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High School Students Invited to Enter Annual MLK Essay Contest

Published on October 27, 2026

Ames and Story County high school students are invited to participate in the seventh annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. essay contest. The competition is open to public and homeschool students in Ames and Story County.

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Homewood Golf Course Open Through Nov. 1

Published on October 27, 2026

Homewood Golf Course, 401 E. 20th St., will remain open for golfing through Sunday, Nov. 1, weather permitting. The course will close for the season beginning Monday, Nov. 2.

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Parks & Recreation Requests Feedback on Indoor Recreation Center

Published on October 26, 2026

The City of Ames is exploring a potential indoor recreation facility that would allow year-round activities.

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Northbound Lanes of Grand Avenue to Close for Power Pole Replacement

Published on October 23, 2026

The northbound lanes of Grand Avenue will close north of the Grand Avenue and 13th Street intersection, beginning Monday, Nov. 2, as Ames Electric Services begins power pole replacement. The lanes are expected to be closed through Friday, Nov. 20.

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Drop Off Pumpkins at Resource Recovery Plant

Published on October 22, 2026

Once your jack-o-lanterns and other natural fall decor are starting to decay, resist the urge to toss them in the trash – that would be a nightmare for the Resource Recovery Plant! Instead, take them to the drop-off bin on the north side of the plant at 410 E. Second St.

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Four Fall No-Charge Yard Waste Days Set

Published on October 22, 2026

The first No-Charge Yard Waste Day of the fall will be Saturday, Oct. 24, at Steenhoek Environmental, 3892 N. 500th Ave., from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This day is for leaves and grass clippings only. Three additional fall no-charge yard waste days will be Saturday, Nov. 7 (includes brush), Saturday, Nov. 14, and Saturday, Nov. 21.

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Town Budget Meeting Set for Nov. 5

Published on October 22, 2026

The City of Ames budget process kicks off in the fall with the annual Town Budget Meeting. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5, in the City Council Chambers, second floor, City Hall, 515 Clark Ave.

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CAPER Available for Public Review

Published on October 21, 2026

The 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) is available for a 15-day public comment period that will end on Thursday, Nov. 5.

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Ames Public Art Tour (APArT) set for Nov. 15

Published on October 21, 2026

The City of Ames Public Art Commission (PAC) will launch the Ames Public Art Tour (APArT) from 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 15, weather permitting. The event will offer community members an opportunity to view pieces from the city's public art inventory, learn about the public art process, and engage with commission members.

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Parks & Recreation Requests Feedback on Indoor Recreation Facility

Published on October 19, 2026

The City of Ames is exploring a potential indoor recreation facility that would allow year-round activities. This facility may include courts for basketball, volleyball, and pickleball, but may also include exercise equipment, artificial turf, an indoor playground, batting cages, and/or multipurpose space.

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High School Students Invited to Enter Annual MLK Essay Contest

Homewood Golf Course Open Through Nov. 1

Parks & Recreation Requests Feedback on Indoor Recreation Center

Northbound Lanes of Grand Avenue to Close for Power Pole Replacement

Drop Off Pumpkins at Resource Recovery Plant

Four Fall No-Charge Yard Waste Days Set

Town Budget Meeting Set for Nov. 5

CAPER Available for Public Review

Ames Public Art Tour (APArT) set for Nov. 15

Parks & Recreation Requests Feedback on Indoor Recreation Facility

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