City of Ames Searching for Historic Preservation Nominations

Nominations are due by Feb. 14.

Ames School Board Expects to Move Forward on $55 Million Elementary Project

Ames School Board will discuss bond referendum language at its meeting tonight.

Snow Ordinance Canceled in Ames

Ames missed out on the big snow and does not expect to implement its snow ordinance today.

Winter Weather 101: What to Do When it Snows in Ames

You didn't really think we'd continue to have above normal temps and no snow all winter, did you?

Ames Voters Say Misgivings Aside, Caucuses Still Better than Primaries

Ames caucus goers said certification will give other states reason to criticize but caucuses are better than primaries.

ISU Political Scientist: Iowa Caucus Always Been an Imperfect System

Steffen Schmidt wrote in a Des Moines Register blog this morning that the Iowa Caucus has always been imperfect and informal something that will have to change now.

Catch Up Fast: Last Week on Ames Patch

Were you too busy to keep up with the news last week? Take 10 minutes and catch up on the top stories in Ames last week.

Ames Approves North Grand Plan; What Stores Do You Want to See

City Council approved a site plan for the North Grand Mall this week in the hopes of bringing more tenants. What do you want to see there?

Ames Community Facilities Committee Recommendation Final

The Community Facilities Committee finalized its recommendation for the school building plan and will present it to the board on Monday.

School Committee Will Recommend Keeping Fellows and Selling GW Carver

Ames Community Facilities Committee plans to recommend to rebuild Fellows Elementary on its current location and urge district to sell Somerset school site at GW Carver Avenue.

Ames Will Install Noisemaker to Deter Crows

A bird repellant noisemaker would play bird distress calls to keep birds out of the area.

Good Weather Leaves Piles of Salt; Empty Ames Tow Yards

The City Yard was a desolate place Wednesday, before overnight winter weather blew through.

Ames Administrator Said Curriculum is Sound

With curriculum in place, the district will focus on professional development.

Iowa Caucus Results in Ames by Precinct

Political pundits have discussed how a recount might affect Tuesday's caucus win after some rural voters said the totals at their precinct didn't match those provided by the Republican Party of Iowa. Here are Ames precinct results.

Romney and Ron Paul Led Ames and Story County Caucuses

Both Romney and Ron Paul received 26 percent of the ballots cast in Republican Story County caucuses Tuesday. While Romney squeaked out a win over Rick Santorum Tuesday, Paul finished third overall in the state.

Ames Caucuses Get Under Way

After months of campaigning, hundreds of candidate stops and way too many political commercials, the Iowa caucuses -- finally -- have begun. Check back with Patch for live results as they come in.

Ames Community Schools Facilities Committee Wants to Keep Fellows

A public forum on the school district's long-range facilities plan will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Ames City Hall in Room 135.

Where to Vote in Ames; Patch Will Provide Live Caucus Results as they Come In

The caucuses begin at 7 p.m. Join us for live results, reports from the precincts, complete analysis and full coverage of candidates reacting to the outcome.

What To Do With That Christmas Tree

Christmas is over; time to dispose of that not so live tree.

Romney Brings Late Bus Tour to Ames Thursday

GOP frontrunner Mitt Romney brings his Iowa campaign tour to Ames late Thursday afternoon. A new CNN poll shows Romney has regained the lead he's held much of the year.

New Year's Day Closings in Ames

Most City offices will be closed Monday to observe the New Year's Holiday.

CyRide Fares to Increase Jan. 1 for Ames Riders

CyRide's cash fare will go up a quarter per ride.

Ames City Council Members Take Oath

Incumbents Jami Larson and Matthew Goodman, and newcomer Victoria Szopinski, will begin their terms in January.

Paul Takes Lead in Latest ISU Poll

A new Iowa State University/Gazette/KCRG poll puts Ron Paul in the top spot and shows his supporters are more dedicated than other candidates' supporters.

Ames Holiday Schedule

Most City Hall offices will be closed Monday and Tuesday to observe the Christmas holiday.

Ames Residents Have Until Jan. 4 to Pledge Support for Blue Zone

The City of Ames will apply to become a Blue Zone community but needs to show that residents are behind them. Read on to learn how to sign up.

Republican Story County Caucuses Attendance Expected to Surpass 2008

Caucus locations have been selected for both Republicans and Democrats. Find your site here.

City of Ames Announces Reception for Mahayni

Ames City Councilman of eight years will be honored in a Dec. 20 reception.

Ames Council Approves Land Purchase for Water Plant

The Ames City Council approved a land swap deal on Tuesday and will hold a public hearing Jan. 24.

Santorum: Obama Engaging in Class Warfare; Romney’s $10,000 Bet Out of My League

Santorum chastises President Obama and GOP candidate Romney during stop Monday at Principal Financial Group in Des Moines.

Perry Crowds Cafe Diem; One Man Asks Why He Hates Gays

Rick Perry's brief speech at Cafe Diem Sunday was followed by a shouting match between a Perry supporter and a former marine who wanted to know why Perry hates gays.

New Water Plant on Ames Horizon

Ames City Council will be asked to approve a land swap on Tuesday making way for a new water plant.

Board of Regents Approve Tuition Increase at State Universities

Tuition for in-state students would increase by $240 in the fall of 2012.

Ron Paul Packs the Great Hall in Countdown to Caucus

Paul spoke before a group of more than 1,350 at Iowa State University Thursday.

Ames Patch Five Things: Library Events, Long Hours at Reiman and a Goodbye

Things happening in Ames today and other things you might want to know.

Paul at ISU in Ames Thursday for Final Caucus Lecture in Series

Paul's Countdown to the Caucus speech begins at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Great Hall of the Memorial Union.

Szopinski Wins Ames City Council's Fourth Ward with 53 Percent of the Vote

The Story County Auditor's Office reported that just under 9 percent of registered voters cast a ballot in Tuesday's runoff election.

Ames City Council Runoff for Fourth Ward to be Decided Tuesday

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Candidates Chuck Jons and Victoria Szopinski face off for the Fourth Ward Ames City Council seat.

Occupy Movement Changes Political Conversation, Activists Say at Ames Event

Occupy movement panelists gathered in Ames said there is no one set result envisioned, but rather, small victories that will happen on the way to social reform.

Former Governor Ray Announces Support for Romney Friday

Robert Ray served as the state's governor from 1969 to 1983, and is revered by many Iowans ,especially moderate Republicans.