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Thursday, May 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Ames. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.

CRIME NEWS

  • Ames police are asking for help finding 14-year-old Rebecca Turner—who is about 5’5” tall with blue eyes and weighs 250 lbs and was last seen Monday in the 300 block of South 5th Street wearing a light-colored camouflage hoodie and black shorts—as they urge anyone with information to call 515-239-5133.  Local 5

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • At the West Des Moines training facility on Wednesday, 214 Iowa National Guard soldiers were honored before joining 1,800 troops to deploy to the Middle East to support Operation Inherent Resolve. Family members said emotional goodbyes and face a long separation—soldiers plan to stay in touch by phone and internet.  Local 5

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 6/1/25

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  • 2025 Art Walk

    5-8 p.m. — Downtown Ames — Free entry — Explore diverse artworks and support local artists in a festive downtown atmosphere.

    Thu, 6/5/25

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  • Iowa AEYC Member Meeting

    6:30-7:30 p.m. — Labyrinth Coffee — Free entry — Learn about Iowa AEYC and engage with community membership benefits.

    Mon, 6/9/25

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  • Veenker Junior Amateur Golf Tournament

    Event Title — Time Range — Veenker Memorial Golf Course — Cost info not provided — Participate in a Birdie Point event at the iconic home course of the Iowa State Cyclones.

    Tue, 6/10/25

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  • Architectural Photography Workshop at Iowa State University

    8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — College of Design, Iowa State University — Cost not mentioned — Enhance your photography skills while capturing ISU's stunning architecture with expert guidance.

    Sat, 6/14/25

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  • Iowa Trail Run Series: A Midsummer Night's Run

    7:30-10 p.m. — McFarland Park — Check event page for ticket pricing — Experience the thrill of running in the woods under the stars.

    Sat, 6/21/25

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  • Ames Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike

    8 AM – 12 PM — Reiman Gardens — Registration required — Compete in various aquatic and cycling events in a scenic garden setting.

    Sun, 6/22/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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