In Today’s All About Ames Issue…

📰 Ames Community School District to Release Teacher Assignments and Schedules

⭐Traction Entrepreneur - Overflow Thrift Store

🏅 Cyclones Add JUCO National Champion CJ Carter

🗓️ This Weekend in Ames

👮‍♂️ Ames Police Department

🏡 Real Estate Update

🐕 Dog of the Day

🌟 Positive Affirmation

⚡️Spark for the Day

💭TRIVIA CORNER

How Much Do You Know About Ames?

Question: What significant contribution did Cynthia Duff make to the community of Ames in its early years?

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter)

Ames Community School District to Release Teacher Assignments and Schedules

The Ames Community School District has announced the release dates for teacher assignments, class schedules, and bus information for the upcoming school year. Students and parents can access this information through Infinite Campus.

• Grades 1-12: Teacher assignments, class schedules, and bus details will be available by 4 p.m. on August 12, 2024.

• Preschool: Teacher assignments will be accessible by 4 p.m. on August 15.

• Kindergarten: Teacher assignments will be posted by 4 p.m. on August 27.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to check Infinite Campus on these dates to prepare for the new school year.

Ames Woman Arrested for Allegedly Abandoning Five Cats Without Care

An Ames woman has been arrested and charged with animal neglect after allegedly abandoning five cats in an apartment without food or water. On August 5, Ames Police responded to a report of animal neglect at an apartment complex on the 3500 block of Grand Avenue. Property management discovered the cats in a vacated unit, which was filled with feces and urine, and an empty food bowl swarming with flies.

The suspect, 24-year-old Aaliyah Jean Klismith, reportedly moved out of the unit on August 1 and admitted to police that she left the cats behind, aware they had no proper care. Klismith has been charged with five counts of animal neglect and is currently held at the Story County Jail with a $1,500 bond.

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Overflow Thrift Store

Overflow Thrift Store in Story County offers great deals and vintage finds, but its mission goes beyond shopping. Over the past decade, Overflow has donated over $830,000 to local and global organizations, and in 2023 alone, it gave nearly $135,000 to 22 charities and $38,000 to individuals in need.

Overflow also promotes environmental sustainability by recycling over 600,000 pounds of material each year. Their new store at 919 E. Lincoln Way aims to expand their community impact and recycling efforts.

Website: www.OverflowThriftStore.org

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Cyclones Add JUCO National Champion CJ Carter

Iowa State head wrestling coach Kevin Dresser announced the addition of 2024 JUCO national champion CJ Carter to the Cyclone roster for the 2024-25 season. Carter, a Glenwood, Iowa native, won the NJCAA heavyweight title as a freshman at Iowa Western, posting a 19-3 record.

"We're excited to add CJ to our roster," Dresser said. "He's an athletic big man with a JUCO national title already on his resume."

Carter was also a two-time Iowa High School Class 2A state runner-up, finishing his senior season with a 46-4 record.

Rocco Becht Named to Davey O'Brien Award Watch List

Iowa State quarterback Rocco Becht has been named to the Davey O'Brien Award preseason watch list, recognizing the nation's top college quarterback. Becht, the 2023 Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year, set ISU freshman records with 3,120 passing yards, 23 passing touchdowns, and 231 completions. The Wesley Chapel, Fla. native started all 13 games last season, accounting for 26 total touchdowns.

Tickets for the 2024 football season are now available, with key matchups including Kansas State and a Homecoming game against Texas Tech. The Cyclones kick off the season on August 31 against North Dakota.

Ames Police Department - Arrests between 8/4/2024 06:05AM and 8/8/2024 06:05AM

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Ames, IA Recently Sold Properties

5423 Oak Ln Ames, IA 50014. Sold Price: $625,000; Date Sold: August 7, 2024

4213 Aldrin Ave Ames, IA 50014. Sold Price: $400,000; Date Sold: August 7, 2024

4123 Tucson Ct Ames, IA 50014. Sold Price: $305,000; Date Sold: August 6, 2024

Ames, IA Available Properties For Sale

1160 Oklahoma Dr Ames, IA 50014 (3 Beds, 4 Baths); $389,900

1301 Indiana Ave Ames, IA 50014 (2 Beds, 3 Baths); $230,000

1425 Duff Ave Ames, IA 50010 (1 Bed, 1 Bath); $170,000

Introducing Cooper, a friendly 4-year-old Golden Retriever known for his love of water and fetching sticks. Cooper brightens everyone's day with his wagging tail and playful personality. He enjoys long runs in the park and snuggling up with his favorite blanket. Cooper truly is a joy to be around!

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Today’s Affirmation

“I stay committed and focused on my goals. I finish what I start with determination and perseverance, knowing that my efforts will yield great results.”

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The Answer to the Trivia Corner Question 👇👇👇

Cynthia Duff contributed money and much effort toward the establishment of the Congregational Church in Ames and was one of its principal founders.