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WEBAge 86. Ames, IA. Edmund James Peake Jr, “Jim” 86, of Ames passed away on August 15, 2024. A memorial service will be held at 2:00pm on September 17th at Ames United Church of Christ (217 6th St, Ames,... Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care. The Ames Tribune obituaries and death notices. Remembering the lives of those we've lost.
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WEBPhotos from Ames High's homecoming parade Extra crispy: This fast food staple is returning to Ames Publishing giant Penguin claims partial win in Iowa book ban ruling Trump would keep US secure; Harris more trustworthy, Iowa Poll says. Stay up-to-date with the latest news, stories and headlines in Ames, IA from The Ames Tribune.
What to expect at Iowa State University's Welcome Weekend 2024
WEBAug 20, 2024 · Cyclone Welcome Weekend kicks off on Friday, Aug. 23. All new and returning students are invited to enjoy the free events scattered throughout the weekend. University IDs are needed to participate. Destination Iowa State organized many of the offerings, including Friday's cookout. Much of Saturday's programming.
Ames Police Department issue July 'activity report': 3 takeaways
WEBSep 8, 2021 · Here are three takeaways from the report: 1. Black people in Ames are overrepresented in arrests, charges. A total of 83 individuals were arrested or charged with an offense by Ames police in July, according to the report. Sixty-two people were white, 18 people were Black, one person was Asian, one person was described as American Indian/Alaska ...
Ames hires Nolan Sagan as city’s first sustainability coordinator
WEBAug 12, 2024 · The City of Ames has found its first sustainability coordinator tasked with keeping staff on course for net-zero emissions. Nolan Sagan will serve as a resource for all city departments to ensure the work aligns with Ames' Climate Action Plan, which outlines initiatives for an 83% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050.
$53.3M contract awarded for work on Ames' wastewater facility
WEBAug 14, 2024 · The City of Ames is prepared to pay $8.6 million more than expected to renovate its water treatment facility. The Water Pollution Control Facility (WPCF) is being converted to a biological nutrient reduction process over a 20-year period. During its meeting Tuesday, the Ames City Council awarded the contract to Woodruff Construction for about $53.3 million.
Ames Area Amateur Astronomers celebrating 45th anniversary
WEBAug 16, 2024 · Having an interest in the moon and stars isn’t new to a group of local enthusiasts. This year, the Ames Area Amateur Astronomers Club is celebrating its 45th anniversary. The group strives to inform and excite people about the wonders of the night sky. The club has monthly meetings, which often include a presentation by an expert.
An ode to a troublesome beaver - The Ames Tribune
WEBAug 16, 2024 · Ames resident Tim Torkildson penned a poem after a local beaver chewed down a tree, knocking out power for 1,500 residents on Tuesday: Malignant beavers down in Ames. Play their awful gnawing games. Dropping trees on powerlines. Never having to pay fines. Rodents high above the law; That is their one tragic flaw.
Ames City Council pledges $12K for homelessness consultant
WEBAug 15, 2024 · Ames Tribune. 0:03. 0:55. The City of Ames is beginning conversations to help slow a rise in local homelessness by committing $12,000 for a specialized consultant. The Ames City Council believes this yet-to-be-indentified specialist can host informational community gatherings on homelessness with the goal of developing an action plan by fall.