Good morning, Ankeny.

Iowa drivers saw rising gas prices on Tuesday as the Iran War drove up fuel costs, and a two-week ceasefire announced then offered a short break — locals now hope prices will stabilize amid ongoing uncertainty.

Polk County supervisors approved a $200,000 agreement with the University of Iowa to keep water quality sensors running along the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers for another year.

The board allocated funds from the water quality budget after state cuts put the program at risk.

Gov. Kim Reynolds signed a law easing foster-parent training requirements on Tuesday, reducing processing time from nine months to an expected three to four months while retaining key topics such as trauma, attachment, and behavior management for Iowa’s 3,300 foster kids, with the law taking effect July 1.

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.

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.

The You Matter Ankeny Classic for Mental Health

May 8-10 — Prairie Ridge Sports Complex — Registration fee applies — Participate in a softball tournament promoting mental health awareness in the vibrant city of Ankeny.