Deathly Hallows, Another Star Bucks? And 103 Degrees: Today in Ankeny Patch

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Each day, we'll bring you some of the day's events, stories you may have missed, or other interesting tidbits to keep you informed about your community, as well as the surrounding area.

Events You Don't Want to Miss

Harry Potter Movie

1 p.m. Tuesday at the Kirkendall Public Library, 1210 NW Prairie Ridge Drive

The library will feature Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1. People can bring their own snacks and a covered drink.

Tuesday July 30 in Ankeny Weather

The record high temperature was set at 103 degrees in 1955 and the record low was set at 47 degrees in 1971. This day's average temperature is about 76 degrees. --- From Wunderground.

Headlines You May Have Missed

Does Ankeny Need Another Starbucks?

How many Starbucks you have in town often equates to trends for voting Democrat or Republican.

Mills Fleet Farm Offers Merchandise in All Categories

Mills Fleet Farms aims to offer the lowest price in all categories.

Should More Be Done in the Iowa Juvenile Home Isolation Case?

An Iowa Juvenile Home in Toledo had placed girls in isolation cells and denied their access to education, an advocacy group alleges. The home's director has been replaced. Should more be done?

Gas Prices

Gas prices were $3.62 per gallon at the Hy Vee Gas Station at 410 N. Ankeny BLVD., according to Autos.AOL.Com, but gas was just $3.52 per gallon in nearby Altoona and Des Moines.

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