The hidden crafting corral in the basement of the Memorial Union
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by Temperance Borey, Arts & Culture Reporter
6d ago
Crafting opportunities can be difficult to come by in college. With limited supplies and money, many college students have to leave their crafting hobbies at home. Luckily, inside the Memorial Union is the Workspace: a crafting place for everyone.  Each week, students can find new crafts to try. Drop-in crafts frequently change and don’t require ..read more
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Ames voted Best-Tasting Water in Iowa, will compete nationally
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by Annika Trost, Arts & Culture Reporter
6d ago
Ames water has been voted “Best-Tasting Water in Iowa” for the fifth time — the first time since 2018 — by the Iowa Section of the American Water Works Association conference will compete at the national competition in Denver next June.  One city is determined to have the best-tasting water in the state at association’s annual ..read more
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Ames “Old Chicago” serves its last slice on Halloween
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by Madi Davidson, Arts & Culture Reporter
1w ago
The pizzeria and taproom “Old Chicago”, located on 1610 S Kellogg Ave in Ames, announced on Oct. 22 that their last day serving the public would be Thursday. This was announced on their Facebook on Oct. 22. The restaurant made a Facebook post saying “CHEERS to YEARS of PIZZA and BEERS!” and that they are ..read more
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Review: Toad the Wet Sprocket redefines show openers
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by Chris Aukes, Diversity Editor
1w ago
Toad the Wet Sprocket, an alternative rock band formed in 1986, was the show opener for the Barenaked Ladies performance last evening.  I had originally planned to attend the event with my family as a favor to my father, as he has been a fan of both bands throughout his life. My father, being the ..read more
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Review: Tyler, the Creator’s unique style and lyricism carried another fantastic album
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by Dylan Fobian, Arts & Culture Reporter
1w ago
“Chromakopia” is Tyler, the Creator’s seventh album and his most successful in terms of the style. While I do think there are some songs that don’t work at all, the overall style of the album carries it. Tyler, the Creator is one of the more unique artists in the hip-hop/rap genre. Even the rollout for ..read more
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Review: Hidden gem food trucks on campus
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by John Reeter, Arts & Culture Reporter
2w ago
Across campus, smells waft between a variety of local food trucks, all vying for your appetite. Students have options like Cheese Steak Factory, Macubana and Carlos Quesadillas, which all serve incredible food throughout the weekdays. Each truck works quickly to cook their own unique dishes, providing a great opportunity for students to grab an authentic ..read more
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The Keystones and other indie musicians rock the M-Shop
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by Dylan Fobian, Arts & Culture Reporter
2w ago
On a cold and chilly October night, The Keystones warmed up Ames with their hard rock songs, making everyone get up and move. The Keystones, from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, performed Friday night at the Memorial Union Maintenance Shop, along with openers Jordan Mayland and King Wylde. The first performer and opener was Rudy Miller, also known ..read more
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Ames History Museum re-emerges, five times the size
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by Samantha Leeper, Arts & Culture Reporter
2w ago
After a year-long makeover, the Ames History Museum is back with interactive displays, colorful exhibitions and a wide variety of new-use space for the Ames community.  AVEC Design+Build and Henkel Construction Co. executed a $4.5 million expansion, giving the museum an entirely new life. Most of the budget was used to acquire the Ames Pantorium ..read more
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Keep an eye out for booze and brains during the iconic Zombie Bar Crawl
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by Gabriela Gonzalez, Arts & Culture Reporter
2w ago
On Halloween night, the dead will be walking among the living in Ames’ highly anticipated Zombie Bar Crawl. The spooky experience transforms Welch Avenue into a haven for the undead on Oct. 31.  Presented by the “Big 4,” the famous Zombie Bar Crawl is back this year featuring some of Campustown’s most popular bars: Outlaws ..read more
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The ‘immeasurable impact’ of the late Iowa State alumnus Roy Reiman
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by Ellie Flynn, Arts & Culture Reporter
2w ago
Roy Reiman, father, husband and Iowa State Alumni, passed away Sept. 16 at age 90. He had been committed to improving Iowa State University for over 70 years and has left behind an unforgettable Iowa State legacy. “Thanks, Roy, for leaving this world better than you found it,” Dr. Jeffrey Johnson, Lora and Russ Talbot ..read more
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