Ames School Board Selects Construction Manager and Sets Hearing on Sale of Old Middle School

The Ames Community School Board selected a construction manager and set a public hearing date on the auction of the former middle school.

Ames School District To Review Crisis Management and Emergency Plan in Wake of Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting in Newtown, CT

Ames School Board's policy committee will meet Tuesday to review its safety policies.

Ames School Board To Hire Construction Manager, Discuss Middle School Sale Monday

On the Agenda: Ames Community School Board meets at 6:30 p.m. tonight at Ames High School.

Iowa State Psychologist: How To Talk to Your Kids About Connecticut Shooting

The Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting in Newtown, CT was the nation's second deadliest school shooting. Here's how to talk to your kids about it.

In Wake of Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting, Ames Schools Release Statement

The Ames Community School District reassures parents of school safety after Connecticut school shooting.

Could the Ames School Board Waste Your Money

The Boards plan to use a construction manager for its elementary building projects, which critics say could increase costs and opens the district to liability. School officials said this would give them greater control over the project.

Meeker Could Become a Blue Ribbon School

Meeker Elementary School was nominated for the national Blue Ribbon School program.

Ames Winter Break Schedule

Ames Community School District's winter break schedule.

ISU Graduation Schedule; Commencement is Saturday

Iowa State University will hold its commencement ceremony Saturday

ISU Fall Semester Ends, Spring Graduation Applications Due Today

It's the last day of the fall 2012 semester and the end of other things as well.

ISU Cy's Rule: Marijuana Leaves and Raygun Need Not Apply Or Just Forgot To

ISU Trademark Agency demands Raygun shirts featuring "Mayor" Fred Hoiberg be sent to their office.

Lang, State Board of Regents President, Clarifies Statement on ISU President Leath's Contract

Iowa State Board of Regents President Craig Lang clarified his statement to Iowa Public Radio about ISU President Steven Leath's contract.

Official: Letting Cyclone Logo on Iowa State Pro-Marijuana Student Group T-Shirts a 'Blip'

An Iowa State University official says the school won't allow Cyclone logos on T-shirts of a pro-pot student group, but the slip up is not cause to overreact.

Tidy Cat Litter Helps ISU Recycle Glass (Photo of the Day)

These Tidy Cat litter pails will be used to collect glass for recycling at Iowa State University.

Gilbert School District Voters Approve Bond for High School Expansion Tuesday

Voters in both the Gilbert Community School District and Collins-Maxwell schools voted in favor of measures before them Tuesday.

Alcohol-Related Offenses Up 37% for Iowa State University Students

A State Board of Regents report on criminal offenses at the three universities shows that 37 percent more students have been charged with an alcohol related offense in 2012 when compared to the same time period last year.

Gilbert School District Residents Asked to Support Expansion of New High School in Special Election Tuesday

Residents of the Gilbert School district, which includes north Ames will decide whether to approve a $4.95 million bond referendum to expand the new high school expected to open in the fall of 2013.

Holiday Events in Ames

Holiday events are in abundance in Ames. Here's some things you can do now through Dec. 17.

ISU Foundation Names New President

Iowa State University Foundation announced that it has completed its search for a new president.

7 Reasons Why You Should Buy Tickets to Ames High School's Ye Old Madrigal Dinner

A king, a queen, a jester, ladies and lords tell us why we all should watch this year's Ye Old Madrigal Dinner.

Royce White Meeting With NBA Houston Rockets to Decide Fate

Royce White, the16th draft pick overall and former ISU Cyclone, will reportedly decide his future with the NBA Houston Rockets Monday.

Ames High School Featured in Sustainable Art Show at ISU

Ames High School's environmental science class will present its Lexicon of Sustainability art exhibit at Iowa State University Saturday.

Candy Crowley Tells ISU Crowd, Election Came Down to Who Voters Could Connect With

CNN correspondent Candy Crowley spoke Tuesday at Iowa State University's Memorial Union in Ames as part of the 20th Anniversary of the Carrie Chapman Catt Center for Women and Politics.

Finalists Named in Search for New Dean at Iowa State College of Engineering

Robert Bishop, Mark Law and Sarah Rajala have been selected from among the candidates to replace Jonathan Wickert.

A Star For Every Student (photos)

DECA decks out Ames High School with stars.

Ames High School Announces the 2012 Madrigal Dinner

Tickets to Ames High School's Ye Old Madrigal Dinner are now available.

ISU Alum Spanier Charged in Penn State's Jerry Sandusky Child Sex Abuse Case

Former Penn State University President Graham Spanier, who has been charged in a child sex abuse scandal involving former football coach Jerry Sandusky, graduated from Iowa State University.

Iowa State University Researches Renewable Fuels of the Future

ISU built a gasifier from $1 million Department of Energy grant.

ISU Homecoming Cytennial Schedule 2012 Saturday

The Cytennial Homecoming weekend is here.

ISU's Cytennial Homecoming 2012 Schedule

Iowa State University's celebrates its 100th Homecoming with several events including a game against the Baylor Bears Saturday.

King Tells Ames High His Stances Are Rooted in the Constitution

Congressman Steve King answered several questions at a student forum at Ames High School Wednesday. His 4th District opponent Christie Vilsack visited the school last week.

Ames High Little Cyclones to Face Sioux City East

High School Varsity Football will play Sioux City East in playoffs tonight, giving Ames High Senior Jake Mills another shot to shine.

Ames High School Turns Pink for Breast Cancer

Ames High School turned pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Week.

ISU's 100th Homecoming Centennial Photo From the Past

Iowa State University will celebrate its 100th Homecoming all week, with most events beginning Friday.

ISU Homecoming Cytennial Schedule 2012

Iowa State University's Cytennial Homecoming week has arrived.

Vilsack Says Her Gender and Life Experience Would Bring Diversity to Congress at Ames High Forum

4th District Candidate Vilsack spent 90 minutes speaking to a group of Ames High School students Friday. Her opponent Steve King will make an appearance at the school Wednesday.

The Family Guy's Seth MacFarlane Visits ISU Saturday for CampusTakeover

MacFarlane will visit with students at the Memorial Union Saturday. The creator of the series -- and voice of Peter, Stewie, Chris and Quagmire -- stumps for the president.

Evolving Microbes Eat Sugar, Make Gas for Iowa State Engineers

Iowa State University researches hope to develop super bugs that could create biofuels that would not depend on food crops for production.

Job of the Day: ISU College of Business Dean

Iowa State University has officially begun its search for a new dean to head the College of Business

Iowa State University's 100th Homecoming Celebration Begins Oct. 22

The Cytennial Homecoming celebration is just weeks away.