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Ankeny
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Ankeny. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Depositing money in local banks helps grow Ankeny's economy as fractional-reserve banking multiplies deposits to support businesses and farms. The Iowa Bankers Association explains how saved dollars create a multiplier effect that builds community wealth today. FOX 17
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Work is underway in Ankeny to restore Fourmile Creek, reduce bank erosion and reconnect it to the floodplain. Crews are removing trees and will replant native grasses so that water spreads out during moderate rain, with work set to finish in November. KCCI
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IHSAA State Wrestling Tournament - Session 8
9-11 a.m. — Casey's Center — Tickets from $5 — Experience the thrill of high school wrestling at its best.
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Ballet Des Moines Presents Nothing Holds Still
7-9 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — $35 to $89 — Experience an evening of world premiere ballets featuring remarkable artists.
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Ballet Des Moines: Nothing Holds Still
7-9 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Reserved Seating: $35, $54, $74, $89 — Experience the world premieres of three ballets accompanied by the Belin Quartet.
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Rondell Sheridan Live Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Ingersoll Tap — Tickets start at $172 — Experience an unforgettable night with comedian Rondell Sheridan in Des Moines.
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Time to Paddy 5k/10k & Lucky 13.1 Race
8 AM – 12 PM — Big Creek State Park — Registration fee required — Lace up for a festive St. Patrick's Day celebration with races for all ages and abilities.
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The Floozies + Too Many Zooz Concert
7-9 p.m. — Wooly's — $43/ealistmap — Experience an electrifying night with The Floozies and Too Many Zooz on their Too Many Flooz Tour.
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Hawthorne Heights Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Wooly's — $81+ — Last-minute tickets available for an energetic live performance by Hawthorne Heights.
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Jerry Garcia Tribute: Mission in the Rain
7-10 p.m. — xBk Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience a heartfelt tribute to Jerry Garcia in a vibrant live music setting.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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