Wednesday, November 20th, 2024

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Good morning, Ames. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fareway and the Iowa Farm Bureau donated a truckload of ground protein to the Food Bank of Iowa, supporting 345,000 food-insecure Iowans, as part of the 'Meat the Need' campaign. KCCI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Iowa experiences above-normal rainfall in November, receiving a substantial amount despite lighter than expected totals. KCCI
- ➤ Central Iowa recorded light to moderate rainfall on Monday, with Des Moines International Airport's November rain total increasing by 0.50 inches, contributing to a 1.5 inches monthly surplus. Local 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A pilot program in Iowa, supported by funding from the American Rescue Plan Act, successfully expanded the child care workforce and increased child care slots in participating communities. KCCI
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Iowa Opus Honor Choir Concert
Experience an evening of choral music featuring talented young singers in a prestigious honor choir performance.
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Iowa Music Educators Conference 2024 Presentation by Cecilia Roudabush
Learn about creativity and student-led music making in the classroom through the insights of Cecilia Roudabush, Director of Education at New Harmony Line, during the Iowa Music Educator's Association Conference.
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Magical Princess-Themed Breakfast
Experience a delightful breakfast filled with princess-themed treats and whimsical decorations, perfect for families looking to enjoy a charming morning together.
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Drake Bulldogs vs. Iowa State Cyclones Women's Basketball Game
Experience a thrilling women's basketball showdown between the Drake Bulldogs and Iowa State Cyclones at Hilton Coliseum.
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Ogden Total Fitness Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5k
Experience a fun and energetic 5k run this Thanksgiving at Ogden Total Fitness, perfect for the whole community.
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Iowa State Cyclones Women's Volleyball vs. Kansas Jayhawks
Experience an exciting women's volleyball match between the Iowa State Cyclones and the Kansas Jayhawks at the Hilton Coliseum.
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Kansas State Wildcats vs. Iowa State Cyclones
Experience an exciting college football matchup between the Kansas State Wildcats and the Iowa State Cyclones at Jack Trice Stadium.
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Public Art Commission Meeting
Participate in the establishment of public art philosophy and planning for Ames through discussions on funding allocations.
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Conservation on Tap: A Community Discussion
Engage in an open conversation about conservation practices with local farmers and water quality experts at Fenceline Beer Lab.
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Coffee Mingle at TS Bank
Connect with local business owners and community members over coffee in a casual networking environment.
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