Watch Hop Free: Today in Ankeny

Let Patch help you get a jumpstart on your day, Ankeny. Here are 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.

Movies Under the Stars: HOP

Dusk Friday Wagner Park Bandshell, 410 W. 1st Street

Families and all are invited to bring a blanket, snacks and more and enjoy this free movie in the park.

Sales Tax Holiday

The sales tax holiday for back to school items is Friday and Saturday Aug. 2 and Aug. 3. No sales tax will be collected on clothing or footwear that costs $100 or less. For more information visit http://www.iowa.gov/tax/educate/holiday1.html


Garage Sales

Find garage sales on the Calendar and the Map.

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Headlines You Might Have Missed

Did you hear about the man who went to jail twice in the same day for public intoxication and grand theft auto?

Police: Man Who Rides Cart, Steals Two Cars,

How about the meth and marijuana smoking teacher who allegedly had sex with students: UPDATE: More Details Released in Alleged Sex Abuse…

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