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Saturday, March 28th, 2026

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Good morning, Ankeny. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Traffic was backed up on I-235 eastbound near 63rd Street after a crash between Exit 3 (8th/73rd Streets) and Exit 4, with both shoulders blocked and delays over 10 minutes reported by Iowa DOT.  KCCI

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Local farmers can use new online tools from the Iowa Farm Bureau and Iowa State University Extension to check nitrate levels and lower fertilizer costs this planting season, as high soil nitrogen from rain, warmer temperatures and unfrozen ground drives up inputs (tools are available online).  KCCI

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 3/29/26

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  • 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.

    Sat, 4/4/26

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  • 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.

    Thu, 4/9/26

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  • 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.

    Sat, 4/11/26

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  • 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.

    Wed, 4/15/26

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  • 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.

    Fri, 4/17/26

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  • America Concert

    7-8:30 p.m. — Des Moines Civic Center — Tickets from $155 — Experience the iconic band America live in concert for a night of nostalgic tunes.

    Sat, 4/25/26

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Success is never owned; it is only rented—and the rent is due every day.

~ Rory Vaden

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