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Good morning, Ankeny. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • JJ's Tavern—winner of Iowa's Best Burger Contest—has permanently closed after its owners announced the decision on Facebook without giving a reason.  KCCI

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 6/14/25

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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.

    Mon, 6/16/25

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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.

    Tue, 6/17/25

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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.

    Fri, 6/20/25

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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.

    Sun, 6/22/25

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  • Summer Doormat Painting Class

    6-8 p.m. — Uptown Garage Brewing Co. — $35 class fee — Create a personalized doormat to welcome summer with friends.

    Thu, 6/26/25

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