Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of April.
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A celebration of life for Simpson College President Jay Byers was held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 25 at Hoyt Sherman Place in Des Moines after his unexpected death on April 17 at age 54, and his family requested memorial contributions in lieu of flowers—authorities say his death is under investigation but not considered criminal.
🚨 Crime
Iowa authorities are searching along Interstate 35 near Ellsworth for Marcus Anthony Taylor, 31, who was last seen on April 8 when his blue Hyundai Santa Fe with South Dakota license plates was traveling from Fort Worth to Wisconsin to visit his ill grandmother — anyone with information is urged to call 911.
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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.
Safe in the Sun 5K/10K Run
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Ada Hayden Heritage Park — Registration required — Participate in a community event raising funds for melanoma research while enjoying a day of running in the sun.
515 Days Celebration 2025
May 12-16 — Downtown Ames — Varied specials and events — Celebrate local culture with food, music, and community activities.
Ames Oddities: A Pictorial Tour
7-8 p.m. — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Explore the quirky structures of Ames with a pictorial tour revealing their fascinating backstories.
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