Good morning, Ankeny.

In 1985, a family near St. Charles discovered a complete woolly mammoth skeleton on a riverbank while fishing, and experts from the University of Iowa later determined the bones are about 60,000 years old, indicating the animal was a teenager when it died.

This find is one of several mammoth discoveries that highlights Iowa's rich prehistoric history.

DMACC held a ribbon cutting Thursday for its new Albaugh Family Transportation Institute—an 8600 sq ft $9 million facility that doubles its capacity to train 500 CDL students per year, and the center includes three classrooms, a two story inspection bay, study areas, a 12 acre driving course and a motorcycle training center to help address the shortage of commercial drivers in Iowa and nationwide.

The National Alliance on Mental Health will host the NAMIWalks Iowa event Saturday, September 27th at Terra Park in Johnston—registration will open at 8:30 a.m. and the walk will start at 10:30 a.m. to raise funds for mental health services statewide.

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.

Haunted Waters Halloween Bash

12-2 a.m. — 2750 NW 82nd Pl, Ankeny, IA — Free entry — Experience a spooky night among decorated ponds and family-friendly Halloween fun.