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Coming up on the Ankeny Patch calendar: Cover-to-Cover Bible Survey Class

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Morning Ankeny! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Cover-to-Cover Bible Survey Class at Ankeny Free Church
  • Roosevelt at Ankeny
  • FREE Rooftop Mat Pilates at Whiskey River!

... and check out 9 more events on the calendar!

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 85 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Thursday: Sunny; pleasant, less humid, temps: high: 79, low: 58.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 83 and low of 65 degrees.

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  • Update: Pet Reunited
    A cat who went missing in Ankeny, IA, has been safely reunited with their family after 5 hours, 40 minutes. More details here https://www.pawboost… (Nextdoor Sienna Falls)
  • Does anyone have garage sales in October??
    It's way too hot for me to try and have one right now! (Nextdoor Summerbrook)
  • Chili's Grill & Bar posted a job opening for QA/Expeditor - Ankeny Chili's in Ankeny. Apply here.
  • Molly Maid posted a job opening for Residential House Cleaning Professional in Ankeny. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ankeny here.

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  • First Baptist Church of Greater Des Moines marks 175 years of history and faith (kcci.com)
  • Vote for the Register female Athlete of the Week for Aug. 30-Sept. 5 (desmoinesregister.com)

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Ok Ankeny! 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: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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