Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
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🏛️ Government
Two Iowa Head Start programs—South Central Iowa Community Action and Community Action of Eastern Iowa—are facing funding challenges amid the government shutdown; South Central Iowa will continue serving children until Nov.
14 before reassessing funding while the Eastern program will lose care for 139 children and lay off 45 staff until funds return.
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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.
Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs. Iowa State Cyclones Basketball
7-8:30 p.m. — Hilton Coliseum — Ticket packages available — Experience college basketball action as Fairleigh Dickinson faces Iowa State.
Judo Clinic with Sensei Megumi Ishikawa
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Teikiatsu Judo — General Admission+ $1.00 service fee — Experience a high-energy Judo clinic suitable for all ages and skill levels led by an All-Japan National Champion.
Iowa State University Band Extravaganza
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Stephens Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience an unforgettable evening of vibrant performances by Iowa State University's talented musicians.
Iowa State Cyclones Volleyball vs. TCU Volleyball
2-3:30 p.m. — Hilton Coliseum — Cost info not available — Catch the thrilling matchup as Iowa State Cyclones face off against TCU in an exciting volleyball showdown.
Norfolk State Spartans vs Iowa State Cyclones Womens Basketball
1-2:30 p.m. — Hilton Coliseum — Check website for ticket prices — Watch an exciting clash between the Spartans and Cyclones in women's basketball.
Stonehill Skyhawks vs. Iowa State Cyclones Basketball
7-8:30 p.m. — Hilton Coliseum — Tickets required — Catch the thrilling basketball action as the Stonehill Skyhawks take on the Iowa State Cyclones in this exciting season opener.
Beauty and the Beast Themed Breakfast
9:30-11:00 a.m. — Clouds — Varies by ticket type — Experience an enchanting breakfast inspired by the beloved fairytale with themed treats.
Make & Take Workshop: Magnesium Lotion, Recovery Bath Soak, and Sugar Scrub
6:30-8 p.m. — Ames Spine & Sport — Fee required — Craft your own magnesium lotion, bath soak, and sugar scrub for natural recovery and self-care.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
7-8:30 p.m. — Stephens Auditorium — Check event page for ticket pricing — Experience a thrilling blend of circus artistry and holiday music in a winter wonderland.
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