Ames Rummage RAMPage To Partner With Non-Profits, Informational Meeting Set For May 12

An orientation meeting for interested non-profit organization representatives is planned for 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 12, via Zoom.

Ames Public Library: Star Wars: The Fan Awakens

Hello there! It's Star Wars day, and what a day for a Star Wars fan to be alive! With a new Star Wars series launching and many more pro ...

Fleet Services Named To ‘100 Best' List In Ames

“In our application, we presented our efforts toward sustainability by using more biodiesel vehicles,” said Rich Iverson.

Bike To Work Week Starts May 17 At City Hall In Ames

May is National Bike Month, and National Bike to Work Week is May 17 to 23.

Ames Plans Mental Health Public Forum To Connect Residents With Resources

The event, hosted by Ames Mayor John Haila, will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 20 at the Ames City Auditorium.

Forums Scheduled To Educate Public On Community Development Block Grants In Ames

The funding of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Programs for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021, has been announced.

Historic Preservation Awards Announced In Ames

Painstaking research and implementation has resulted in a successful historic rehabilitation of this 1910 home.

Ames Public Library: Move Over, Nancy Drew!

One day last fall, I came to work and noticed a stack of books on my desk. Hmm, I thought, those are those dusty teen detective novels I ...

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drive In Ames Area

The pandemic has impacted the country's blood supply. The Red Cross is holding a blood drive soon in the Ames area.

Ames To Partner With Landowners On Water Quality Goals

The goal of this collaboration is to improve water quality and help the City’s Water Pollution Control Facility meet future.

Ames Parks Being Prepared For The 2021 Season

All park restrooms will be open with functional water by Friday April 16, including the new restroom at Brookside Park.

KHOI, Ames Host Earth Day Appreciation

KHOI loves Earth Day Appreciation. This programming offers a wonderful way to celebrate the entire natural community of earth.

Ames Public Library: Better Together

When kids ask for help finding books here at the library, it seems as if they fall into one of two camps. They like either fiction or no ...

East 8th Street Reconstruction Begins Next Week In Ames

Reconstruction of East Eighth Street from Duff to Carroll avenues will begin the week of April 12, weather permitting.

Ames Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has affected the country's blood supply.

Low Head Dam Celebration Planned In Ames For May 1

Parking is available at softball fields in North River Valley Park, 725 E. 13th St. Accessible parking is located to north of the fields.

Stash The Trash Planned In Ames For April 9 And 10

Stash the Trash is planned for Friday, April 9, and Saturday, April 10.

Ames Public Library: Twenty Twenty-One

If someone were to ask you to pick out a single notable thing about the year 2021, what would you say? I'm going to go out on a limb and ...

Ames Public Library: Ames Public Library Grieves

Ames Public Library is committed to the City of Ames values shared by Mayor Haila in support of the Asian American and Pacific Islander ...

Ames Public Library: Facing Our Truth

See the latest announcement from the Ames Public Library.

Inis Grove Park Sidewalk Project Begins In Ames On March 22

Construction of a sidewalk at Inis Grove Park, 2500 Duff Ave., will begin the week of March 22, weather permitting.

Ames Flood Mitigation Tree Clearing Begins On Thursday

The tree clearing is part of channel grading necessary to complete conveyance improvements within the channel to lower flood levels.

Ames Receives $10,000 Tree Planting Grant

If pandemic protocols allow, the trees will be planted by volunteers in coordination with the Ames Foundation in May.

Ames Hydrant Flushing Begins On March 24

The Public Works Department will begin its annual fire hydrant flushing program on Wednesday, March 24.

Shared Use Path Closed Temporarily In Ames

Path users are asked to use alternate routes, including the Skunk River Trail, during the path closure.

Shared Use Path Closed Temporarily In Ames

The shared use path of South Duff Avenue at Billy Sunday Road will be closed for approximately 2 weeks beginning today March 3.

Plans Being Finalized For Pavement Improvements In Ames

The road will be closed to through traffic during this process, but access will be available to businesses and residents.

Ames Public Library: Library To Reopen For Browsing March 15

Ames Public Library is moving into the next phase of reopening spaces to the public. Starting March 15, visitors will be able to browse ...

Nominations Accepted For ‘Home For Everyone’ Award In Ames

The Ames Human Relations Commission is seeking nominations for its annual “Home for Everyone” award.

Ames Firefighters, Police Receive Coronavirus Vaccinations

More than 80 percent of Ames firefighters and police officers recently received COVID-19 vaccinations.

Community Garden Meetings Set For Wednesday In Ames

This meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 10. The meeting will be held via Zoom.

Public Art Commission Displays Black Artists Work At City Hall In Ames

The art will be on display in the front lobby of City Hall during the month of February.

City Of Ames Offices Closed On February 15 For Presidents Day

Most City of Ames departments and divisions will be closed on Monday, Feb. 15, in recognition of Presidents Day.

Plans Being Finalized For East 20th Street; Reconstruction Planned From Duff To Meadowlane In Ames

Please submit comments to the webpage by Friday, February 12.

Public Input Sought For CDBG/HOME Annual Action Plan In Ames

The Annual Action Plan is a portion of the City of Ames’ five-year (2019-2023) Consolidated Plan.

Public Input Sought For Change Of Use Designation On 6th Street Properties In Ames

The 30-day public comment period will end on Monday, March 1, 2021.

Snow Ordinance In Effective On January 30, 2021 In Ames

Due to the amount of snow forecast in the area, the City of Ames Snow Ordinance will go into effect: 6 p.m. on Saturday, January 30, 2021.

Residents Recognized For Heroic Acts During Apartment Fire In West Ames

The incident began at approximately 4 p.m. on Dec. 9, when passersby noticed smoke & flames coming from the outside of an apartment.

Plans Being Finalized For 9th Street, Reconstruction Planned From Grand To Clark In Ames

The project is anticipated to be completed in late fall of 2021. As with all projects, actual duration will depend on weather conditions.

Plans Being Finalized For 13 Street, Reconstruction Designed From Duff To Meadowlane In Ames

The project will be completed in five phases to allow emergency vehicles access to and from the Ames Fire Station at 1300 Burnett Ave.