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Friday, June 20th, 2025

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Good morning, Ames. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • On June 19, first responders recovered the body of 54-year-old Dennis Blume from Clear Lake after witnesses reported an unoccupied fishing boat circling at 1:30 p.m. and his body was found at 5:30 p.m.—Clear Lake and Ventura fire departments with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources led the search.  KCCI

EVENTS

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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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  • Iowa Games Folkstyle Wrestling Competition

    10 a.m. — Lied Recreation Athletic Center — $30 early registration — Competitive wrestling for all ages in a fun, community-focused atmosphere.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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