Good morning, Ankeny.

Remains of eight people killed in a B-52 crash in Southern California — including Iowa native Air Force Maj.

Brad Hovey — will be moved to Dover Air Force Base Friday for preparation before families receive them; crash occurred Monday during a test and Edwards Air Force Base reopened today.

Des Moines hosted the Juneteenth Jubilee on Thursday evening to celebrate community leaders and educate residents about the holiday's significance while honoring an Ankeny High School essay contest winner (celebrations continue with Neighbors Day on Saturday).

Drake University professor Matthew Mitchell says the US-Iran peace deal may bring gradual relief to Iowans — fuel prices and food costs could drop in days or weeks as the Strait of Hormuz reopens.

Eighth graders can play varsity teams locally starting Aug.

1 under a new rule so they stay eligible for sports — high school players must meet academic standards from Aug. 23, while Iowa Lakes Community College remains on conditional accreditation pending audit reviews with full status recommended by spring.

Ten days into CIWW’s watering ban, eight responding districts reported issuing notices but no fines while residents continue to follow water-saving rules.

Meanwhile, Gray’s Station features built-in water savers — rain-capturing buckets and artificial turf — that conserve water and filter runoff before it reaches the Raccoon River.

UnityPoint Health reported a sharp rise in electric bike and scooter injuries over the past six years; 16 crash-related visits in 2020 rose to 79 this year, with more than 400 patients treated.

Ankeny and Newton have set ordinances while Clive and Waukee continue to revise rules for safer riding.

Cycling enthusiasts are advised to begin training for next month's RAGBRAI, which will start Sunday, July 19 in Onawa and end Saturday, July 25 in Dubuque.

Local riders suggest logging miles, practicing hill climbs at popular local spots + prioritizing hydration to fully enjoy the eight-day ride.

Treat Trot Des Moines

7-10 a.m. — Riverview Park — Youth pricing starts at $17 — A family-friendly running event featuring races for all ages and abilities with custom swag.

Playful Performers: Session B

Time Range — Story Theater Company — Cost Info — Create characters and act out a story inspired by Everybody in the Red Brick Building.

4th of July Foam Party

11 AM – 2 PM — Paws & Pints — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a fun-filled foam party for your furry friends.

Final Frontier Tour

7:30 p.m. — Casey's Center — Tickets from 55 € — Experience the legendary band Journey live in concert in Des Moines with great sound and ambiance.

DCI: Drum Corps International

3:30-6:30 a.m. — Ankeny Stadium — Competitive pricing — Experience the excitement of live drum corps performances at this renowned event.

Daniel Donato Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — xBk Live — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of captivating music with Daniel Donato.

Rookies Music Camp

9 AM - 12 PM — School of Rock — $ — Young beginners explore rock music and perform live at week's end.

Chad Elliott Concert

6-8 p.m. — The Bridge District — Free entry — Enjoy free live music with riverfront views featuring the award-winning Weary Ramblers.