In Today’s All About Ames Issue…

📰 U.S. Election Set for November 5, 2024: See Ames Polling Locations

🕊️ In Loving Memory - Margaret E. Hippen

🏅 Cyclones Dominate South Dakota to Improve to 2-0

🗓️ Calendar of Events

🏡 Real Estate Update

🐕 Dog of the Day

🌟 Positive Affirmation

⚡️Spark for the Day

💭TRIVIA CORNER

How Much Do You Know About Ames?

Question: What year was the Ames Auto Garage built, and why is it significant to Main Street?

(Answer at the bottom of the newsletter)

U.S. Election Set for November 5, 2024: See Ames Polling Locations

The 2024 U.S. General Election is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, November 5. Voters across the country will cast their ballots for key races, including the U.S. Presidential election, congressional seats, and various state and local offices.

In Ames, Iowa, polling stations will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day. Residents can find their designated polling location by visiting the Story County Auditor’s website. Below is a list of polling stations in Ames:

• Ames 01 - Buchanan Hall, Room 2009, 2160 Lincoln Way

• Ames 03/Grant Twp - Ames Public Library Auditorium, 515 Douglas Ave

• Ames 05/Washington Twp 2 - Green Hills Community, 2205 Green Hills Dr

• Ames 07/Franklin Twp 2 - Stonebrook Community Church, 3611 Eisenhower Ave

• Ames 10 - Bethesda Lutheran Church, 1517 Northwestern Ave

• Ames 12 - Ascension Lutheran Church, 2400 Bloomington Rd

For a full list of polling locations, visit the Story County Auditor’s website

Iowa Students Connect with NASA Astronaut

On Monday, Oct. 21, students from Iowa will have the unique opportunity to hear NASA astronaut Nick Hague respond to their prerecorded questions from the International Space Station. The 20-minute space-to-Earth call will air at 11:40 a.m. EDT on NASA+. Participants include Iowa State University students, First Robotics Clubs, the World Food Prize Global Youth Institute, and Plant the Moon teams, with a focus on food production in space.

Media interested in covering the event should contact Angie Hunt at [email protected] or 515-294-8986.

For over 23 years, astronauts have continuously lived and worked aboard the space station, conducting vital research that benefits life on Earth and prepares for future exploration missions, including NASA's Artemis campaign to send astronauts to the Moon and eventually Mars.

Midterms at Iowa State: Students Coping with Stress

As midterms approach at Iowa State, many students are feeling the pressure. First-year students like Barbara Bekavac and Parker Meyer note the significant shift from high school test-taking. Bekavac highlights the added stress without the option for retakes, while Meyer describes the nerves leading up to exams but feeling "locked in" once they begin.

Both students find relief through Supplemental Instruction (SI) sessions, where student-led study groups help them prepare. Bekavac wishes for more stress-relief resources, while Meyer emphasizes the value of starting exam prep early.

For more on SI sessions and mental health resources at ISU, visit the university's website.

Lincoln Way Traffic Shifts to Outside Lanes

Starting Monday, Oct. 21, traffic on Lincoln Way between Marshall and Franklin Avenues will shift to the outside lanes for median construction and final pavement markings. The work, expected to last two weeks, marks the final stage of the road reconstruction project by the City of Ames and Con-Struct.

North Half of Roosevelt Avenue to Close

The north half of Roosevelt Avenue between 13th and 16th Streets will close on Tuesday, Oct. 22, for pavement removal and replacement. Partial closure of the 16th Street and Roosevelt Avenue intersection will also occur. The work is expected to take four to five weeks. Motorists should expect delays. The project, contracted by the City of Ames to Manatts, includes roadway, storm intakes, sewer, and water main replacements, along with ADA-compliant sidewalk ramp updates.

Margaret E. Hippen (1931 - 2024)

Cyclones Stay Perfect with Thrilling Win Over UCF

Iowa State football remained undefeated with a dramatic 38-35 victory over UCF, improving to 7-0 for the first time since 1938. The Cyclones overcame a two-score deficit in the second half, with quarterback Rocco Becht scoring the game-winning touchdown in the final 30 seconds. Despite being outgained on the ground, Iowa State’s resilience and timely plays secured another gritty win, keeping their hopes alive for a Big 12 title, playoff berth, and potentially an undefeated season as they head into a pivotal November.

No. 4 Iowa State Finishes Runner-Up at Pre-Nationals

The No. 4 Iowa State men’s cross country team secured a runner-up finish at the 2024 Pre-National meet, competing against 19 of the nation’s top-30 teams. Freshman Robin Kwemoi Bera led the Cyclones with a fifth-place individual finish, followed by Said Mechaal in 19th and 2023 All-American Sanele Masondo in 24th.

Iowa State now turns its attention to the Big 12 Championships on November 1 in Waco, Texas.

Cyclones Wrap Regular Season at Pre-Nationals

The Iowa State women’s cross country team finished 29th at the Wisconsin Pre-National meet on Saturday. Maelle Porcher led the Cyclones with a 21st-place finish, clocking in at 19:55.8. The team’s next six runners finished within a minute of each other, with Bella Heikes placing 107th. Iowa State now heads into the Big 12 Championships on November 1 in Waco, Texas.

Iowa State Prepares for Showdown Against No. 8 TCU

Iowa State (3-8-5, 1-4-3 Big 12) will host No. 8 TCU (12-2-2, 7-0-2 Big 12) on Sunday at the Cyclone Soccer Complex. The Cyclones, returning home after a two-game road trip, will look for a major upset as they honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Iowa State seeks to earn crucial points in the Big 12 standings, aiming for a spot in the conference championship. The Cyclones are led by seniors Morgan Furmaniak and Magdalena Keck, while goalkeeper Avery Gillahan has recorded five shutouts this season. TCU comes into the matchup vying for a Big 12 regular season title, boasting the top-scoring offense in the conference.

Kickoff is set for 1 p.m.

Cyclones Dominate South Dakota to Improve to 2-0

Iowa State swimming and diving improved to 2-0 with a commanding 13-event win over South Dakota, finishing 192-102. The Cyclones won the last 12 events, led by standout performances from Carley Caughron and Corinne Guist, who combined for five individual victories.

Caughron won the 50 free, 100 free, and 100 fly, while Guist secured wins in the 1000 free and 500 free. Kate Mitchell swept both diving events, claiming victories in 1-meter and 3-meter.

Next up, Iowa State travels to Nebraska for a road meet on October 25 at 3:00 p.m.

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Ames, IA Recently Sold Properties

4523 Hemingway Dr, Ames, IA 50014. 5 Beds, 3 Baths. Sold Price: $385,000; Date Sold: October 18, 2024.

3016 Stockbury St, Ames, IA 50010. 4 Beds, 3 Baths. Sold Price: $565,000; Date Sold: October 18, 2024.

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Today’s Affirmation

“I welcome peace and renewal today. My spirit is refreshed, and I step into the week ahead with clarity and strength.”

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The Answer to the Trivia Corner Question 👇👇👇

The Ames Auto Garage was built in 1913 and represents the evolution of Main Street with changing technology.