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Good morning, Ames. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A wrong-way driver in a Jeep Renegade hit a Chevrolet Impala on Highway 30 east of Ames at 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, killing 26-year-old Christian Royston and seriously injuring the 41-year-old from Slater who was taken by air ambulance to a hospital.  KCCI

CULTURE NEWS

  • Iowan Dawn Brenniman Wirtz has written her first book—Memories Matter—about caring for her mother diagnosed with Alzheimer’s whose symptoms worsened during COVID-19 isolation; her story will be featured—at the Alzheimer’s Association's Purple Soiree on June 6—where she highlights the emotional journey of caregiving.  KCCI

ECONOMY NEWS

  • F&G Annuities and Insurance announced layoffs affecting 192 workers—103 of whom work in Iowa—that will impact both the Des Moines headquarters and remote operations; the company said it will offer a benefits package to support affected team members.  KCCI

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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