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Fly your flags proudly, Ames! It’s almost Independence Day! THE LEAD-UP Start your holiday weekend with a trip to the Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market or North Grand  Farmers’ Market, where you’ll find fresh produce and baked goods – perfect for your July 4 barbecue. Both markets are held Saturday morning from 8 a.m. to…

Music lovers have a reason to celebrate this summer in Ames. No fewer than eight outdoor venues will be rockin’ the area starting in June – and they won’t break the bank. Most are free or require a minimal entrance fee. Let’s start with the offerings at Bandshell Park: On Thursday nights, Ames Municipal Band…