In Ames, lifestyle news means culture, family dynamics, home life, hobbies and relationships. It follows the daily choices that define how residents live.
The district is reviewing a new policy to comply with Iowa Senate File 2231, which governs religious, political and ideological expression in schools.
Live Poll
Should public schools in your community allow students to express religious views in assignments?
The Division of Student Affairs will award up to three community members who embody the principles of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The chain reopened inside the Memorial Union in Ames after leaving its campus location in 2005.
Live Poll
Should potential owners face stricter requirements before being allowed to purchase exotic pets?
Founded in 2017, the local nonprofit currently houses dozens of tortoises and turtles rescued from the pet trade.
Live Poll
Do you believe collaborative public art projects successfully improve community connection in your local area?
The new public art installation features 576 hand-painted tiles on a Main Street building wall.
The university recognized the longtime archaeologist for her extensive contributions to state historical preservation.
Coverage takes in cultural trends, household habits, family time management, and the shifting social norms that emerge in daily life. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. Ames residents show a particular focus on how educational cycles and academic calendars dictate the pace of family life. Economic shifts and changing generational preferences are the most frequent drivers of these evolving habits.
