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Ankeny
Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Ankeny. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Newton High School is one of 25 schools competing in T-Mobile's Friday Night 5G Lights Challenge for a $25,000 stadium upgrade, with votes open daily until October 25. The Central Iowa High School Marching Band ended its season at Ankeny Stadium—sponsored by the Ankeny Instrumental Music Foundation—with top bands earning recognition. WHO 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ankeny Police Department is hosting a drug take-back event this Saturday as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Residents can drop off unneeded prescription medications at the department on Southwest Ordnance Road from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — the service is free and anonymous. KCCI
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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.
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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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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.
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ASHRAE Iowa Chapter - November Meeting
8 AM – 5 PM — FFA Enrichment Center — Registration fee applies — Explore energy efficiency innovations and network at this informative chapter meeting.
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Speakeasy Comedy Special Taping: Darius Daye
7-8:30 p.m. — Java Joes Theater — In-person entry for ages 18+ — Enjoy a night of laughs at this local comedian's special taping.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Ryan Holiday
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