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Sunday, October 5th, 2025
Good morning, Ames. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Avey Collins, a 10-year-old figure skater from Waukee, qualified for the Excel National Final in July when she placed 9th of 347 skaters — making her the first Iowan to reach the event. She rides to Kansas City every Saturday for intensive practice and will continue sharpening her skills to inspire younger skaters. Local 5
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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2025 Downtown Trick or Treat
10 AM – 1 PM — Downtown Ames — Free entry — Dress up in creative costumes and enjoy a community trick-or-treating experience with local businesses.
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Iowa State Cyclones vs. Arizona State Sun Devils Women's Volleyball
6:30-8 p.m. — Hilton Coliseum — Ticket pricing varies — Experience thrilling college volleyball action as the Cyclones take on the Sun Devils.
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Arizona State Sun Devils vs. Iowa State Cyclones Football
1-4 p.m. — Jack Trice Stadium — Game day excitement — Watch two college football teams clash in a thrilling matchup at home.
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