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Tuesday, November 11th, 2025

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Good morning, Ankeny. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of November.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Iowa State University has named two finalists for its next president and will choose one today by the Iowa Board of Regents — the move follows current president Wendy Wintersteen’s planned retirement in January after 46 combined years. The finalists, Benjamin Houlton from Cornell and David Cook of North Dakota State, visited campus to meet faculty and students.  WHO 13

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 11/12/25

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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.

    Sat, 11/15/25

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  • Ankeny Turkey Trot

    8:45 AM – 12:00 PM — DMACC Ankeny Campus — Registration required — Run the inaugural Ankeny Turkey Trot and enjoy delicious donuts at the finish line.

    Thu, 11/27/25

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  • Christmas in Olde Town Celebration

    2-7 p.m. — Olde Town Altoona — Free entry — Experience a festive transformation into a winter wonderland filled with community spirit for the holiday season.

    Sat, 11/29/25

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  • Ankeny Christmas Light Trolley Tour

    Evening Tour — 1.5-Hour Heated Trolley Ride — Whiskey River Ankeny — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of Christmas lights with festive drinks and post-tour specials.

    Sat, 12/6/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

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No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful.

~ Warren Buffett

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