Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
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🏛️ Government
The U.S. Senate is trying to pass a measure today to fund itself for seven weeks but has not reached the needed support because of partisan differences as Senator Grassley urges his colleagues to drop their proposals.
If a shutdown occurs, Iowa workers, military members, and farmers will face delays in pay and USDA services—raising concerns for those affected.
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Arizona State Sun Devils vs Iowa State Cyclones Women's Basketball
11:59 PM - 1:29 AM — Hilton Coliseum — Tickets from $57 — Watch the Iowa State Cyclones take on the Arizona State Sun Devils in a thrilling women's basketball matchup.
UCF Knights vs. Iowa State Cyclones Women's Basketball
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Hilton Coliseum — Cost information not provided — Watch an exciting women's basketball matchup featuring the UCF Knights and Iowa State Cyclones.
Kansas Jayhawks vs Iowa State Cyclones Women's Basketball
11:59 p.m. – 1:29 a.m. — Hilton Coliseum — Tickets from $57 — Catch the thrilling clash of two top women's basketball teams in Ames.
West Virginia Mountaineers vs. Iowa State Cyclones Men's Basketball
Mon, Oct 6 11:59 PM – Tue, Oct 7 1:29 AM — Hilton Coliseum — Tickets from $92 — Catch the thrilling matchup between the Mountaineers and Cyclones in Ames.
Oklahoma State Cowboys at Iowa State Cyclones Men's Basketball
11:59 PM - 1:29 AM — Hilton Coliseum — Tickets from $94 — Catch an exciting night of college basketball as the Cyclones take on the Cowboys.
Iowa SWCS 2025 Annual Meeting
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Story County Conservation Center — Registration required — Attend the annual gathering focusing on soil and water conservation efforts in Iowa.
Bingo Contest
1-2:30 p.m. — Sixty Forward — $2 per card — Try your luck at bingo for cash prizes in a fun community setting.
Paw Patrol Themed Breakfast Adventure
9:30-11 a.m. — Clouds — Tickets required — A tail-wagging morning filled with Paw Patrol-inspired breakfast treats and family-friendly fun.
Business After Hours Networking Event
Evening — Iowa State University Research Park — Free entry — Connect with local professionals over drinks and appetizers at this monthly networking opportunity.
BYU Cougars vs. Iowa State Cyclones Football Tailgate
11:30 a.m. — Reiman Gardens — $10 entry — Celebrate college football with a BBQ and BYU’s Alumni Tailgate Party at the beautiful Reiman Gardens.
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