Good morning, Ames.

Casey's is celebrating its 40th year of serving pizza this week.

Customers with the Casey's app will get a 40-cent Mega Slice this Thursday or 40% off a whole pizza using the promo code (BIRTHDAY!).

Ames police are investigating an accidental shooting at an apartment in the 200 block on South Sherman Avenue after a 4-year-old child was shot shortly before 2:30 p.m. Monday and taken by air ambulance to a hospital where the child later died — the investigation is ongoing.

The Governor’s School Safety Bureau reported 96 Safe + Sound app tips from Jan.

1 to March 31 with only 6 about school threats. The free app lets people report school safety concerns and more districts are set to join, so officials expect the totals to rise.

The USS Iowa fast-attack nuclear-powered submarine will be commissioned on Saturday, April 5 at 10 a.m. EST in Groton, CT — over 600 Iowans will travel and more than two dozen watch parties are planned across Iowa — with a live stream for those staying home.

An Iowa Senate subcommittee advanced a bill on Tuesday to ban ranked-choice voting in future state elections.

The House passed the measure along party lines last week—its fate now depends on moving through the Senate committee by Friday.

PALS Course at Ames Surgery Center

1-9:30 p.m. — Ames Surgery Center — Course fee required — Master pediatric assessment and emergency interventions with hands-on practice in this comprehensive PALS course.

PALS Renewal Course

1-5:30 p.m. — Ames Surgery Center — Registration required — Enhance your skills in pediatric emergency care with hands-on practice and assessments.

Baby Time

6:30-7:00 p.m. — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Engage in stories, songs, and sign language with your pre-walker.

Zhenni Li-Cohen: Solo Piano Performance

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall — Ticket details unavailable — Experience the captivating artistry of Zhenni Li-Cohen as she performs a diverse program reflecting her rich cultural background.

Boone Spring Craft and Vendor Shopping Event

9 AM – 3 PM — Link'd Jewelry — Free admission — Explore a variety of unique vendors and festive crafts to welcome the spring season.

Romeo and Juliet Ballet

7-9:20 p.m. — Stephens Auditorium — Costumes Courtesy of Cincinnati Ballet — Experience the timeless love story with live music and stunning choreography in this world premiere production.

The Bells of Iowa State: An Enduring Tradition

7-8 p.m. — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Discover the history and melodies of Iowa State's iconic Carillon with multimedia storytelling.

Carson Cupp: Senior Trombone Recital

7:30 p.m. — Iowa State University — Tickets required — Watch Carson perform his senior recital on trombone.