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MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP: The NAMI Connections peer support group from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug, 3, at the NAMI of Central Iowa Wellness Center, 416 Douglas Ave., Suite 205. Come hear from others who are also learning how to live in recovery with a mental illness. Call (515) 292-9400 for more information.
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“PRESERVING A TASTE OF SUMMER”: ISU Extension and Outreach Story County will teach about canning and preserving food starting at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 3, at Colo Public Library. Register by call the library at (641) 377-2900 or email cololibrary@netins.net. This program is free and open to adults.
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LIFETREE CAFE: The Lifetree program, “Getting Unstuck: Practical Ways to Improve Your Life,” participants will take part in a nonthreatening activity that often leads to insightful breakthroughs in achieving life change. The program begins at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 3, at First Christian Church, 611 Clark Ave. Lifetree Cafe is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting.
AUG. 3 ACTIVE DUTY TO CIVILIAN LIFE EDUCATIONAL TALK: Ames Therapy and Consulting Services PC will provide a free educational hour on transitioning from active duty to civilian life and treating PTSD from 4 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 3. Major Chris Johnson, USA, retired, (25 years military service and four tours) graduate counseling intern, and Amy Mooney will host this free educational hour. Please call to reserve at (515) 337-1380 or visit amestherapy.com for more information.
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FOODIES AND BREW: Local restaurateurs and chefs will showcase their talents by providing samples of unique food creations starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 4, at Douglas and Main Streets. Event attendees will be encouraged to visit each station and vote for the People’s Choice Award. A selection of craft beers will also be available for sampling, and each attendee will receive a souvenir glass. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 day of the event, available at amesdowntown.org.
Several performers joined in the Ames Fourth of July Parade to help publicize the upcoming 23rd-annual Senior Variety Show, “Feelin’ Groovy!-celebrating the 60’s.” The show will be at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 18, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 20, at Ames City Auditorium. Call (515) 232-8294 for further information. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Tickets on sale for Senior Variety Show Tickets for the 23rd-annual Senior Variety Show, “Feelin’ Groovy!” are now on sale for $10. The show will be performed at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 18, and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 20, at Ames City Auditorium. In Ames, tickets are on sale at Eye Works (2701 Stange Road); Heartland Senior Services (205 S. Walnut Ave.); Mary Kay’s Flowers and Garden
Café, (3134 Northwood Drive) and Worldly Goods (223 Main St.). In Nevada, they are available at the Ben Franklin Store (1038 Sixth St.), and in Story City, at the RSVP/Senior Center (503 Elm Ave). Talented Story County seniors will showcase music, dances, skits and costumes of the unforgettable 1960’s era. The net proceeds will benefit two local senior organizations: Story County Vietnam Veter-
ans, Chapter 1102, and Heartland Senior Services of Story County (specifi cally its Story County Meals on Wheels program, a joint service of Mary Greeley Medical Center and Heartland Senior Services). Tickets will also be available at the door for $12. For further ticket information, please call (515) 232-8294, visit the Facebook page (Senior Variety Show August), and the website, SeniorVarietyShow.org.
Ames Town and Country Kiwanis assists at Y Camp
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Stan Carpenter, member of the Ames Town and Country Kiwanis Club assists two unidentifi ed Camp Hertko Hollow Teen Week campers with refreshments after their physical activity. The camp provides numerous recreational activities and professional diabetic education in a peer friendly atmosphere in the scenic Y Camp located north of Boone. The 2017 schedule included Kid’s Week from June 25 to July 1 and a Teen Week from July 2 to July 8. The club also assists the camp with funds to help insure all local diabetic children can receive these experiences. Other club members who assisted, but are not pictured were Jack Winkler, Dan Franklin and Marion Kresse. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS continued from front free day in 2017. In addition, Ames Public Library will have youth story time (for those ages 0-5) from noon to 1 p.m. Bring a sack lunch and enjoy a story. In the evening, from 6 to 8 p.m., the gardens will show the documentary “Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea,” that features the art collection current on display through the garden. The fi lm showing is free.
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Northminster Presbyterian Church awards Beran with scholarship
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BLAST BACK TO SCHOOL: This year’s Story County Blast Back to School Fair will be from 2 to 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 11, at Ames Middle School. Families can come and receive basic school supplies, as well as the necessary health, vision and dental screenings on this day. Students attending any Story County School and entering grades kindergarten through 12th grade, can pick up supplies. All students must be accompanied by an adult (18 or older). Jack Beran, right, received a scholarship from Northminster Presbyterian Church, Ames, on a recent Sunday. The scholarship was presented by Charlie Hurburgh, member of the church Scholarship Committee. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Dan Shickell, of Coldwell Banker, facility manager for Syngenta, holds six-inch plant containers that were donated to Nevada High School agriculture education and FFA chapter. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Dan Shickell, Coldwell Banker & Syngenta shrink-wraps palletized plant containers at Nevada High School. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Syngenta donates plant containers to Nevada ag ed, FFA Dan Shickell donated and delivered 52 cases of six-inch plant containers to the Nevada High School greenhouse with tray bases. Shickell works for Coldwell Banker Facility Management, which maintains Syngenta’s plant research and greenhouse facilities. Syngenta changed the containers used for growing research plants, so rather than
McFarland Clinic adds Davidson to staff McFarland Clinic has announced Drew Davidson, DPM, joined the McFarland Clinic Podiatry Department in July. Davidson completed his podiatric medicine and surgical residency at Gunder- Davidson sen Health Systems in LaCrosse, Wis. He completed his doctorate of podiatric medicine at Des Moines University. Davidson will provide the following services: diabetic foot care, ulcer and wound healing, palliative care for corns, callus and nail debridement, surgical reconstruction of foot deformities, surgical repair of fractures or tendon injuries, comprehensive foot care, biomechanical assessment and treatment with orthotics and bracing. To schedule an appointment, call (515) 239-4586.
going to the landfi ll, Shickell suggested repurposing the containers in public education. Shickell arrived on a Friday afternoon around 5 p.m., and by 7:30 p.m., Kevin Cooper and Shickell had the cases of containers on pallets and shrink wrapped with plastic to stabilize the palletized boxes. Each box contains 375 six-inch containers, so the entire
donation consisted of more than 19,500 plant containers. “To buy these containers with trays would be over $5,000” said Cooper, Nevada High School agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor. “The timing of this was perfect this spring, just in time for transplanting plants for retail sales.”
Nevada FFA Heavy-duty all-terrain forklift lines up to move the palletized cases of donated plant containers. Each box contains 375 six-inch plastic plant containers. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Ames International Partners City Association delegates visit Koshu City, Japan The Ames International Partners City Association (AIPCA) sent an adult delegation to its sister city, Koshu City, Japan during the fi rst week of June. Twenty delegates stayed with host families and enjoyed a wonderful cultural exchange organized by Koshu City staff. The delegates visited the Koshu City Council chambers where they learned about the local government. They also visited several Buddhist Temples, the prefectural art gallery, a rose garden, went trout fi shing and enjoyed bathing in hot springs. They spent some time at a local elementary school where they watched students perform a folk dance and song and enjoyed eating lunch with the students. The region is known for its houtou soup. Delegates learned how to carefully make udon noodles from local experts and assisted with the soup preparation. They enjoyed eating the soup for lunch. Delegates spent one day doing activities with their host families. Activities included visits to Mount Fuji, art galleries, shopping and cooking. The city hosted a banquet at a local winery that
Ames delegates to Koshu City, Japan, were led by AIPCA board members, Tom and Pat Sauer. They included Alta and Jerry Byg, Tess a Myers, Michael McCool, Lauren Franzen, Cindy and Dyke Hicks, Kara and Josh Tenney, Sue Bokhoven, Marina Kraeva, Blue Maas, Christi and Katie Carr, Karlai and Robert Thornburg, Nick Sauer and Olivia Sauer. Three of the delegates had also participated in the youth exchange when they were in middle school. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
included a meal with the Koshu City mayor and other offi cials, a musical performance and exchange of gifts between cities. The mission of the Ames International Partner Cit-
ies Association (AIPCA) is to promote cultural and educational exchanges between the people of the City of Ames and those of our Partner Cities. Ames presently has
one designated sister city: Koshu City, Japan. This partnership has existed for nearly 25 years. Both youth and adult delegates from both cities are involved in the cultural exchanges.
Please visit the city of Ames website to learn more about AIPCA: http:// www.cityofames.org/ government/departmentsdivisions-a-h/city-clerk/ boards-commissions/aipca
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PEOPLE Area students who graduated from Drake University are: Ames Hannah Bain with a Master of Science in Education degree in literacy education; Kiva Forsmark with a Master of Arts in Teaching degree in secondary education; JoAnn Lee with a Master of Science degree in leadership development; Alex Rutter with a Bachelor of Science degree in health sciences; Ruth Speth with a Master of Science in Education degree inteacher effectiveness and professional development Huxley Paul Evans with a Master of Science in Education degree in teacher effectiveness and professional development; Sarah Knoke-Seigfried, Master of Science in Education degree in teacher effectiveness and professional development; Sarah Wilson with a Juris Doctor degree Nevada Brian Bappe with a Juris Doctor degree and a Master of Business Administration degree Story City Sydney Dunn with a Master of Science degree in counseling
Area students who graduated from Western Governors University are: Ames * Pauline Osanya with ar Master of Science in Nursing degree in education (BSN to MSN); Harlan Forkner with a Bachelor of Science degree in health informatics Huxley Karissa Keppler with a Master of Science in Nursing degree in education (BSN to MSN) McCallsburg Kanzaidy Frank of Mc Callsburg (50154) has received her Bachelor of Science in Business degree in healthcare management Area students named to the dean’s list at University of Minnesota- Twin Cities are: Ames Conor Burke, Kenson Cai, Adelaide Rohrssen, Macy Vollbrecht, Sarah Wohlsdorf Cambridge Abigail Kohut-Jackson To be named to the dean’s list, honorees must have a 3.66 or higher GPA while taking 12 or more credits.
Ames Town and Country Kiwanis Club donates to Story County Dental Clinic
Gloria Symons, director of MICA health services, receives a $5,000 check from Marion Kresse, representing the Ames Town and Country Kiwanis Club. These funds and a prior Club check in the amount of $1,000 totaling $6,000 this year will be used to assist the continued operation of the Story County Dental Clinic. The Clinic serves low income families in Central Iowa. The Clinic has about 2000 patients per year with about 4000 appointments. About 85 percent are from Story County, most are from Ames. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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KHOI Community Radio to celebrate fifth anniversary KHOI Community Radio will celebrate its fifth year on the air with live music outdoors on the street in front of its 410 Douglas Ave. studios in Ames on Aug. 12. The main act is Sam Salomone, a veteran of the Des Moines music scene whose signature instrument is the Hammond B3 organ. KHOI, which broadcasts 24 hours a day at 89.1 FM, is largely volunteer run, with only one full-time and two part-time staff. Unlike public radio, which receives funding from the federal government, community radio is financed entirely by donations and underwriting. “KHOI’s fifth birthday is an important
milestone,” said KHOI Board President Joe Lynch. “We want this to be a community celebration — to give back to the community that’s shown us such amazing support.” The community asset that KHOI represents hasn’t always been so obvious. “We’d hear that radio was dead, or that Ames already had a newspaper and TV station,” saids Ursula Ruedenberg, who has been station manager since KHOI has been in existence. “Now that we’ve had five years of inviting local people on the air, we better understand how community radio can bring people together and share information. As further evidence
of its community support, numerous local businesses have chipped in to make the event possible — Prints Copy Center, Ames Digital Sound, Benjamin Design Collaborative, Brekke’s Town & Country, Della Viti Wine Bar, Fighting Burrito, Gina McAndrews realtor, Inkblot Studio, London Underground, Photosynthesis, physical therapist Ria Kienert and Skunk River Cycles. At last count, the station airs about 24 locally produced shows. These include shows with a five-year track record — “Local Talk,” “KHOI Previews the Arts,” “Morning Masterpieces,” “Hot Jazz Revue” and a Saturday evening hiphop lineup — and newcomers like “On Farm” and “Rebel Radio.” “KHOI is like a great canvas where members of the community can leave their mark,” Ruedenberg said. “And the amazing thing is, this is quality radio that’s being produced. Otherwise, we would
Sam Salomone will be the featured performer as KHOI Community Radio celebraes its fifth year on the air on Aug. 12 in Ames. Salomone is a veteran of the Des Moines music scene whose signature instrument is the Hammond B3 organ. He has been inducted into both the Iowa Jazz Hall of Fame and the Iowa Blues Hall of Fame. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
not have survived.” Salomone is an inductee of both the Iowa Jazz Hall of Fame and the Iowa Blues Hall of Fame. Ron Carson, chair of KHOI’s local music task force, said, “Sam is a musical treasure, a living legend. We’re delighted to bring him
to people who may not have heard his music yet.” Sam’s outdoor performance starts at 6 p.m. It will be preceded by an indoor performance by Chai Tunes, a “Bollywood”style band made up of ISU engineering professors. People are encouraged to tune in at 4 p.m. to a live broadcast hosted by Allen “Gildy” Gildehaus (“Rock of the Ages”). Sam’s evening performance will be preceded by an honoring ceremony followed by birthday cake and lemonade
at intermission. “Even our birthday cake says something about who we are,” said Donna Prizgintas, co-host of the DonnaLonna Kitchen. “We’re organizing a cake potluck so people can sample a variety of homemade and possibly even gourmet cakes.” Everyone is invited to 410 Douglas Ave. for the Aug. 12 celebration. More information about KHOI is available on its website, khoifm.org, which also offers live streaming of its radio broadcast and an archive of recently aired shows.
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Nicole Wilson, Nevada High School and FFA alumni, was in attendance at the Iowa Character Awards Dinner as a category winner with “Dress for Success” organization. Wilson, standing, is pictured with Nevada FFA members, from left, Madison Davis, Macy Filebrandt and Rylee Stevenson. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada FFA members who attended the Iowa Character Awards at Prairie Meadows Event Center were, from left, Logan Stufflebeam, Luke Fevold, Madison Davis, Noah Nusbaum, Riley Stevenson, Kaitlin Wegner and Macy Filbrandt. Not pictured: Kevin Cooper, Nevada FFA advisor. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada FFA attends Iowa Character Awards event Nine Nevada ag ed students and FFA members attended the 2017 Iowa Character Awards on Friday evening, July 21, at Prairie Meadows Event Center. The Nevada FFA was awarded an honorable mention in the category of Student Organization of Character for the multitude of activities, which exemplified charity, service, citizenship, responsi-
bility, trustworthy and caring. A selection committee of 45 professionals reviewed nominations in the categories of educators, schools, citizens, partnerships, and the Robert Ray Pillar of Character award. The 2017 winner in the organization category was Stick to It 4-H club of Sigourney. The 4-H club has been in existence for more than 90 years and is
committed to helping members realize their potential. The evening’s event began with a professional photo shoot and social time. Then everyone moved into the dining room for the evening plated meal and recognition program. “What an impressive event, recognizing individuals and organizations for outstanding service to others,”
said Kevin Cooper, Nevada FFA advisor. The meal included Asiago chicken; seasoned and seared chicken breast with spinach and Asiago cheese, a California blended vegetable medley, and garlic mashed potatoes, dessert included either New York cheesecake topped with strawberry sauce or chocolate cheesecake. Program emcee
was Jannay Towne, of WHO Channel 13 News. Cooper, Nevada High School Ag Ed instructor and FFA advisor, accompanied the students to the awards event. Nevada graduate Nicole Wilson was at the event also. Nicole is associated with Dress for Success Des Moines. Nicole’s organization is a nonprofit organization with a
mission to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Since opening in 2011, the nonprofit have served more than 1,000 women who are supporting more than 2,500 children locally.
Area students who graduated from University of Northern Iowa are: Ames Julia Barrett with Bachelor of Arts degree in communications/public relations; Peter Benson with Master of Social Work degree in social work; Gerald Davis with Bachelor of Arts degree in marketing: sales management; Emily Engle with Bachelor of Arts degree in Earth science; Andrew Heppeard with Bachelor of Arts degree in English and the study of religion; Tabitha Wu with Master of Arts in Education degree in elementary education Cambrigde Celeste Mortvedt with Master of Arts in Education degree in early childhood education
Colo Katelyn Tyler with Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education and middle level education Gilbert Johanna Holck Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education and middle level education with high honors Maxwell Heather Applegate with Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology; Kate Deakins with Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary
education Nevada Zachary Anderson with Bachelor of Arts degree in leisure, youth & human services; Colynn Black with Bachelor of Science degee in manufacturing engineering technology: manufacturing design; Amber Ramthun with Bachelor of Arts degree in communication disorders;
Kortney Saunders with Master of Accounting degree in accounting
Kay Harper, Darby Messerschmitt, Alex Rutter Huxley Holly Albers To be named to the dean’s list, honorees must have a 3.5 or higher GPA.
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Area students who were named to the dean’s list at Drake University are: Ames Kelanie Crosswait,
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