food, and activities with international students.
Pokémon Club
2-4 p.m. — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Gather for Pokémon card games, art, and community fun at the library.
Teen Advisory Group Meeting
5-6 p.m. — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Plan library events for teens while making new friends and enjoying snacks.
Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Iowa State Cyclones Women's Gymnastics
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Hilton Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Hawkeyes and Cyclones in an exciting women's gymnastics showdown.
Fiber Arts Meetup
10 AM – 12 PM — Ames Public Library — Bring your own materials — Connect with fellow fiber crafters while working on your projects.
Genealogy Plus Workshop
10 AM – 12 PM — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Explore genealogy resources with expert Lynette Spicer from the Allen County Library.
Colorful Crafting & Cupcakes
2-4 p.m. — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate spring break with crafts and sweet treats in the Teen Space.
Pokémon Trading Card Game Club
2-4 p.m. — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Learn to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game and enjoy Poké-art activities with fellow kids.
🏠 Ames Real Estate
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💼 Ames Job Board
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📣 Ames Announcements
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