Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
Good morning, Ames.
🏈 Sports
Western Iowa fisherman Jakob Mackey set a record on Aug.
10 at Bacon Creek Park in Sioux City by catching a 71 lbs 8 oz grass carp on a 30 lb line (his catch became the third-largest ever recorded in IGFA records).
🎉 Ames Events
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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.
Mental Health Services Information Session
11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Connect with staff from Mary Greeley Medical Center to learn about local mental health services.
Tokyo Tea Room Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Memorial Union CyBowl & Billiards — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an engaging musical experience with Tokyo Tea Room in a vibrant venue.
Tremor Diagnosis and Parkinson's Disease
2-3 p.m. — Sixty Forward — Free entry — Explore tremor types and Parkinson's diagnosis with retired neurologist Dr. Michael Kitchell.
Teen Book vs. Movie: Movie Night
4-6 p.m. — Ames Public Library — Snacks available — Dive into the epic showdown between a graphic novel and its film adaptation while enjoying tasty treats.
Planting Hope - 2026 IAAE Annual State Conference
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Reiman Gardens — Early bird registration available — Collaboration and inspiration await at this conference for alternative educators working with at-risk students.
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