Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
Good morning, Ankeny.
🎭 Culture
Central Iowa cities have ended the Beggars’ Night tradition and moved trick‐or‐treating back to Halloween night due to severe weather disruptions—Ankeny and other towns will hold events on Oct.
31.
🌲 Environment
Iowa's water quality monitoring system faces funding cuts that will put at risk its 75 sensors tracking high nitrate levels—real-time data could vanish this spring if the cuts proceed.
Researchers warn that without the system, water managers and utilities will have a harder time protecting drinking water.
🏛️ Government
A Dallas County jury awarded former Polk County HR director Jim Nahas more than $4 million in a wrongful termination lawsuit, and taxpayers will help pay part of the award.
Nahas was fired in 2020 and sued Supervisors Hockensmith and Connolly and former administrator Norris—Norris must now pay $250,000 while each supervisor must pay $5,000 as new leadership is expected to move forward.
🏈 Sports
Former Iowa Cubs manager Buddy Bailey, who won over 2,400 games in 36 minor league seasons (including a 78-66 record in 2007), died at 68 on September 23.
He ranks as the third-winningest minor league manager behind Stan Wasiak and Bob Coleman.
🎉 Ankeny Events
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Bully Prevention and Response Workshop
7 p.m. — The Crossings at Deer Creek — Learn to protect children against bullying from a seasoned safety expert.
Central College Men’s Golf Grand View Invitational
7:00 PM – 6:59 PM — Otter Creek Golf Course — Free entry — Compete among the best collegiate golfers at the stunning Otter Creek Golf Course.
IHSMA State Marching Contest and Mid-Iowa Marching Band Championships
6:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. — Waukee HS Stadium — Check for ticket details — Experience an exciting day of marching bands showcasing their talent at multiple venues.
Low Back Pain Assessment and Treatment Workshop
11 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Embody Massage Therapy and Education — $200 + $10 materials — Enhance your skills in assessing and treating low back pain with expert Dr. James Mally.
Justin Goodchild - Inferno Live Music Series
7-9 p.m. — Firetrucker Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy a night of original and cover pop tunes with solo musician Justin Goodchild.
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