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Iowa State Professor Said Advertisers Will Soon Ask to Scan Your Face
Brian Mennecke said advertisers and marketers will soon be using facial recognition software to bombard us with better targeted advertising.

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Brian Mennecke said advertisers and marketers will soon be using facial recognition software to bombard us with better targeted advertising.

Ankeny Police Blotter April 29 to May 5.
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Iowa State professor said targeting advertising with facial recognition software is coming to a sign near you.
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Incidents and calls for service reported to Ankeny Police from April 22 to April 28.
Police blotter May 5 to May 10.
Kids on the Byway Camp starts June 24.
Rob Houk, Anthony Gervais and John Barber receive accolades.
Ankeny School District announces new song for new high school.