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Happening soon: Roach Motel Zine Club — Kristin M Roach on the Ames Patch calendar
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In today's newsletter:
- How will the Iowa State Daily's new Ames editor cover you?
- What did 801 Day arrests reveal about Ames' new party fines?
- Why is a national American Legion ride stopping overnight in Ames?
Also on today's calendar: Loft Reserved.
Today's riddle: How fast is milk when you pour it? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Monday: A passing morning shower, with a high of 80 and low of 61 degrees.
- Tuesday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 82, low: 66.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 84 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Iowa State Daily launches expanded Ames coverage (iowastatedaily.com) — Ames residents can expect more in-depth coverage of city council, neighborhoods, local businesses, and community stories as the Iowa State Daily dedicates a new City of Ames editor. Student journalist Henry Annen invites readers to send in story ideas, tips, and questions so the paper's expanded Ames beat reflects what matters most to people who live here. 
• Iowa State Police cite, arrest 33 people during '801 Day' festivities (who13.com) — Police reported 33 people arrested or cited during this year's 801 Day in Ames, with about half having no Iowa State affiliation and most offenses tied to underage possession and public intoxication. The report also notes that Ames City Council sharply increased nuisance party fines in Campustown, meaning first-time violations over this weekend now cost $650, with steeper penalties for repeat offenses.
• American Legion Legacy Run kicks off in Lincoln (wowt.com) — A national American Legion motorcycle fundraiser is riding toward Louisville and plans an overnight stop in Ames, bringing dozens of riders raising money for veterans and their families. The four-day, 1,000-mile Legacy Run features organized flights of bikes, support vehicles, and road guards, highlighting both safety and a shared sense of service among participants.
📸 Around Ames
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Ames
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★ Featured events ★
- Roach Motel Zine Club — Kristin M Roach →
Kristin M Roach Art, 138 Main St, Ames
4:00 pm
Friday September 11
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Other local events
- Loft Reserved →
Dog·Eared Books, 203 Main St, Ames
9:00 am
Tuesday September 15
📣 Ames Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Girls Tennis: Carroll vs North Polk (Varsity)
Middle School North Polk High School Tennis Courts
4:00 pm - Volleyball: Roland-Story "Early Bird" Quad (Varsity)
Roland-Story Comm School District Roland-Story High School South Gym
5:00 pm - Girls Tennis: North Polk vs Boone (Level 2)
North Polk Comm School District Boone - McHose Park
4:15 pm - Girls Tennis: North Polk vs Boone (Varsity)
North Polk Comm School District Boone - McHose Park
4:15 pm - Volleyball: Volleyball Quad (Varsity)
Middle School Ankeny High School Main Gym
5:00 pm - Volleyball: (JV 2)
North Polk Comm School District Ankeny High School Aux Gym
5:00 pm - Girls Cross Country: Jaguar XC Invite (Level 2)
Middle School DMACC Ankeny Campus DMACC XC Course
5:00 pm - Girls Cross Country: Jaguar XC Invitational (Varsity)
Middle School DMACC Ankeny Campus DMACC XC Course
6:20 pm - HS Picture Day
Middle School Alleman, IA 50007
8:24 am - 1976 Craft -- Crocheted Granny Squares →
Ericson Public Library, 702 Greene St, Boone
6:00 pm
Monday August 24
Tuesday August 25
Wednesday August 26
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Skechers USA, Inc. posted a job opening for Retail Sales Associate in Ames. Apply here.
- Planet Fitness, Inc. posted a job opening for Overnight Closer in Ames. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ames here.
🗞 Nearby News
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- New $3.2M Grant Boosts Drug Access for Rural Hospitals in 9 States Including Montana (matr.net)
- Four teams remain undefeated at the Little League World Series (pennlive.com)
- Director Douglas Beals Buys More Shares of Ames National Corp (A (gurufocus.com)
Ok Ames! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It's "Pasturized" before you know it! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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