Good morning, Ankeny.

MidAmerican Energy warns customers that scammers use paid search ads to list fake service numbers for utility payments and to collect personal and financial information.

The company advises using its official website or calling 888-427-5632 for secure assistance.

Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) reported that unemployment remained at 3.2% in June as job gains in trade and financial sectors balanced declines in manufacturing and business services.

The state added 600 jobs overall, and over 58,000 open positions are now listed on IowaWORKS.gov.

Central Iowa Water Works launched a Smart Irrigation pilot program using weather-based technology to help residents save water and keep lawns green; the agency said switching one irrigation zone saves over 15,000 gallons, supporting long-term water sustainability.

The State Treasurer's Office returned a record $38.2 million in unclaimed property to Iowans during FY26, processing 53,194 claims that included forgotten bank accounts and memorabilia (like sports cards and a signed Reds ball) as part of the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt.

Polk County health officials report that cyclosporiasis cases have nearly doubled this year as increased consumption of fresh produce raises infection risks & experts urge residents to thoroughly rinse fruits and vegetables.

Local farmers are expecting more visitors at farmers markets amid national cyclosporiasis concerns even though no Iowa cases have been reported; at Little Deer Farm, Melissa Kathryn Bartlett advises shoppers (especially for produce from grocery stores) to clean fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating them.

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.