In Today’s All About Ames Issue…

📰 Iowa State University Creamery: Reviving a Historical Tradition

🗓️ Happening Today in Ames

🏅 Iowa State Volleyball Announces 2024 Non-Conference Schedule

👮‍♂️ Ames Police Department

🏡 Real Estate Update

🗓️ Calendar of Events

🐕 Dog of the Day

🎥 Video - Buckmiller Schwager Band in Action

⚡️Spark for the Day

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

"He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake." (Psalm 23:3)

💭TRIVIA CORNER

How Much Do You Know About Ames?

Question: What was significant about the year 1864 in the history of Ames, Iowa?

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter)

Iowa State University Creamery: Reviving a Historical Tradition

Iowa State University’s creamery, originally established in 1881, has been revitalized to offer fresh, farm-made dairy products. After closing in 1969, the creamery reopened in 2020, providing hands-on training for students and short courses for entrepreneurs. The creamery produces and sells cheese and ice cream, using milk from local farms. It also serves as a primary fundraiser for the Dairy Science Club.

Students from diverse majors, including food science, aerospace engineering, and public relations, work at the creamery, gaining practical experience in production and customer service. The creamery also offers tours to showcase its history and production processes.

For more information, visit the Iowa State University Creamery.

Excessive Rainfall Threatens Iowa Crop Yields After Year-Long Drought

Following nearly a year-long drought, Iowa farmers are now contending with excessive rainfall that is jeopardizing crop yields. The Iowa Crop Progress and Condition report indicates that early July brought unseasonably high rainfall, with many areas experiencing over 150% of normal precipitation.

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig expressed hope for warmer, dryer weather to help crops recover. At a field day at Kittleson Bros farmland, farmer Steve Rachut highlighted the challenges posed by heavy rain to his onion and potato crops. The excessive moisture has caused yellowing in some plants, with standing water threatening root damage.

The event, sponsored by Practical Farmers of Iowa, showcased the resilience of the Kittleson farm's peat soil and its contributions to local markets. Education coordinator Jacqueline Venner Senske emphasized the benefits of diverse crop landscapes for community and environmental resilience.

Roosevelt Summer Sundays with Buckmiller | Schwager Band, blues

Date and Time: Sun Jul 14, 2024 at 07:00 pm to 08:30 pm (GMT-05:00)

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

Color Crossroads Festival

Color Fire Station Open House - Launch Will Be Served

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)

Iowa State Volleyball Announces 2024 Non-Conference Schedule

Iowa State volleyball has unveiled its non-conference schedule for the 2024 season, with season tickets now available for purchase. The Cyclones will kick off with the Cardinal and Gold Scrimmage on Saturday, Aug. 17, followed by an exhibition match at Minnesota on Aug. 24.

The regular season begins with the UNLV Invite in Las Vegas on Aug. 30-31, where Iowa State will face Pacific and UNLV. The Cyclone Invitational at home runs from Sept. 5-8, featuring matches against Toledo, Wake Forest, and Illinois.

Iowa State will host Iowa in the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series on Sept. 11. The team will then play in the South Dakota Classic from Sept. 13-15, competing against UTEP, South Dakota, and Montana State.

The non-conference schedule concludes with matches against Colgate on Sept. 19 and Syracuse on Sept. 21 in New York. The Cyclones will then transition to conference play. For the full schedule, click here.

Matt Campbell Approaches Ninth Season at Iowa State with Confidence

Entering his ninth season, Matt Campbell, one of the longest-tenured coaches in the Big 12, leads a veteran Iowa State team with high expectations. Despite limited resources compared to powerhouse programs, Campbell has consistently built competitive teams, highlighted by an 88-63 overall record as a head coach.

With no distractions this season, Campbell is optimistic, especially with the return of standout players like quarterback Rocco Becht, running back Abu Sama, and wide receivers Jaylin Noel and Jayden Higgins. Defensive strength is also anticipated, led by J.R. Singleton on the line and senior safety Beau Freyler. Ranked sixth in the Preseason Big 12 Media Poll, Campbell aims to surpass expectations and make a significant impact in the expanded league.

Ames Police Department - Arrests between 7/9/2024 06:05AM and 7/13/2024 06:05AM

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Ames, IA Recently Sold Properties

3232 Ellis St Ames, IA 50014. Sold Price: $200,000; Date Sold: July 12, 2024

5117 Schubert St Ames, IA 50014. Sold Price: $257,000; Date Sold: July 11, 2024

702 Ash Ave Ames, IA 50014. Sold Price: $350,000; Date Sold: July 10, 2024

2018 Melrose Ave Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $248,000; Date Sold: July 10, 2024

1413 Johnson St Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $265,000; Date Sold: July 9, 2024

103 Sandburg Ct Ames, IA 50014. Sold Price: $260,000; Date Sold: July 9, 2024

3347 Foxley Dr Ames, IA 50010. Sold Price: $500,000; Date Sold: July 8, 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.

Meet Luna, our featured Dog of the Day! Luna is a 2-year-old Beagle with a curious and adventurous spirit. She loves exploring new trails, sniffing out hidden treasures, and playing with her favorite squeaky toys. Her bright eyes and cheerful personality brings joy to everyone she meets.

Congratulations to Luna for being the Dog of the Day!

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 renewed and at peace. I embrace this day of rest, allowing it to restore my spirit and prepare me for the week ahead with a calm and focused mind.”

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The Answer to the Trivia Corner Question  👇👇👇

In 1864, the town of Ames, Iowa, was platted and named after Massachusetts congressman Oakes Ames, with about 100 residents living in the new town.