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Lane Closures on Pearle Ave and Main St for Sewer Repairs Starting Monday
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Question: What is the historical significance of the Ames Main Street Farmers' Market today, and when does it operate?
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Enhanced Penalties for Nuisance Parties and Illegal Parking This Weekend in Ames
As Iowa State University gears up for the new school year, the Ames City Council has implemented temporary measures to manage public safety concerns during the bustling weekend of August 23-25.
Illegal parking during this weekend has posed risks by obstructing emergency vehicle access. To address this, the council approved immediate towing for vehicles parked illegally on Saturday, August 24, from midnight to 11:59 p.m. in specified areas of Ames. These include:
Lincoln Way between Beach Avenue and State Street
State Street between Lincoln Way and Mortensen Avenue
Mortensen Avenue between State Street and Beach Avenue
Beach Avenue between Mortensen Avenue and Lincoln Way
The area will be marked with bright green reminder signs to alert motorists. Additionally, the city has introduced stricter fines for nuisance parties, with penalties starting at $650 for the first offense and increasing to $855 for repeat offenses, effective from 5 p.m. on Friday, August 23, to 4 a.m. on Sunday, August 25.
Chief of Police Geoff Huff stated, "We aim for a safe and positive start to the school year, focusing on community events and responsible fun."
Ames Parks and Recreation
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Ames Parks and Recreation is hiring for an Ice Arena Coordinator and Recreation Coordinator - Programs & Facilities. The application deadline is Friday, August 23, 2024. View the full job description and apply at the link below.
Lane Closures on Pearle Avenue and Main Street for Sewer Repairs Starting Monday
Starting Monday, August 19, at 7:30 a.m., Pearle Avenue will be closed to southbound traffic at Fifth Street, and Main Street will be closed to westbound traffic at Pearle Avenue due to sanitary sewer repairs. The closures are expected to last until Thursday, August 22, weather permitting.
City crews discovered damage to a sewer main during routine maintenance, necessitating the repair. Traffic delays are possible in the construction zone, and motorists are advised to use detours. Intermittent lane restrictions will remain until the road surface is fully restored. Drivers are urged to slow down and exercise caution.
This closure will affect CyRide buses. Please visit www.CyRide.com for any route changes.
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Cyclones Open Season with a 3-0 Win Over WIU
Iowa State started the 2024 season strong, defeating Western Illinois 3-0 on Thursday. This is the second straight season the Cyclones have won their opening game.
The Cyclones quickly took control, with Magdalena Keck scoring from a corner in the eighth minute and Chloe Broughton adding another goal just three minutes later. Morgan Furmaniak sealed the win with a goal in the 51st minute.
Goalkeeper Avery Gillahan faced minimal threats, making one save, while WIU's Isabel Navas Rodriguez was tested with 24 shots, making six saves.
Next Up: Iowa State will host Creighton on Sunday, Aug. 18, at 6 p.m. The match will be streamed live on ESPN+.
Cyclone Volleyball Kicks Off Season with Cardinal and Gold Scrimmage
Iowa State’s volleyball team will kick off the 2024 season with the Cardinal and Gold Scrimmage this Saturday, August 17, at 1 p.m. in Hilton Coliseum. Admission is free, and fans can enter through the South and lower West doors, with no reserved seating.
The Cyclones will play four 25-minute sets, giving fans a first look at the squad featuring 10 returning players and five newcomers. No live video or stats will be available.
After the scrimmage, the team will travel to Minneapolis for an exhibition match against the Minnesota Gophers on Saturday, August 24, at 3 p.m. The regular season starts August 30-31 at the Rebel Challenge in Las Vegas. Season tickets are available, with single-match tickets on sale starting Wednesday, August 21, at 10 a.m.
Ames CSD Welcomes Nate Alvarez
Nate Alvarez is a Strategist I Teacher at Ames High School. Alvarez became a teacher to make a difference in a young person's life. If he has an hour of free time, he would like to watch his kid's sports or coach. Welcome to Ames!
Ames Police Department - Arrests between 8/12/2024 06:05AM and 8/16/2024 06:05AM
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