Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
Good morning, Ames.
🏛️ Government
Gov. Kim Reynolds announced the Healthy Kids Iowa pilot program to feed kids during the summer after the state stopped the summer EBT program in August 2024.
The program will run from June through August and will let families at or below 185% FPL choose $40 in fresh food per month for each child aged 4 to 18 — with sites chosen through a partnership with six Feeding America Food Banks.
🎉 Ames Events
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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.
Iowa Senior Amateur Championship
Tournament — Jun 1-3 — Coldwater Golf Links — Registration required — Compete in a 54-hole stroke play event open to active Iowa Golf Association members.
2025 Art Walk
5-8 p.m. — Downtown Ames — Free entry — Explore diverse artworks and support local artists in a festive downtown atmosphere.
🏠 Ames Real Estate
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💼 Ames Job Board
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