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Good morning, Ames. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ The Local 5 Weekend Guide shows many events for families and pop culture fans, including GalaxyCon Des Moines at the Iowa Events Center on Friday at 2 p.m., Family Fun Night at Jester Park on Friday, Norwalk Music Fest and the 11th annual Adventureland Oktoberfest on Saturday. Reiman Gardens in Ames will host a Botanical Bash with a drone show and local food vendors on Saturday as the Des Moines metro prepares for an active weekend.  Local 5

DRINK NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

  • Dreaming Hildegard Exhibition Reception

    5:30-7:30 p.m. — Octagon Center For the Arts — Free entry — Explore the solo exhibition by Christopher Hynes and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

    Fri, 9/12/25

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  • Repair Café

    10 AM – 2 PM — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Fix your beloved items with the help of dedicated volunteer repair coaches.

    Sat, 9/13/25

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  • 2025 Ames Silversmithing Classic

    All day — Ames Golf & Country Club — $600 prize pool & $30 club rental — Enjoy a day of hickory golf at the 14th edition of this classic Iowa tournament.

    Sun, 9/14/25

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  • Arizona Wildcats vs. Iowa State Cyclones Football

    1-4 p.m. — Jack Trice Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of college football as the Wildcats take on the Cyclones in Ames.

    Sat, 9/27/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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