After water main breaks in April 2023 and January sent chlorinated water into McLoud Run, killing at least 2,000 fish in the urban stream, the city is now considering installing a pressure monitoring system to underground water lines to more quickly identify and stop leaks and breaks.
The city of Ames is hosting various environmentally focused events in addition to an aquatic center groundbreaking. Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center groundbreaking The groundbreaking for the $32 million Fitch Family Indoor Aquatic Center will take place at 11 a.m. April 24 at 115 N. Elm Ave. A news release from the city Wednesday stated.
The 52nd annual Octagon Art Festival drew a crowd of nearly 10,000 people to downtown Ames on Sunday. Artists lined the streets in booths, showcasing and selling their creations. Delicious smells from food trucks drifted through the air, along with free musical and dance performances that captivated audiences. “The festival is a great way to.