Question: Which notable historical figure from Ames played a key role in the suffrage movement and is remembered for her contributions to women's rights?

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter)

Iowa State's Horticulture Research Station to Host Inaugural Prairie Field Day

Rachel Sents, '24 horticulture, spent the past eight months securing funding to aid in the management of the remnant and reconstruction prairies.

The Iowa State University Horticulture Research Station is hosting its inaugural Prairie Field Day on July 16, 2024. The event will feature tours of three prairie projects at the station: a remnant prairie, a reconstructed prairie, and a prairie seed production project. Attendees will learn about the environmental benefits of prairies, including carbon sequestration and soil preservation. The event includes guest speakers such as experts from the Iowa Prairie Network, Iowa State University, Drake University, and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Registration closes on July 9, and participants are advised to wear long pants and boots for walking through tall grass and uneven terrain.

Celebrate Independence Day Weekend with El Jefe in Ames!

Ames residents are invited to celebrate Independence Day weekend with El Jefe, a popular local eatery located at 524 Lincoln Way. The festive weekend promises delicious food, refreshing drinks, and great company. El Jefe is pulling out all the stops to make this holiday memorable for everyone. Join the fun, enjoy a variety of delectable dishes, and raise a toast to the holiday.

For more details or to make reservations, contact El Jefe at 515-232-2778. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate with the community!

Roosevelt Summer Sundays with Avey Grouws Band

Avey Grouws returns to Summer Sundays! This Billboard-topping band features the soaring, powerful vocals of Jeni Grouws while Chris Avey brings scorching guitar riffs to every performance. Randy Leasman on bass and Bryan West on drums complete this in-demand band. We're thrilled to bring them back to Ames!

ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO/VAPING PRODUCTS ARE PROHIBITED in Roosevelt Park. We ask as well that you not bring any other age-restricted products to our concerts. Thank you for your cooperation.

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

Location: 911 9th St NW, Ames, IA, United States, Iowa 50010

Car Show 4th Of July Event from Nearby City (Day 3)

Celebrate Independence Day weekend with thousands of hot rod enthusiasts at the Goodguys 33rd Speedway Motors Heartland Nationals presented by BASF at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, from July 5-7. The event features over 5,000 vehicles including hot rods, trucks, customs, muscle cars, and classics. Enjoy the Classic Performance Products AutoCross series, swap meet, Cars 4 Sale Corral, vendor midway, live music, and top awards including the Builder’s Choice Awards. Highlights include the Saturday Night Fireworks Extravaganza and Meguiar’s All-American Sunday. For more details and tickets, visit Goodguys.

Parks in Ames for Enjoying Your Weekend

Enjoy your Fourth of July and weekend celebrations with family and friends at these wonderful parks in Ames, offering a variety of activities and beautiful outdoor spaces. (click on image to see details of park)

Emma McCarthy Lee Park

Bandshell Park

Inis Grove Park

Ada Hayden Heritage Park

McFarland Park

Brookside Park

Hannah Belanger to Begin Pro Career with WINGS Leverkusen

Hannah Belanger, an Iowa State women’s basketball alum, has signed with WINGS Leverkusen to kick off her professional career. Belanger joined Iowa State for one season after a stellar four-year stint at Truman State. During her time with the Cyclones, she played in all 33 games, starting in 32, and averaged 9.3 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game, shooting nearly 39 percent from three-point range. Her collegiate career boasts 2,189 points and 368 made triples.

"We are all excited for Hannah as she signs her professional contract. In one year, she made a huge impact on and off the court at Iowa State," said Iowa State women's basketball head coach Bill Fennelly. "It is exciting to see this dream of hers become a reality."

Belanger will move overseas in August, with WINGS starting regular season play on September 30.

The 5 Best NFL Players of All Time from Iowa State Football

Iowa State football has produced several notable NFL players, with Matt Blair (1974-85), Keith Sims (1990-2000), Marcus Robertson (1991-2002), Kelechi Osemele (2012-20), and Brock Purdy (2022-23) standing out. Blair had a decorated career with the Minnesota Vikings, earning six Pro Bowl selections. Sims protected Dan Marino and earned multiple Pro Bowl nods. Robertson was a steady defensive presence and is now a coach. Osemele won a Super Bowl and was a dominant guard, while Purdy has quickly made a name for himself as a quarterback.

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Ames, IA Recently Sold Properties

2119 Aikman Dr Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $345,000; Date Sold: July 3, 2024

1310 Coolidge Dr Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $312,000; Date Sold: July 3, 2024

2119 Aikman Dr Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $345,000; Date Sold: July 3, 2024

1101 Johnson St Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $227,000; Date Sold: July 1, 2024

3914 Minnetonka Ave Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $220,000; Date Sold: July 1, 2024

622 Duff Ave Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $95,000; Date Sold: July 1, 2024

2104 McCarthy Rd Ames, IA 50014. Sold Price: $420,000; Date Sold: July 1, 2024

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.

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The Answer to the Trivia Corner Question 👇👇👇

Carrie Chapman Catt, a notable historical figure from Ames, played a significant role in the women's suffrage movement. She was instrumental in the passage of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote.

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