Branstad at Iowa State: 2013 is the Year of the Veterinarian

Gov. Terry Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds visited Iowa State University Monday afternoon.

Ames School Boundary Proposal Keeps Families Together

A proposal would allow families enrolled by the fall of 2013 to stay together when elementary school boundaries change.

How to Post Your Free Graduation Announcement on Patch

Use our free announcement service to share the good news about your Ames High School or college graduate.

Class of 2013: When is Ames High School's Commencement?

Everything you need to know to attend this year's ceremony for Ames High School graduates.

Iowa State Professor Said Advertisers Will Soon Ask to Scan Your Face

Brian Mennecke said advertisers and marketers will soon be using facial recognition software to bombard us with better targeted advertising.

Roosevelt Redevelopment Discussion Continues Tuesday at Ames City Council

Developers will discuss how they plan to seek approval for a project to turn the 90-year-old school into condominiums.

Committee Recommends Family Grandfathering for New Ames Schools

Ames School Board members discussed proposed elementary school boundary changes and family grandfathering recently.

2013 College Grads Seeking Jobs Hurting If They Didn’t Get Work Experience in School

While job prospects have improved in some professions since previous years, this spring’s Iowa college graduates with the best chances to land jobs will be those demonstrating professional experience they gained while in college from more than place.

College Grads in Iowa Carry Some of the Highest Student Debt in the Nation

Iowa weighs in with the sixth highest student debt rates in the nation. Last year, graduates from Iowa’s three Board of Regents universities faced debts averaging $27,000. Their private-college counterparts averaged $30,000.

Ames High Teacher is National EPA Winner

Mike Todd an Ames High School Science teacher received the Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators.

Linda Fullmer to Deliver Keynote Address at Iowa State University College of Human Sciences Graduation

The Ankeny resident will speak at Friday's College of Human Sciences celebration.

Ames School Board Extends Contract with Taylor Ohde Kitchell

Board agreed to $1.4 million contract extension for construction management firms.

Newsweek Report: Ames High School No. 2 in Iowa, Among Best in USA

The magazine's 2013 rankings came out Monday.

Security Gaps Found in Iowa Regent Universities Emergency Text Alerts

Though 80 percent of students use texts to communicate only about half would receive emergency alerts from Regent Universities, according to an IowaWatch report.

Thomas Lograsso is Interim Director of Ames Laboratory

Lograsso replaced Alex King who will step down to lead the Critical Materials Institute.

Teenage Cell Phone Addiction Earns Ames High Student First Place Prize

Rachel Kim's study on cell phone addiction among teens earned her a top spot in the 2013 State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa.

Ames School District Would Pay $1.4 Million for Construction Management of Three Schools

The Ames Community School board will discuss whether to expand its contract with construction manager Taylor Ohde Kitchell.

Should Ames Schools Allow Cell Tower on Ames Middle School Site?

A Verizon cell phone tower company has asked to lease space for a new tower.

Ames is Among Iowa's Best for Advance Placement Participation, University of Iowa Belin-Blank Center Says

Ames finished fourth in the Iowa AP Index.

Ames High School Drama Department presents “Up the Down Staircase”

See what happens when idealism clashes with reality.

Doug McDermott's NBA Draft Decision

Ames High School graduate Doug McDermott has his mind made up.

NFL Draft: Iowa State Cyclones A.J. Klein, Carter Bykowski Drafted

Klein and Bykoski will go to the Carolina Panthers and San Francisco 49ers and three other Cyclones Jake Knott, Josh Lenz and Jake McDonough head to NFL camp.

PHOTOS: Campustown Parklet on Display Through Sunday

Iowa State University Student Society of Landscape Architecture installed this parklet in Campustown. It will be on Chamberlain Street through Sunday, April 28th.

Iowa State Allowed to Lease Private Apartment Buildings for Students

University has to lease apartments in Ames for fall 2013 housing requests.

Ames High School Pool Reopened After Electrical Problem

The municipal pool at the high school closed Wednesday due to an electrical problem.

Company Gives Grant to Iowa State University to Help Kids Pursue Agriculture Careers

The $400,000 grant is expected to impact more than 500 Iowa students during the next five year.

NFL Draft 2013: Television Schedule, Predictions, Where to Watch, and Where will Cyclones be Drafted?

We have a quick rundown of the drafts for you Iowa State Cyclone and NFL diehards that are curious to see where Iowa players will be drafted.

Report: Ames High School Gets Impressive Ranking from National Magazine

Ames High School is not only one of the best in Iowa, but also one of the best in the nation, according to a new report.

Iowa State University Professor Heading to Italy for Fellowship

The architecture professor joins an elite group of fellows that include composer Aaron Copeland and author Frank McCourt, one central Iowa publication reports.

VEISHEA 2013: Schedule of Events for Friday

among lineup of events for Friday, day five of the annual Iowa State University festival.

Police Hyper-vigilant During VEISHEA Weekend 'If You See Something Say Something'

Ames Police Department's Safe Neighborhoods Team works to prevent riots of VEISHEAs past.

Re-Imagine Roosevelt as Condominiums on Earth Day

The developer, who purchased the 1923 school, will host an open listening session and community forum on the school's future tonight at City Hall.

VEISHEA 2013: Schedule of Events for Thursday

Cyclone Idol hosted by American Idol Lee DeWyze among lineup of events for Thursday, day four of the annual Iowa State University festival.

Iowa State's Treasures of the Textiles and Clothing Museum Closes Sunday

It's your last chance to see a bit of the Textiles and Clothing Museum's treasures.

Iowa State Works to Improve Health and Wellness

Iowa State students have established partnerships with the National Center for Animal Health and Barilla pasta, and are building partnerships with the Iowa Department of Transportation, the ISU Foundation, theRenewable Energy Group, and Webfilings.

Iowa State University Students Team Up With Urbandale on City Shelter

Iowa State students studying architecture, interior design and landscaping helped Urbandale construct a new picnic shelter at Lakeview Park.

VEISHEA Parade Map 2013

The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. on Pammel Drive.

VEISHEA Parade: What You Need to Know to Go

A quick run down on the VEISHEA parade. It starts at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Pammel Drive.

VEISHEA, Parade, Guitar Trio, Ames and Des Moines Metro Events When, Where and Ticket Information

Plus where to find a full VEISHEA Schedule.

Community Invited to Re-Imagine Roosevelt

The developer, who purchased the 1923 school, will host an open listening session and community forum on the school's future Monday at City Hall.