Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of July.
Good morning, Ankeny.
🏛️ Government
The State Treasurer’s Office returned a record $38.2 million in unclaimed property to Iowans in FY26 by processing 53,194 claims, beating past figures by over $8.4 million.
Officials said the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt will continue as more citizens use the website (a noted resource) to search for forgotten funds.
🏥 Health
Polk County health officials reported 19 cyclosporiasis cases in 2026, up from 11 in 2025, and advise residents to wash fresh fruits and vegetables thoroughly to reduce infection risk.
Central Iowa woman Elizabeth Wehrle (36) of Montezuma made medical history by receiving a rare quadruple-organ transplant at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago; doctors say she is recovering well and will return home Friday (Jul.
17).
🎉 Ankeny Events
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Jordan's Day at the Ballpark
1:08 AM - 4 PM — Principal Park — $25 adults, $15 children — Celebrate Jordan's legacy with fun activities and a baseball game.
Shrek KIDS: Session B
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Story Theater Company — $315 — Dive into a whimsical week of musical theater as young performers bring the adventure of Shrek to life.
Bug Hunter Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — xBk Live — Tickets from $94 — Experience an unforgettable evening with Bug Hunter & The Narcissist Cookbook.
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