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SBA Offers Disaster Assistance

Published on July 31, 2026

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans to Iowa businesses, private nonprofits, and residents to offset physical and economic losses from severe storms, heavy rains, and flash flooding occurring July 2 – 4. The SBA issued a disaster

RAGBRAI Riders to Travel Near Ames

Published on July 20, 2026

On Wednesday, July 22, RABGRAI riders traveling from Boone to Marshalltown will be cycling through Gilbert before going south toward Ames. The bicycle travel route will open at 6 a.m. and is expected to be back to normal traffic by 3 p.m.

Annual Rummage RAMPage Begins July 24

Published on July 17, 2026

The tenth annual Rummage RAMPage begins on Friday, July 24, with donations being accepted. Sales begin on Saturday, July 25, and continue through Saturday, Aug. 1, at the Ames Intermodal Facility parking ramp, 129 Hayward Ave.

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