In Today’s All About Ames Issue…

📰 Iowa State Sees Strong Growth in First-Year Enrollment

🏅 Iowa State Falls in Four to South Dakota

🗓️ Calendar of Events

👮‍♂️ 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 year was the Ames City Auditorium opened, and what type of events does it host?

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter)

South Half of Roosevelt Avenue to Close on Tuesday

The south half of Roosevelt Avenue between 13th and 16th Streets will be closed for pavement removal and replacement starting Tuesday, Sept. 17, weather permitting. The closure is expected to last four to five weeks. A temporary lane closure on 13th Street adjacent to Roosevelt Avenue will also be in place for truck movement during the project but will reopen at the end of each day. The City of Ames has contracted with Manatts for the project, which includes updates to sidewalks for ADA compliance and replacement of sewer and water utilities.

Iowa State Leads Groundbreaking Livestock DNA Project

Iowa State University is embarking on a pioneering project to catalog genetic regulatory regions in livestock, supported by an $800,000 grant from the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture. The initiative, led by Associate Professor James E. Koltes, aims to create a detailed encyclopedia of non-gene DNA regions that regulate traits such as body weight and feed efficiency.

Koltes, along with colleagues Chris Tuggle and Zhiliang Hu, will focus on cattle, pigs, and sheep. Their work could revolutionize animal breeding by uncovering crucial genetic variations that impact animal health and performance. The project will produce open-source annotation data and a dedicated online platform for sharing resources and training, marking a significant advancement in livestock genetics.

Iowa State Sees Strong Growth in First-Year Enrollment

Iowa State University reports robust enrollment numbers this fall, with 30,432 students on campus, including 5,906 first-year students—a 16% increase over the past five years. The growth underscores the rising interest in ISU's STEM programs and innovative degrees.

ISU President Wendy Wintersteen highlights the university's appeal in offering leadership opportunities, undergraduate research, and hands-on experiences. First-year student Kaylee Cavanh from North Liberty praised the variety of classes, clubs, and financial aid that made ISU her top choice.

Ranked in the top 10% nationally for affordability and educational quality by Money.com, Iowa State supports 72% of undergraduates and 77% of first-year students through scholarships and grants. This fall, the student body includes individuals from all 99 Iowa counties, all 50 states, and 116 countries. The incoming class features nearly 21% first-generation students and 23% Pell grant recipients, with an average high school GPA of 3.75 and an ACT score just under 25.

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Cyclones Set for Bearcat Invitational After Gopher Win

Iowa State men's golf heads to Cincinnati for the Bearcat Invitational after winning the Gopher Invitational last week. Luke Metcalf tied the second-lowest round in program history with a 65, while Luke Gutschewski and Zach May also had strong showings. The tournament will be held at Coldstream Country Club, with 36 holes on Monday and 18 on Tuesday.

Iowa State Falls in Four to South Dakota

Iowa State (4-4) dropped a four-set match to South Dakota (5-2) with scores of 23-25, 22-25, 25-19, 20-25. Despite hitting .287 and out-hitting the Coyotes, the Cyclones struggled with 15 service errors and missed key players like Nayeli Gonzalez.

Morgan Brandt hit a career milestone, surpassing 2,000 career assists, finishing with 56 in the match. Lilly Wachholz and Pam McCune set career highs in kills with 18 and 13, respectively. Defensively, Brooke Stonestreet led with 19 digs.

Iowa State will play Montana State in their next match today at 10 a.m.

Cy-Hawk Showdown: Iowa State vs. No. 17 Iowa

Iowa State (3-3-2) hosts No. 17 Iowa (5-0-2) today at 1 p.m. in the Cyclone Soccer Complex, marking the third leg of the 2024-25 Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series. The Cyclones seek their third straight home win against the Hawkeyes.

Iowa State is coming off a 1-0 win at Kansas, their first Big 12 opener victory since 2016. Seniors Magdalena Keck and Morgan Furmaniak lead ISU with a combined seven goals, while keeper Avery Gillahan recorded her second shutout of the season.

Iowa enters on a five-match shutout streak, led by goalkeeper Macy Enneking's 0.29 goals-against average. Berit Parten leads the Hawkeyes with four goals.

Up next, ISU faces UCF on Thursday, resuming Big 12 play at 6 p.m.

Ames High Students Recognized as National Merit Semifinalists

Congratulations to the 19 Ames High students who have been named National Merit Semifinalists for this year.

The semifinalists are: Siri Amuluru, Ananya Balaji, Avyay Balaji, Merrick Basnet, Brennen Bhave, Amaya Dassanayake, Tiffany Fang, Lilah Forbes, Meabh Hennessy, David Kaminski, Nadia Kobayashi, Ethan Kwon, Harrison Orngard, Joseph Payton, Nathan Poag, Bailey Stewart, Elio Viatori, Grace Wu, and Siray Zhu.

These students are recognized for their outstanding academic achievements, making Ames High the top school in Iowa with the most semifinalists.

No Classes for Grades EK-12 on September 16

There will be no classes for grades EK-12 in the Ames Community School District on Monday, September 16, due to a professional development day for staff. However, classes will continue as normal at Northwood. Professional development days allow staff to participate in important training and learning sessions. During these days, buildings are closed to students and staff are not present in their classrooms.

Meet Heather Driscoll: Chartwells Employee of 18 Years

Heather Driscoll has been a dedicated Chartwells employee for 18 years, known for her incredible organization and focus. She serves as both a safety champion and mood boost coordinator, ensuring students across the Ames district have a positive and safe dining experience. Currently the lead at Fellows Elementary, Heather is passionate about providing excellent customer service and often visits other school buildings to engage students through fun and educational food service activities.

Thank you, Heather, for being a true school lunch hero!

Ames Police Department - Arrests between 9/10/2024 06:05AM and 9/14/2024 06:05AM

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Today’s Affirmation

“I embrace stillness today. My heart is at peace, and I am renewed by the rest I receive in both body and spirit.”

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