Residents flooded city hall on Tuesday night to hear about a proposed data center in Ames. Many were seated outside the at-capacity council chambers and joined hundreds of at-home viewers who watched the proceedings on a video feed. Des Moines technology company Lightedge wants to build a large data center on city-owned land near the Ames airport. City leaders are taking a step-by-step approach before deciding whether to say yes.
Iowa State University’s Lake Laverne, which sits on the south side of campus along Lincoln Way, is currently blocked off by metal fences surrounding the area and is void of water. This summer, the lake is under construction for a two-phase renovation. Construction started in late May, with completion set for fall or winter of 2027. The project’s main goal is to improve the depth and volume of the lake to better keep the water healthy.
After 46 years of service, Lynette Pohlman is retiring from her role as Warren and Beverly Madden Endowed Director and Chief Curator of University Museums at Iowa State University.
Local events this weekend will help Ames celebrate the country's 250th anniversary, including fireworks at Jack Trice Stadium, a parade, a patriotic concert at Bandshell Park and a celebration at the Ames History Museum.
The Ames Little Cyclones (16-12) delivered a dominant performance against Des Moines NorthEast (0-14), sweeping their doubleheader with a 13-0 shutout in the first game followed by a 14-3 victory in the second game on Tuesday.
The City of Ames is launching a new curbside recycling program July 1, along with a pilot program for larger apartment buildings. You probably have already received the 96-gallon blue recycling container for this program. Here is it important to recycle.
