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Hey there, Ankeny! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Ankeny will mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11 today
  • What statewide farm priorities were set at Ankeny's big corn summit?
  • Why did over 130 farm leaders gather in Ankeny this week?

Also on today's calendar: SEEN, Single Parents' Fall Bible Study and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tractor say to the plow? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Partly sunny, a stray t-storm, with a high of 78 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Sunday: Variably cloudy, a t-storm, temps: high: 64, low: 54.
  • Monday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 77 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Central Iowa events commemorating 25th anniversary of 9/11 (weareiowa.com) — Ankeny residents are invited to a 9/11 remembrance ceremony at 9 a.m. at the museum inside Fire Station 1 on NW Ash Drive, featuring an honor guard, prayer, remarks, bell ringing, and bagpipes. The guide also highlights additional Central Iowa tributes, from a 21‑mile memorial walk to flag displays and volunteer meal‑packing, offering several ways to reflect on the 25th anniversary.
   

• Iowa Corn Growers Set Policy Priorities (morningagclips.com) — Ankeny hosted the Iowa Corn Growers Association's annual Grassroots Policy Summit this week, bringing more than 130 farmer delegates to the FFA Enrichment Center. They set state and federal priorities on issues like conservation funding, ethanol tax credits, carbon capture, property taxes, trade, and infrastructure, decisions that shape Iowa agriculture and the broader economy surrounding Ankeny.
   

• Fort Madison Historic Preservation Commission meeting (pencitycurrent.com) — A statewide news roundup notes that the Iowa Corn Growers Association held its annual policy summit at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny, drawing more than 130 farmer delegates. While most items focus on Fort Madison and Des Moines, Ankeny residents should know their city continues to host major agricultural policy discussions that influence farm, transportation, and energy decisions across Iowa.
   

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    Saturday September 12
  • Volleyball: Metro Classic Volleyball Tournament (Varsity)
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • The Brookie Brownie.
    Gooey brownie with chocolate chip cookie dough. New to the bake stand this weekend! 1303 Ne 45th St Ankeny Open Friday and Saturday 9am-9pm Open… (Nextdoor Otter Creek)
  • The Sweet Sister's Signature Mix
    Sweet•Savory•Crunchy•Salty 1303 Ne 45th St Ankeny Open Friday & Saturday: 9am-9pm Sunday: 10-7 Self serve stand. Cash or Venmo Follow The Sweet… (Nextdoor Otter Creek)
  • New Horizon Academy posted a job opening for Lead Preschool Teacher in Ankeny. Apply here.
  • Chili's Grill & Bar posted a job opening for Dishwasher - Ankeny Chili's in Ankeny. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ankeny here.

🗞 Nearby News

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Polk City

  • Iowa lawsuits stem from online comments about Charlie Kirk's death (kcci.com)
  • Iowa politicians urged to take action on water quality in new campaign (desmoinesregister.com)
  • Polk County voter registration challenges delayed until after election (kcci.com)

Ok Ankeny! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hold me close John Deere. (Thank you Jenny H. for sending it in!)
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