Ames Police Looking for Officers

City of Ames hopes to recruit officers to Civil Service eligibility list.

Red Cross Swimming Lessons Offered in Ames

The American Red Cross swimming lessons begin Sept. 10 in Ames

What's Open and What's Closed on Labor Day in Ames

It's Labor Day in Ames here's what's open and what's closed.

Headed Near Ames High School? This Road Closing Might Affect You

Road construction expected to begin today might affect you.

Congressman Steve King Endorsed by Iowa Corn Growers, Iowa Farm Bureau

Corn Growers Association joins Farm Bureau in endorsing Steve King, R-Kiron, who is in a race for Iowa's 4th District against Christie Vilsack, of Ames.

Road Closing Affects Ames High School Route

Ridgewood Avenue Construction Begins Sept. 4.

Electricity Useage in Ames Nears Peak Demand

Ames officials remind residents to be smart about energy use as heat continues.

Obama Heartland Tour 2012 With Ashley Judd and Ben McKenzie Comes to Ames Friday

Ashley Judd and Ben McKenzie will stop in Ames Friday as part of the Obama campaign's Heartland Tour. Their visit comes just a day before the president makes his 7th Iowa appearance of the year Saturday at Living History Farms in Urbandale.

Ames Journalist Files for Story County Supervisor Race

Lauris Olson, owner of Ames Bulletin Board and Ames News Online, filed as an independent candidate for the Story County supervisor seat currently held by Democrat Wayne Clinton.

What's Open and What's Closed on Labor Day in Ames

Labor Day is just around the corner. Some city offices will be closed. Add your closings and openings to this story.

On College Town Tour, Obama Tells Iowa State Students 'Your Generation Chooses'

President Barack Obama spoke to thousands of students and supporters at Iowa State University Tuesday.

Ron Paul Speaks to Iowa Delegates Including Those From Ames at Republican National Convention, Urges them to Fight On

Ron Paul issued a challenge to supporters from Iowa to continue carrying on "intellectual war" even as his presidential hopes fade. Attendees included Dusty Juhl and A.J. Spiker of Ames.

ISU 'Students for Mitt' Demonstration, Full-Page Romney-Ryan Ad in Student Newspaper to Greet Obama Visit to Ames

Mitt Romney supporters are planning a demonstration for President Barack Obama's visit to Iowa State University campus in Ames on Tuesday, and his campaign has purchased a full-page ad criticizing Obama in the Iowa State Daily.

Tickets, Schedule Released for Obama's Iowa State Visit

Ticketing resumes 10 a.m. Monday. Obama's two-day college tour in Iowa, Colorado and Virginia starts Tuesday in Ames.

Story County GOP Invites King, Vilsack to Debate

Story County GOP proposes hosting of Lincoln-Douglas style debate after media sponsors send letter of cancellation.

Ames' Dusty Juhl, Ron Paul Supporter, to Represent Iowa at Republican National Convention

Juhl said he will head to Tampa still in support of Ron Paul, though he knows Mitt Romney will be the nominee.

Tickets, Schedule Released for Obama Speech at Iowa State University on Tuesday

Ticketing resumed 10 a.m. Sunday. Obama's two-day college tour in Iowa, Colorado and Virginia starts Tuesday in Ames.

Ethics Complaints Against Regent Dropped by State Board

Ethics complaints made by Citizens for Community Improvement against Bruce Rastetter, a member of the Iowa Board of Regents, were dismissed on Thursday by members of the Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board.

(VIDEO) Iowa Congressman Steve King's Advice to Iowa State Students: Avoid Multicultural Groups

Avoid multicultural groups which teach you to feel sorry for yourselves, King says.

Iowa Ethics Board Dismisses Complaint Against Regent Bruce Rastetter

Complaints filed by the Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement have been dismissed in a unanimous vote today.

Rep. Steve King Refuses Debate in Ames with Christie Vilsack After Rebuff of Lincoln/Douglas Format

Dispute over format for debate in Ames.

Obama Back in Ames on Tuesday, Des Moines in September

President Obama, fresh off Iowa State Fair visit, is back to Iowa next week.

Is Congressman Steve King Defending Todd Akin on 'Legitimate Rape' Comments?

U.S. Rep. Steve King, of Iowa, who is in a race against Christie Vilsack for Iowa's new 4th District, has stood up for embattled Rep. Todd Akin, of Missouri, after he made comments on rape and pregnancy. Vilsack said King's views are unacceptable.

Top 5 Questions Iowa Activist Watchdog Group Wants Answered at Rastetter Ethics Hearing Thursday

The Iowa Ethics and Campaign Disclosure Board will consider an ethics complaint against Bruce Rastetter of the Iowa Board of Regents on Thursday.

ISU Professor Gets White House Invite to Talk Video Games

Douglas Gentile, an Iowa State University psychology associate professor, plans to head to the White House on Wednesday to lead a discussion about behavior connected to video games.

Ames Library Board to Vote on Asbestos, Lead-Based Paint Contract and Lease Space

The Ames Library Board of Trustees meets on Thursday. Major items on the agenda are connected to the library renovation project.

Obama in Boone: Bring Back Clinton Era Tax Rates

President Barack Obama spoke at the Herman Park Pavilion on Monday. It was his second planned public stop in a three-day bus tour of Iowa.

Christie Vilsack Vows Local Focus During Stop at Iowa State Fair

Christie Vilsack, a Democrat campaigning against Steve King, R-Kiron, for Iowa's 4th-District congressional seat, spoke at the Iowa State Fair on Monday.

Mitt Romney's VP Pick Paul Ryan to Visit Iowa State Fair Monday

Romney's campaign announced that his choice of vice president, Paul Ryan, will visit the Iowa State Fair.

Actor Ryan Phillippe Passes Out Obama Tickets in Boone Saturday

Phillippe will meet with supporters in Boone at 11 a.m. to pass out tickets to Obama's Boone appearance scheduled for Monday.

Obama's Three Day Iowa Tour Includes Boone and Waterloo

President Barack Obama will be in Iowa for three days next week. Tickets to many events will be given away at campaign offices Saturday. Tickets for Obama events in Marshalltown, Davenport and Dubuque will be handed out Sunday.

Obama's Campaign Releases Details On Boone Visit (Updated)

Actor Ryan Phillippe will had out tickets to Obama's Boone event. Guests are expected to arrive in Boone at 3 p.m. Monday for Obama's afternoon speech at Herman Park Pavilion in Boone.

STORY COUNTY TRAILS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING

Yard Waste Free Days

Story County Conservation Partners Meeting

Library Renewal Project Q & A Session

Snow Readiness Day

Drug Drop Off Scheduled for Oct. 29

Story County Trails Advisory Committee Meeting

Jennett Heritage Area Dedication