Good morning, Ankeny.

Thursday, locals lined an escort route starting at Des Moines Airport to honor Army Reserve Maj.

Jeffrey O'Brien (Waukee) and Sgt. Declan Coady (West Des Moines), killed in a drone attack in Kuwait on March 1. The route traveled through McKinley and Park Avenues, splitting at Ashworth Road.

Iowa State Rep. Megan Srinivas was named chief medical officer at Primary Health Care on March 17 and now leads its clinical programs; she is board-certified (in internal medicine and infectious disease) to serve central Iowa patients with medical, dental, and pharmacy services.

High Notes & High Stakes Gala

6:30-10 p.m. — The River Center — $75 Early Bird Tickets, $100 after 3/15 — Glamorous night of casino games and cocktails for a great cause.

Coyote Island Live Show

7-9:30 p.m. — xBk Live — $18.94 — Experience a sonic vacation with Coyote Island's blend of folk, reggae, and psychedelic indie music.

Adoption Event at PetSmart

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — PetSmart Ankeny — Adoption fees apply — Discover your new furry friend with dogs, cats, and rabbits available for adoption.

Greg Morton Stand-Up Show

11:30 p.m. — Funny Bone Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Greg Morton at one of the area's favorite comedy venues.

Koffin Kats Live Show

7-10 p.m. — xBk Live — Tickets from $56 — Experience the electrifying performance of Koffin Kats alongside Carrie Nation & the Speakeasy and The Rumours.

Monster Jam Returns to Des Moines

1-3 p.m. — Casey's Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling monster truck action at this exciting event in Des Moines.

Winery Spotlight: Idle Cellars Tasting Event

6-7:30 p.m. — WineStyles Tasting Station — $20/Person — Enjoy an evening of exquisite wine tasting with winemaker Ben Larks from Idle Cellars.

Blossoms & Bubbly Spring Open House

5-8 p.m. — Uptown Ankeny — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening of spring shopping and activities at Uptown Ankeny’s special open-house event.