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A water main break early Tuesday morning impacted traffic in downtown Ames.

For Iowa State students, a typical night out consists of hopping from bar to bar on Welch Avenue—AJ’s, Sips, Cys, even the occasional Mother’s Pub—and ending the night with a trip to Mr. Burrito or a slice at Jeff’s. Many, however, are unaware of the hidden gems that lie along Downtown Ames’ Main Street: a...

Businesses in Downtown Ames have something for everyone to help them celebrate Valentine’s Day during their Heart of Ames celebration until Sunday. From cooking classes to pouring your own custom candle, the Heart of Ames aims to highlight small businesses.   Jenny Pollard is the founder and owner of Life Distilled, an all-natural health and wellness...

A new gathering space in Ames is close to being finished.

It’s time to leave that 90-degree weather behind and step into the fall season. Whether you’re looking for an activity to get you out of your dorm or an activity for weekend fun with friends, the Ames community has several events planned for the fall season. Now that we have flipped the calendar page to...

A longtime relationship with Ames' Japanese sister city, Koshu, is opening local opportunities for retail trade.

With Cyclone Family Weekend just around the corner, Parent and Family Programs has put together an extensive schedule of events for the weekend. In addition to participating in some of the scheduled activities, visitors can also take the opportunity to explore what else Ames has to offer. The last Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market of...

Hairball, a nationally known cover band, will headline for RAGBRAI in Downtown Ames at 7 p.m. Tuesday. The band is known for covering classics by KISS, Queen, Mötley Crüe, Journey, Aerosmith and more. Dave Moody, known for playing the part of Gene Simmons from KISS, has been with the band for three years. “We just...

Hairball, a nationally known cover band, will headline for RAGBRAI in Downtown Ames at 7 p.m. Tuesday. The band is known for covering classics by KISS, Queen, Mötley Crüe, Journey, Aerosmith and more. Dave Moody, known for playing the part of Gene Simmons from KISS, has been with the band for three years. “We just...

RAGBRAI is returning to Ames for its 50th anniversary and will be an overnight stop along the route on Tuesday, June 25. Camping Locations Main Campground (tent camping only): Brookside Park Charters/Assigned Campgrounds: Brookside Park East, ISU field south of Lied Field, Iowa State Center Harvester Plaza, field southeast of Hilton Coliseum, Towers recreation fields,...