City Of Ames: Lane Closure On Duff Avenue To Begin Tuesday

The east, northbound lane of Duff Avenue from Seventh to Ninth streets will close on Tuesday, July 13, weather permitting. The City of A ...

City Of Ames: Entries Accepted Through Sept. 8 For Commission's Photography Contest

Entries are now being accepted for the Public Arts Commission's Photography Contest. This contest pairs the Public Arts Commission with ...

Story County Government: Citizen Of The Year Award

The Story County Citizen of the Year Award is given annually to residents of Story County who perform meritorious service above and beyo ...

Story County Government: July 8, 2021 Daily News Release Now Available

See the latest announcement from the Story County Government.

Ames Area Unemployment Increases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Story County is lower than the Iowa average.

City Of Ames: Volunteers Sought For Climate Action Plan Supplemental Input Committee

As part of the process of developing a community-wide Ames Climate Action Plan (CAP), Ames Mayor John Haila is seeking citizen applicati ...

City Of Ames: Story County Residents Must Register To Receive Emergency Alerts

Story County has replaced its Story County Iowa Alert system with Alert Iowa, a new emergency notification system with enhanced features ...

Central Iowa VA Virtual Health Mobile In Ames On August 6

Story County Veterans Affairs is hosting the Central Iowa VA Virtual Health Mobile on August 6th in Ames from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Story County Recorder's Office Passport Notice

The Story County Recorder's Office received notice that regular passports are now taking up to 18 weeks and expedited are up to 12 weeks.

Story County Government: June 28, 2021 Daily News Release Now Available

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Story County Government: Offices Closed In Observance Of Independence Day

On Monday, July 5, 2021, Story County Offices will be closed in honor of Independence Day. Normal business hours resume on Tuesday, July ...

Huff Named New Police Chief In Ames

Huff will replace former Police Chief Chuck Cychosz, who retired in August 2020.

Story County Government: Adoptable Pet Of The Week

Slate is the Adoptable Pet of the Week for the Story County Animal Shelter. If you would like more information about Slate or other anim ...

Story County Government: Central Iowa VA Virtual Health Mobile In Nevada 7/1

Story County Veterans Affairs is hosting the Central Iowa VA Virtual Health Mobile on July 1, 2021, in Nevada from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Y ...

Story County Publishes Daily News Release For June 23

The 6/23/2021 Daily News Release from the Story County Sheriff's Office is now available.

Story County Publishes Daily News Release For June 21

The 6/21/2021 Daily News Release from the Story County Sheriff's Office is now available.

Boat Ramp At West Peterson Still Closed In Story County

West Peterson Park's boat ramp is still closed until further notice due to low lake levels.

Story County Government: Story County Recorder's Office Passport Notice

The Story County Recorder's Office received notice that regular passports are now taking up to 18 weeks and expedited (for which you pay ...

Story County Likely To Miss Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Ames area compares to Iowa and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

Independence Day Holiday Closings In Ames

The Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., will be closed on Sunday, July 4, and open regular hours on Monday, July 5.

Ames Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

Story County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Ames Exterior Property Maintenance Code Workshop On June 15, Online Comment Option

The Ames City Council requested that staff develop specific standards addressing the most frequent complaints.

Ames Police Chief Candidates To Hold Public Presentations

Justiniano will give his public presentation at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, June 14.

Ames Receives $18,000 Commitment From Renewable Energy Group To Plant Trees

Tauke said this ongoing three-year commitment from REG will provide additional leverage for future tree planting grant opportunities.

Ames Receives $18,000 Commitment From Renewable Energy Group To Plant Trees

Tauke said this ongoing three-year commitment from REG will provide additional leverage for future tree planting grant opportunities.

Story County Government: County Offices Closed Memorial Day

Story County Offices and Departments will be closed Monday, May 31st, in recognition of Memorial Day. Normal business hours resume Tuesd ...

Story County Government: May 25, 2021 Daily News Release Now Available

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Story County Government: Public Input On Two Long-Range Transportation Plans

The Iowa Transportation Commission and Iowa Department of Transportation have been working on updating the state long-range transportati ...

Story County Government: May 24, 2021 Daily News Release Now Available

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Ames Receives $18,000 Commitment From Renewable Energy Group To Plant Trees

According to City Forester Paul Tauke, the first round of REG funds will be used to plant trees at Inis Grove Park.

Façade Grant Applications Available For Downtown In Ames

All applications must demonstrate consistency with the Downtown Design Guidelines.

Ames Offices Closed For Memorial Day On May 31

The Community Center Gym and Municipal Pool will be closed on Monday, May 31.

The Digital Divide: How Ames Area Compares In Internet Usage

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

Ames City Council To Discuss Mask Mandate At Special Meeting On May 18

No action will be taken at this meeting, and there will be no public input.

Mental Health Concerns During Pandemic And Beyond Addressed In Public Forum On May 20 In Ames

The forum will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 20, at the Ames City Auditorium, 520 Sixth St.

Ames Mayor, City Council And Ag Secretary Celebrate Welch Avenue Ribbon-Cutting On May 27

Attendees should gather at Fire Station No. 2 at 132 Welch Ave.

Ames Mayor And City Council's Bike Ride Is May 15

At Northwestern Avenue, cyclists will turn south to Main Street, then north on Pearle Avenue and back to City Hall.

Ames Emma McCarthy Lee Park Bridge Ribbon-Cutting Celebration Is May 19

Attendees are asked to access the ribbon cutting via the park’s driveway at 3400 Ross Road.

Ames Police Chief Recruitment Process Set

City Manager Steve Schainker has announced the launch of a national search for the next Ames Police Chief.

Story County Government: May 3, 2021 Daily News Release Now Available

See the latest announcement from the Story County Government.