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Ames Municipal Band to Perform Final Concert of the Summer Tonight
In Today’s All About Ames Issue…
🗓️ Happening Today in Ames
🗓️ Calendar of Events
🐕 Dog of the Day
🌟 Positive Affirmation
⚡️Spark for the Day
Reflect on the blessings in your life and express thanks for them. Gratitude shifts your focus to the positive and enriches your perspective.
"Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." (1 Thessalonians 5:18)
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How Much Do You Know About Ames?
Question: What was the original purpose of the building constructed by Frank Morris in 1909 at the corner of Main Street and Burnett Avenue?
(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter)
Ames Municipal Band Wraps Up Summer Season with Final Concert Tonight
Ames Municipal Band rehearsing for their final concert this Thursday night.
The Ames Municipal Band, directed by Michael Golemo, will present their final concert of the summer tonight at 8:00 p.m. at Bandshell Park. The concert will feature vocalist Sophia Pike performing "O Mio Babbino Caro" by Giacomo Puccini and "They Can’t Take That Away From Me" by George & Ira Gershwin. Thad Driskell, Executive Director of the Iowa High School Music Association, will guest conduct "A Childhood Remembered" by Rossano Galante.
Celebrating their 100th season, the Ames Municipal Band will conclude with a selection of light classics, marches, and family-friendly music. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs to enjoy this free event.
Lincoln Way Traffic Shift Today; Eastbound Lane Closed from Marshall to Franklin
Starting today, the eastbound lane of Lincoln Way between Marshall and Franklin Avenues will be closed for pavement removal and replacement. This phase is expected to last seven to eight weeks, weather permitting.
As the shared-use path and new lighting are completed between Beedle and Dotson Drives, traffic control in that section will be removed. The southwest corner of Marshall Avenue and Lincoln Way will reopen today, while the southeast corner is set to close the second week of August for two weeks.
The shared-use path on the south side of Lincoln Way will be closed from Marshall Avenue to McFarland Clinic. Cyclists should use Beedle Drive to access the path south of Hy-Vee, and pedestrians should use the sidewalk on the north side of Lincoln Way.
For more information, visit City of Ames Lincoln Way Project or contact Dean Sayre at [email protected].
 | Kids in 1st-5th grade are invited to have a blast at the Library! This week, explore summer insects, learn which bugs sting, and make cool insect art. Date and Time: Thursday Jul 25, 2024 at 01:30 pm to 02:30 pm Location: Ames Public Library Auditorium |
 | Furman Aquatic Center - It’s the most wonderful time of the year… well, sort of! Santa is swapping his sleigh for a swimsuit and you’re invited to join the fun! Date and Time: Thursday Jul 25, 2024 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm (GMT-05:00) Location: Furman Aquatic Center, 1635 13th St, Ames, IA, United States, Iowa |
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Eight Former Cyclones Set to Compete in 2024 Paris Olympics
Eight former Iowa State athletes will compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics, starting July 24. Representing Iowa State are Tyrese Haliburton (USA), George Conditt IV (Puerto Rico), Nick Weiler-Babb (Germany), Marial Shayok (South Sudan), and Melvin Ejim (Canada) in men's basketball; Bridget Carleton (Canada) and Lauren Mansfield (Australia) in women's basketball; and Edwin Kurgat (Kenya) in men's track and field.
Haliburton, Conditt, and Shayok will face off in Group C, while Weiler-Babb and Ejim compete in Groups B and A, respectively. Carleton and Mansfield aim for success in their basketball categories, and Kurgat will run the 5k for Kenya. This diverse representation underscores Iowa State's global athletic impact.
Shayok Named to Team South Sudan for Paris Olympics
Former Iowa State men's basketball player Marial Shayok has been selected for Team South Sudan at the Paris Olympics, taking place from July 27 to August 10. Shayok becomes the fifth former Cyclone to qualify for the Olympics, joining Tyrese Haliburton (USA), George Conditt IV (Puerto Rico), Nick Weiler-Babb (Germany), and Melvin Ejim (Canada).
In the first round, South Sudan will compete in Group C, facing Puerto Rico on July 28, the United States on July 31, and Serbia on August 3. Shayok, who averaged 18.7 points per game in his lone season at Iowa State and led the team to a Big 12 Tournament title, was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in 2019 and recently played for the Shandong Hi-Speed Kirin in China.
Cyclones in the Olympics
1964: Raul Duarte, Peru
1988: Jeff Grayer, United States
2000, 2004: Tony Rampton, New Zealand
2024: Tyrese Haliburton, United States
2024: George Conditt IV, Puerto Rico
2024: Melvin Ejim, Canada
2024: Nick Weiler-Babb, Germany
2024: Marial Shayok, South Sudan
Ames Police Department - Arrests between 7/20/2024 06:05AM and 7/24/2024 06:05AM
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Looking ahead to events happening in Ames, IA in the coming week. Outdoor events may be subject to change due to weather.
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“Today, I affirm that I am grateful for all the blessings in my life. I embrace each moment with a thankful heart and focus on the positive aspects of my journey.”
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