The ACLU of Iowa is holding a community meeting on Wed, Oct 28 from 6:30-7:30 pm at DMACC Building 24-Health Sciences for residents interested in learning more about Ankeny's use of Flock cameras. We will discuss city-specific information and what residents can do to curb mass surveillance in Ankeny.

Here's a registration link (not required to attend, but helpful for estimating attendance and follow-up communications)

More and more examples of the harms posed by Flock cameras and other automated license plate readers (ALPRs) are coming to light every day. Mistaken plate scans result in guns drawn, police track their romantic partners, and federal agencies search our data for their own purposes. In the midst of this, cities around the country are rejecting the use of these cameras. Ankeny should join them.

Learn more about ALPRs and the ACLU of Iowa's work on them here.

Out of an Ankeny garage, a mother-son duo builds instruments with accessibility in mind, aiding folks with chronic pain, vision loss, arthritis, and so much more.

had breakfast with the girls this morning, they are so nice and caring. i recommend this spot to anyone who wants a quick bite to eat in the morning

Are there any early voting places in Ankeny this week or next?

This is probably a long shot but I’m looking for a new job in Des Moines, west Des Moines, or Ankeny.

I’m in my 20s and have only ever done childcare jobs. I don’t have a college degree but I have many years of experience with children specifically special needs children such as autistic or high risk behavioral kids. I’m wondering if there’s anyone looking for a nanny or possibly a few people looking for a constant babysitter or support person. I’ve worked with all ages from toddlers to 17 year olds.

Does anyone have any advice or maybe know someone who might want a person with that specific kind of experience around?

I (30M) am looking to see if Ankeny has a chess club. If not, I’m willing to meet up at a coffee shop once a week and start one to make new friends and get out of the house more! Any recommendations would be great

been out to saylorville beaches and the old railroad tracks by carney marsh. Curious about other places that are legal

i had heard from one of the nearby chiropractic clinics that the city is planning to put a traffic light where the all way stop signs are posted. Curious if anyone knows any truth to this and honestly your opinions about it in general

Anyone see what the hell the sign said?

I could only make out the last line “to China”

I’m looking for someone to do a couple tailoring jobs — putting thumb holes in a sweatshirt and repairing the inner lining of a leather jacket. Ankeny Tailor wasn’t able to help with either. Are there any other tailors in the immediate area that might be able to help? Anyone out of home that does work? Thanks!

Saw this on 415; they turned into DMACC.

WTH. It a waste of resources. I know people see it as an easy A but colleges
Don’t look at that grade.

I never ever do this shit and this is an incredible long shot BUT yesterday while I was driving I saw the most gorgeous man I’ve ever seen walking by the Fareway on Ankeny blvd by 36th street around 4:30 ish I think. He had on a black tank top and sweatpants. If you happen to be him please feel free to dm lol

Ankeny location permanently closed, wtf!?

I just moved to the area and am looking for somewhere to get my haircut. I have straight, non treated hair, but I like to get layers and face framing and i dont trust Great Clips type salons to do that right. I also like hairdressers that see a vision, and help me decide what to do.

Any suggestions?

Is the Ankeny Popeye's ever open anymore? It's always randomly closed.

New to the group, curious if anyone has any solid daycare recommendations that can take in a 5 year old. Everyone seems crazy expensive or they're just trying to collect a paycheck.

I had a really good one for the past two years but they're moving.