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Thunderstorms have brought about several watches and warnings to Story County so far this summer. (Stock photo)
Why so stormy? Iowa’s rainy summer brings severe weather to Ames
by Kyle Werner, Reporter
Published July 30, 2025
Iowa is known to have mood swings when it comes to weather, but this summer it seems to have gotten angrier than normal. In Ames, there has been heavy rain, storms and severe weather warnings for most of the month. The city has received more than 11 inches of rain just in July — a deviation of over 7 inches from average rainfall this time of year.
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Brian Dieter, the CEO and president of Mary Greeley Medical Center, retired July 31.
Brian Dieter: Making a meaningful difference in health care
by Michael Kitchell, Reporter
Published July 30, 2025
At the end of July, Brian Dieter retired as CEO of Mary Greeley Medical Center after 17 years. Dieter was ultimately responsible for providing all who go to MGMC with the best access, quality and care.

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Ames Community School District office located on 24th Street.
School board to have 4 openings this fall, hears of testing changes
by Kyle Werner, Reporter
Published July 16, 2025

Four seats will open on the Ames School Board for the 2025 election. Along with the four openings announced at Monday’s board meeting, there was news of other changes to the Ames Community School District in the fall, some minor and some large. Four school board positions up for election Four...

A look at downtown Ames looking west on Main Street from the Douglas Avenue corner from the 1920s or early '30s. (Provided by Ames Public Library)
4 fun facts about the history of Ames
by Kyle Werner, Reporter
Published July 9, 2025
Kids (and grown-ups) eagerly wait for a refreshing splash to beat the Fourth of July heat.
Ames celebrates Independence Day
by Amber Mohmand, Reporter
Published July 7, 2025

Charles Hall poses with a Crimson Sweet watermelon. (Provided by Iowa State University)
5 things you may have not known were created at Iowa State
by Kyle Werner, Reporter
Published July 16, 2025

Innovation continues to grow at Iowa State University, and it has for decades. From advancing our daily technology to the foods we eat, ISU innovators have been at the center of it all. Here are some of the most notable innovations from Iowa State over the years. The electronic computer The...


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Kids line up for candy at the Fourth of July parade in  downtown Ames.
Ames events to celebrate 4th of July
by Kyle Werner, Reporter
Published July 1, 2025
The Fourth of July is a time to spend some time outside and some quality time with friends and family. From fireworks to parades and a concert, you’re sure to have a busy day full of festivities to celebrate America’s birthday right here in Ames.
Jordan Messerole and Casey Joe Collins perform at the Goldfinch Room reunion festival in 2024.
Your guide to Ames’ live summer music series
by Fred Love, Ames Voice
Published May 26, 2025

An Ames baserunner is tagged out by Kaylyn Miller (19) of Ankeny.
No. 9 Ames stunned as Ankeny spoils record-breaking season
by Jared Larson, Reporter
Published July 23, 2025
The best season in program history came to a sudden halt Saturday night as the No. 9 Ames Little Cyclone softball team couldn’t overcome an early gust from Ankeny in a 5-1 loss in Class 5A regional action.