In Today’s All About Ames Issue…

📰 Ames Police Department Seeks New Applicants

🏅 Beauvy, May Earn Cobalt Golf All-American Scholar Honors

🗓️ Happening Today in Ames

👮‍♂️ Ames Police Department

🏡 Real Estate Update

🗓️ Calendar of Events

🐕 Dog of the Day

🌟 Positive Affirmation

⚡️Spark for the Day

Use this day to find tranquility and reconnect with your inner self. Embrace the quiet moments and let them restore your spirit.

"And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:7)

💭TRIVIA CORNER

How Much Do You Know About Ames?

Question: Who is Ames, Iowa, named after?

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter)

Mullets, Ames' Newest Restaurant, Now Open for Three Meals a Day

Mullets, Ames' highly anticipated 1980s-themed eatery and bar, is now serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Located at 4518 Mortensen Road, the restaurant occupies the former West Towne Pub site.

After a successful soft opening on Wednesday, Mullets will celebrate its grand opening on Friday. The venue, known for its lively atmosphere, features ‘80s and ‘90s music, a game room, and a large patio overlooking a pond. The dining room showcases a mural celebrating Ames and Iowa State University history.

Local owners Jordan and Miranda Cook aim to offer the same beloved breakfast and brunch experience as the original Mullets in Des Moines, with an expanded dinner menu. Most breakfast items are available all day.

Ames Police Department Seeks New Applicants

The Ames Police Department is actively seeking applicants who excel in critical thinking, problem-solving, and multi-tasking under pressure. The department is looking for individuals who can meet these high expectations and serve the Ames community effectively.

If you have what it takes to handle these responsibilities and are interested in joining the team, apply now at www.CityofAmes.org/Jobs

Ames Community School District Enhances Playgrounds for Accessibility

Construction teams have been working diligently to equip new playgrounds at Edwards, Meeker, and Northwood with features catering to a wide range of abilities. These include sensory play elements and wheelchair-accessible equipment, ensuring a fun, safe, and inclusive space for all students to play, learn, and grow together.

The Ames Community School District is excited to announce that these playgrounds will soon be ready for use. Stay tuned for updates as we approach the ribbon-cutting events for each playground. The district looks forward to seeing students enjoy these fantastic new play areas. Below are some photo updates from Meeker's playground.

Iowa State Well Represented In The Olympics

Beauvy, May Earn Cobalt Golf All-American Scholar Honors

Iowa State rising juniors Paul Beauvy and Zach May have been named to the 2023-24 Cobalt Golf All-American Scholars Team.

To qualify for this prestigious honor, nominees must be sophomores, juniors, or seniors in NCAA Division I, II, III, NAIA, or final-year NJCAA students. They must participate in at least 50% of their team's competitive rounds, maintain a stroke average under 76.0 (Division I), and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2. Recipients must also exhibit high moral character and be in good standing at their institution.

This year, 531 NCAA Division I athletes from 180 schools earned the Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar honors.

Roosevelt Summer Sundays with The Feel Right Band

Date and Time: Sun Jul 28, 2024 at 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm (GMT-05:00)

Location: Roosevelt Park, 9th Street and Roosevelt Avenue, Ames, Iowa 

Ames Police Department - Arrests between 7/23/2024 06:05AM and 7/27/2024 06:05AM

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Ready to showcase your property to potential buyers? Share your upcoming open house details with us at [email protected] and we'll help spread the word in our newsletter!

Ames, IA Recently Sold Properties

2504 Camden Dr Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $365,000; Date Sold: July 25, 2024

621 Duluth St Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $302,000; Date Sold: July 24, 2024

4212 Ballentine Dr Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $515,000; Date Sold: July 24, 2024

Ames, IA Available Properties For Sale

4109 Aldrin Ave Ames, IA 50014 (4 Beds, 3 Baths); $499,000

815 Narland Dr Ames, IA 50010 (3 Beds, 2 Baths); $272,500

4255 Eisenhower Ln #17 Ames, IA 50010 (3 Beds, 3 Baths); $245,000

Upcoming Local Events

Looking ahead to events happening in Ames, IA in the coming week. Outdoor events may be subject to change due to weather.

Introducing Sadie, a lively 2-year-old German Shepherd who loves playing fetch and exploring new places. Sadie enjoys long walks, training sessions, and spending time with her family. Her intelligence and loyalty make her an exceptional companion. Celebrate Sadie today!

If you have a canine companion who deserves a moment in the spotlight, don't hesitate to reach out to us at allaboutames.com. We can't wait to hear from you!

Today’s Affirmation

“Today, I affirm that I am at peace and reflective. I embrace the calm and quiet of this day, allowing it to restore my spirit and prepare me for the week ahead with a clear and focused mind.”

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The Answer to the Trivia Corner Question 👇👇👇

Ames, Iowa, was named in honor of U.S. Congressman Oakes Ames of Massachusetts.