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Wednesday, August 14th, 2024
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Good morning, Ames. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa State Fair will provide a sensory-friendly morning with calming rooms and modified activities to support attendees with sensory processing needs. KCCI
- ➤ At the Iowa State Fair, 4-H participants compete in the sheep show, aiming for a purple ribbon after months of preparing their lambs, in a display of dedication and skill. KCCI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A beaver caused a power outage in Ames by knocking down a tree onto a power line, affecting residents west of Sheldon Avenue and north of Lincoln Way. KCCI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Elli Blackford of Clarke County was crowned the 2024 Iowa State Fair Queen out of 103 contestants, receiving $9,000 in scholarships among other prizes. Local 5
- ➤ Viggo Mortensen, famed for his role as Aragon in 'Lord of the Rings,' unexpectedly visited the 108th Annual Meskwaki Powwow, delighting attendees. Local 5
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jeromie Meyer from Iowa will compete in wheelchair basketball at the Paralympics, overcoming a childhood injury with the sport. Local 5
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Monarch Magic Event at Ada Hayden Heritage Park
Experience the wonders of monarch butterflies through hands-on activities, crafts, games, and educational resources for the community.
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16th Annual Great Ames Adventure Race
Experience a thrilling multi-sport challenge featuring a 2.5-mile paddle, 15-mile bike ride, and a 5K run at Ada Hayden Heritage Park.
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Women Workers of World War II: The Rosie The Riveters of Iowa
Learn about the contributions of Iowa women who worked during World War II with local historian Linda McCann.
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Ames Public Art Commission Meeting
Engage with the Ames Public Art Commission as they outline public art philosophy and budget recommendations for the city's art initiatives.
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Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Iowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball Match
Experience an exciting women's volleyball rivalry as the Iowa Hawkeyes take on the Iowa State Cyclones at Hilton Coliseum.
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Caleb Hearn Concert at The Maintenance Shop
Experience an evening of live music with Caleb Hearn at The Maintenance Shop in Ames.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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