Friday, April 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Ankeny. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in northern Ankeny raised concerns over a rezoning proposal that may allow Walmart to be built near homes after a December 2024 plan and an open house on Tuesday where issues like noise, traffic, and pollution were discussed. The City of Ankeny has received the application from Piper Properties and requested a Traffic Impact Study—public hearings will be held once the study is complete. WHO 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A central Iowa team advanced from the Iowa State Championships and will compete in the First Tech Challenge World Championships in Houston this month — Ames High School senior Ananya Balaji is among 150 nationwide to earn the Coca-Cola Scholarship. FOX 17
SPORTS NEWS
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Drop-In Pickleball
1 PM — Albaugh Family Senior Community Center — Free with membership — Enjoy open play on three courts for all skill levels.
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Drop-In Pickleball
1 PM — Albaugh Family Senior Community Center — Free with membership — Enjoy open play across three courts for all skill levels.
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2025 CITO Vendor Show
All day — FFA Enrichment Center — Free entry — Explore the latest in technology solutions for community colleges at this engaging vendor show.
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Career Preview Day
7:45 a.m. — Nettleton Center — Free registration — Experience college life and connect with faculty and professionals at Faith Baptist Bible College.
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Free Workshop on Dry Needling, Neck Pain, & Headaches
Time not specified — Story County Medical Center — Free entry — Learn safe and effective treatment options for neck pain and headaches from a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
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Pedal with Police
12-2 p.m. — AMP - Ankeny Market & Pavilion — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled day of biking safety and explore the trails with local police officers.
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Ankeny Spring Cleanup Days
8 a.m. — Ankeny Sanitation — Free entry — Dispose of large unwanted items and help keep Ankeny clean during this annual event.
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