Monday, May 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Ankeny. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ JoAnn Fabrics will close its remaining Iowa stores — including the Ankeny location — by May 31, leaving this week as the final shopping opportunity before they shut down. The chain filed for bankruptcy twice last year after years of weak sales and a decline in growth. KCCI
SPORTS NEWS
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Bacoon Ride 2025
7 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Raccoon River Valley Trailhead — Registration required — Enjoy a fun-filled bike ride with delicious bacon-themed treats along the scenic trail.
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Taylor Swift Music Camp
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — School of Rock — $479 — Dive into the world of Taylor Swift’s music in a five-day camp with performance opportunities.
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Iowa Fine Arts Education Summit
12 AM — FFA Enrichment Center — $35/person ($50 day of) — Engage with educators and artists at Iowa's leading fine arts education conference.
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Funky Memphis - Inferno Series
7-9 p.m. — Firetrucker Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy an energetic live performance by an acoustic trio covering 90s Alternative and Grunge hits on the patio.
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Virtual Tour of The Rose of East Des Moines
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — The Rose of East Des Moines — Free entry — Explore assisted living services and discover exceptional senior care surrounded by a beautiful riverside setting.
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