In Today’s All About Ames Issue…

📰 Eastbound Lane of 24th Street to Close Monday and Tuesday for Paving Work

🏅 Singleton to Wear No. 58 in Honor of Curtis Bray for Second Year

⭐Traction Entrepreneur - Bodholdt & Grummer Productions

📰 Ames Community School District

🗓️ Calendar of Events

👮‍♂️ Ames Police Department

🏡 Real Estate Update

🐕 Dog of the Day

From preschool all the way up to college, Lutheran Church of Hope is calling on all to cover the new school year in prayer!

💭TRIVIA CORNER

How Much Do You Know About Ames?

Question: Who donated the land for the original Hoggatt School site?

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter)

Eastbound Lane of 24th Street to Close Monday and Tuesday for Paving Work

The eastbound lane of 24th Street between Stange Road and Hayes Avenue will be closed on Monday, Aug. 26, and Tuesday, Aug. 27, for paving work, weather permitting. The westbound lane will stay open. Paving will occur during the day, with the eastbound lane reopening by the evening. Detours will be in place for eastbound traffic, directing drivers to Bloomington Road or 13th Street. Expect delays as the work zone will have reduced speeds and narrow lanes. The City of Ames has contracted with Con-Struct to complete this and other improvements along 24th Street.

Beautiful Land Pop-Up Market

50+ Fall Kickoff - Hope Ames

Public Invited to Ada Hayden Park's 20th Anniversary Celebration

The City of Ames invites the community to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Ada Hayden Heritage Park on Saturday, Aug. 24, at 11 a.m. at the park’s north shelter. The event will feature remarks from Ames Mayor John Haila, former Mayor Ted Tedesco, FAHHP Board President Jim Pease, and Parks and Recreation Director Keith Abraham. Following the presentations, attendees can enjoy cake and ice cream, and a guided walk around the park led by a FAHHP board member.

The park, named after Ada Hayden, an Ames native and a pioneering conservationist, was established in 2004 and offers a range of recreational amenities including trails, fishing docks, and wetlands.

Monarch Magic!

Businesses Invited to Mayor’s Luncheon on Sustainability

Ames Mayor John Haila is hosting a luncheon to discuss sustainability challenges and carbon reduction strategies on Wednesday, Aug. 28, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at City Council Chambers, City Hall, 515 Clark Ave.

The event will focus on the City’s Climate Action Plan (CAP) priorities, including waste reduction, retrofitting buildings, renewable energy, electric fleets, and non-motorized transportation. The goal is to gather feedback to help the City support sustainable practices.

Participation is limited to Ames Electric Services customers. To register, email Nolan Sagan at [email protected] by 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 23.

For ongoing sustainability support, join the Smart Business Challenge (SBC) at www.CityOfAmes.org/SmartBusinessChallenge.

Gary Aitchison

Color-It-Cardinal Game Set for Aug. 31 vs. North Dakota

Iowa State's annual Color-It-Cardinal football game is scheduled for Aug. 31 at Jack Trice Stadium against North Dakota. Fans are encouraged to wear cardinal to the game, sponsored by Metronet.

Single-game tickets are available, and Iowa State gear can be purchased at Cy's Locker Room. The pregame Spirit Rally, featuring the Iowa State Marching Band, Cheer, Dance, and Cy, will begin at 11:30 a.m. on the north side of the Jacobson Building.

Iowa State will host seven home games this season, including five Big 12 matchups. Season tickets are on sale now. To purchase, click here

Singleton to Wear No. 58 in Honor of Curtis Bray for Second Year

Iowa State redshirt senior J.R. Singleton will continue to wear No. 58 for the 2024 season, honoring former assistant coach Curtis Bray. This marks the second consecutive year Singleton has carried on the tradition, which began in 2014 to remember Bray, who passed away in 2014.

Bray, a standout player at Pittsburgh and a Cyclone assistant coach from 2009-13, remains a significant figure in the program. Singleton, now in his fifth season, had a strong 2023 campaign and aims to build on that success.

Additionally, the Curtis Bray Memorial Scholarship, awarded for the third year, goes to public relations major Macee Wilkie from Clear Lake, Iowa.

Explore the inspiring stories of entrepreneurs in Ames who are making significant strides in their industries. Discover their journeys, the challenges they've overcome, and the innovative solutions they're bringing to the market. These are the visionaries shaping the future of our community.

Bodholdt & Grummer Productions

Founded in 1996 by former WOI-TV sportscasters, B&G Productions, Inc. has spent 28 years creating marketing and promotional videos for businesses, organizations, and Iowa State University Athletics. With a deep love for storytelling, they help clients start, renovate, or complete their dreams. B&G also offers video recording services and preserves family memories by transferring home videos.

www.bgvideoproductions.com

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Welcome Back From Superintendent Grimes

As the new superintendent of the Ames Community School District, it is my honor to welcome you back for the 2024-2025 school year. I am thrilled to join this amazing community and look forward to working together to create an enriching and supportive educational environment for all our students.

Our dedicated team of educators and staff have been working diligently to prepare for an exceptional year of learning and growth. We are committed to fostering a culture of academic excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in our schools. This year, we will continue to focus on providing high-quality education while also nurturing the social and emotional well-being of our students.

I encourage you to stay engaged and involved in your child’s education by attending school events, joining a Parent-Teacher Organization, and maintain open communication with our teachers and staff through your ParentSquare account. Your partnership is invaluable in helping us achieve our goals and ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.

Thank you for your warm welcome and your continued support. Together, we can make the 2024-2025 school year a remarkable and memorable experience for our students. I am excited about the journey ahead and am confident that, as a community, we will achieve great things.

Warm regards,

Scott Grimes
Superintendent
Ames Community School District

Ames CSD Welcomes Tori Akins

Welcome Tori Akins, a 3rd Grade Teacher at Mitchell Elementary. Akins became a teacher because of a mentor teacher in high school who inspired her. If she has an hour of free time, she would like to cuddle up with her dog and read.

Ames Students Begin School Year with Excitement

Today, August 23, 2024, marks the start of the school year for many students in Ames. The day begins for students in Early Kindergarten (EK) through 5th grade, with a normal dismissal schedule in place. Additionally, Ames Middle School (AMS) and Ames High School (AHS) will host orientation sessions for 6th graders, new 7th and 8th graders, and all 9th graders, with a planned 2-hour early dismissal for these students. Transportation will operate as scheduled for all buildings. The district is excited to welcome students back to school and is ready for a successful year ahead.

Ames Police Department - Arrests between 8/18/2024 06:05AM and 8/22/2024 06:05AM

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Ames, IA Recently Sold Properties

1011 Marston Ave, Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $160,000; Date Sold: August 20, 2024

430 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $545,000; Date Sold: August 19, 2024

1412 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $264,900; Date Sold: August 19, 2024

Ames, IA Available Properties For Sale

3719 Farnham Dr Ames, IA 50010 (3 Beds, 3 Baths); $309,900

104 Wilder Ln Ames, IA 50014 (2 Beds, 2 Baths); $260,000

2511 Clayton Dr Ames, IA 50010Somerset Village (4 Beds, 4 Baths); $399,000

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Today’s Affirmation

“I finish this week with strength and determination. My efforts today pave the way for a successful and peaceful weekend.”

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The Answer to the Trivia Corner Question 👇👇👇

Lucian Q. Hoggatt and his wife Abigail donated the one-acre site for the original Hoggatt School.