Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
Good morning, Ames.
🌲 Environment
Overnight Sunday into Monday, parts of Iowa received heavy downpours with Ames reporting 1.03 inches of rain and Ankeny recording 1.67 inches—other towns also measured close to an inch or more.
Local measurements show the rain was uneven across the region.
🏛️ Government
Iowa will have a tax-free weekend from 12:01 a.m. Friday, Aug.
1 until midnight Saturday, Aug. 2—sales tax will be waived on clothing items under $100 like sneakers, coats and jeans, and online sales are also exempt if ordered in time.
🎉 Ames Events
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Ames Open Tennis Tournament
9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. — North River Valley Park — $15 entry fee — Compete or enjoy a fun-filled day of tennis in a beautiful park setting.
79th Annual Conservation Conference
8 AM - 1 PM — Gateway Hotel & Conference Center — Registration required — Engage with conservation professionals and learn about sustainable practices.
Iowa State WelcomeFest
5:30-8:30 p.m. — ISU Memorial Union — Free entry — Celebrate the start of the semester with free swag and a chance to win a luxury vehicle.
🏠 Ames Real Estate
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💼 Ames Job Board
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📣 Ames Announcements
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