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Ankeny
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Ankeny. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Polk City officials are asking residents north and west of Lyndale Drive and Oaklyn Drive to evacuate after a gas line was struck; MidAmerican crews are en route to repair the break. KCCI
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Cinderella Ballet Premiere
7-10 p.m. — Des Moines Civic Center — Tickets start at $35 — Experience the enchanting world premiere of Cinderella featuring live music by the Des Moines Symphony.
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2026 CITYVIEW Midday Mixer
1-4 p.m. — The District at Prairie Trail — $25 ($35 at the door) — Sample summer cocktails at this engaging community mixer in Ankeny.
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Preserve Iowa Summit
Conference on historic preservation — June 2-3 — FFA Enrichment Center — Check out expert presentations and workshops to learn about preserving Iowa's heritage.
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Iowa Cubs Mixer Event
5-7:08 p.m. — Iowa Cubs Stadium — Ticket required — A fun mixer for singles 28-40 featuring a baseball game and a chance to mingle with others.
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Sensory-Friendly Game at Principal Park
1:08 – 2:08 PM — Principal Park — Special ticket pricing available — Experience a baseball game tailored for individuals with autism and sensory processing disorders.
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