7 May 2021
On this episode of Ames Responds to COvid-19 we speak with Ames Police Department's Interim Police Chief, Geoff Huff about opportunities to learn more about and get help for mental health crisis situations in the Ames area.
Do you have a Covid-19 related question? Email us at covid19@CityofAmes.org and we will work your question into a future episode. Thanks for watching!
Do you have a Covid-19 related question? Email us at covid19@CityofAmes.org and we will work your question into a future episode. Thanks for watching!
- 2 participants
- 6 minutes

23 Apr 2021
On this episode of Ames Responds to Covid-19, we speak with Ames Parks and Recreation director, Keith Abraham about the status for programs and recreational facilities (including Furman Aquatic Center) as we head into summer.
Do you have a covid-19 related question? Send your question to covid19@CityofAmes.org and we will work your question into a future episode. Thanks for watching!
Do you have a covid-19 related question? Send your question to covid19@CityofAmes.org and we will work your question into a future episode. Thanks for watching!
- 2 participants
- 6 minutes

26 Feb 2021
On this episode of Ames Responds to Covid-19, we talk with Mary Greeley Medical Center's Steve Sullivan about the covid-19 vaccine, the tiered rollout structure and where you can find more information.
Do you have a Covid-19 related question? Just send us an email at covid19@CityofAmes.org and we will work your question into a future program. Thanks for watching.
Do you have a Covid-19 related question? Just send us an email at covid19@CityofAmes.org and we will work your question into a future program. Thanks for watching.
- 2 participants
- 7 minutes

12 Feb 2021
On this episode of Ames Responds to Covid-19, we speak with the City Attorney Mark Lambert about the Governor's removal of the statewide face-covering mandate and what that means for Ames and Story County.
- 2 participants
- 6 minutes

30 Jan 2021
On this episode of Ames Responds, we talk to Mary Greeley Medical Center's, Steve Sullivan about the phases of Covid-19 vaccinations. Story County is currently finishing up with the 1A tier and will begin with 1B tier beginning February 1st, and Steve provides us with an idea of what the public should expect and how to be proactive.
Do you have a Covid-19 related question? Send us an email at covid19@cityofames.org and we will answer your question in a future episode.
Do you have a Covid-19 related question? Send us an email at covid19@cityofames.org and we will answer your question in a future episode.
- 2 participants
- 7 minutes

22 Jan 2021
On this episode of Ames Responds to Covid-19, we talk with Ames Fire Department Chief, Rich Higgins, about the Covid Vaccine rollout and websites to get current and updated information. Do you have a Covid-19 related question? Email us at covid19@cityofames.org and we will work your question into a future episode. Thanks for watching.
- 2 participants
- 6 minutes

1 Jan 2021
On this episode of Ames Responds to Covid-19, we talk with Ames Fire Department Chief, Rich Higgins, about the AFD First Responders getting the Covid-19 vaccine. Then, Steve Sullivan from Mary Greeley Medical Center gives us insight on when the vaccine will be made available for everyone.
Do you have a Covid-19 related question? Email us at covid19@CityofAmes.org and we will work your question into a future episode. Thanks for watching!
Do you have a Covid-19 related question? Email us at covid19@CityofAmes.org and we will work your question into a future episode. Thanks for watching!
- 3 participants
- 5 minutes

18 Dec 2020
On this episode of Ames Responds to Covid-19, we talk with Steve Sullivan of Mary Greeley Medical Center about Covid-19 vaccines, where to get information regarding the vaccines and the importance of continuing to follow the four pillars of Cyclones Care.
Do you have a Covid-19 related question? Email us at covid19@CityofAmes.org and we will work your question into a future episode. Thanks for watching!
Do you have a Covid-19 related question? Email us at covid19@CityofAmes.org and we will work your question into a future episode. Thanks for watching!
- 2 participants
- 7 minutes

27 Nov 2020
In this episode of Ames Responds to Covid-19, we talk with Ames City Attorney, Mark Lambert, about the recent proclamation by Iowa Governor, Kim Reynolds. We also speak with the City of Ames Health Promotions Coordinator, Andrea Cardenas, about trends that we are seeing in the spread of Covid-19. If you have Covid-19 related questions, please email them to covid19@cityofames.org and we will try to incorporate them into a future show.
- 3 participants
- 7 minutes

6 Nov 2020
On this week's episode of Ames Responds, we talk to Andrea Cardenas the Health Promotion Coordinator for the City of Ames about the rise in positive Covid-19 cases and ways that we can help the numbers decline. She also discusses the importance of this year's flu shot. We also speak with City of Ames Attorney, Mark Lambert about the Face Covering Mandate that is an ordinance in the City of Ames and also county-wide by Story County.
Do you have a covid-19 related question? If you do, please email us at covid19@CityofAmes.org and we can put your question in to a future episode.
Do you have a covid-19 related question? If you do, please email us at covid19@CityofAmes.org and we can put your question in to a future episode.
- 3 participants
- 9 minutes

23 Oct 2020
On this week's episode, we will be speaking with @Ames Police Department Commander Jason Tuttle about the educational opportunities surrounding the City Council's Face Covering Mandate. Also, @Iowa State University's Director of Student Wellness, Brian Vanderheyden discusses the Party Smart campaign focusing on hosting safer social gatherings. If you have a Covid-19 related question, please email covid19@cityofames.org. Your question may be featured on a future episode.
- 3 participants
- 8 minutes

12 Oct 2020
On this episode of Ames Responds to Covid-19, we will talk about the newly opened Test Iowa Clinic in Ames and the return of students to Iowa State (@IowaStateU) with Steve Sullivan of Mary Greeley Medical Center (@marygreeleymedicalcenter). We will also discuss the recently passed face-Covering Ordinance with City Attorney, Mark Lambert.
- 3 participants
- 10 minutes

25 Sep 2020
In This Episode of Ames Responds to Covid-19, we speak with Steve Sullivan from the Mary Greeley Medical Center about the Test Iowa site, Mary Greeley's visitor policies and the Covid-19 numbers in Story County. Also, Vanessa Baker-Latimer joins us to talk about the Mortgage, Rent and Utilities Assistance available through the City. Last, some information about this year's Trick of treating night in Ames.
- 3 participants
- 10 minutes

21 Aug 2020
On this episode of Ames Responds to Covid-19, we speak with Erin Rosacker with Iowa State University's Office of Strategic Relations and Communications about the Cyclones Care Initiative and how that impacts students and the City of Ames.
- 2 participants
- 7 minutes

31 Jul 2020
On this episode of Ames Responds to Covid-19, we talk with Steve Sullivan, with Mary Greeley Medical Center, about the gradual increase in Covid-19 cases and significant increase in medical patients (non Covid-19) and how the hospital is dealing with the influx of patients. Also, we speak with Andrea Cardenas, with the City of Ames, about her role in contact tracing.
- 3 participants
- 10 minutes

24 Jul 2020
On this episode of Ames Responds to Covid-19, we talk with Erin Rosacker, with the Office of Strategic Relations and Communications at Iowa State University (@IowaStateU), about a county-wide public health campaign called Cyclones Care. Cyclones Care is a universal effort ,focusing on four pillars, to promote healthy decision making throughout Story County.
- 2 participants
- 8 minutes

3 Jul 2020
This episode of “Ames Responds to COVID-19” we talk to City of Ames Fleet and Facilities Director Corey Mellies about the reopening of City facilities, what to expect, and how the City monitors community activity to make decisions on additional reopening.
- 2 participants
- 9 minutes

26 Jun 2020
In this week’s episode of “Ames Responds to COVID-19,” we talk with Ames Fire Chief and City of Ames virus response coordinator Rich Higgins (@AmesFireDepartment) about ways to continue to keep ourselves and loved ones safe and working toward reducing the curve of new COVID-19 cases. We also talk with @marygreeleymedicalcenter's Steve Sullivan about what to do if you feel like you should be tested for COVID-19.
- 3 participants
- 10 minutes

19 Jun 2020
In this week’s episode of “Ames Responds to COVID-19,” we talk with @McFarlandClinic about virus updates and we get some insight into the increasing number of positive cases locally from Ames Fire Chief and City of Ames virus response coordinator Rich Higgins @AmesFireDepartment.
- 3 participants
- 13 minutes

12 Jun 2020
In this latest episode of “Ames Responds to COVID-19,” we’ll learn more from Steve Sullivan with @marygreeleymedicalcenter about how COVID test results are reported in Story County. Also, Ames City Attorney Mark Lambert explains some of the recent updates to Governor Kim Reynolds’ proclamations about pandemic restrictions. Finally, Merry Rankin, Director of Sustainability at Iowa State University (@ISUlivegreen) shares information about a creek cleanup in June that lets volunteers get outside and give back to the community.
- 4 participants
- 13 minutes

5 Jun 2020
In this episode of “Ames Responds to COVID-19” learn about programs available for rent and utilities assistance being formulated by the City of Ames. Housing Coordinator Vanessa Baker-Latimer explains. Also, Steve Sullivan with @marygreeleymedicalcenter talks about how the community has shown appreciation to frontline health care works. Finally, City of Ames Fleet and Facilities Director Corey Mellies discusses the steps necessary to get public buildings ready to reopen.
- 4 participants
- 11 minutes

29 May 2020
In the latest episode of “Ames Responds to COVID-19” we hear from Crystal Davis of the Ames Convention and Visitors Bureau (@CytesofAmes) about the tough decision to cancel the Independence Day fireworks. Also, Bill Schmitt with the @AmesPublicWorks Resource Recovery Plant shares that some residential services have restarted. Listen to Sarah Merrill discuss virtual orientation plans @IowaStateU this summer. Finally, Keith Abraham with @AmesParksRecreation summarizes what public facilities will open soon and which ones will remain closed.
- 5 participants
- 13 minutes

22 May 2020
The next episode of “Ames Responds to COVID-19” includes comments by Dan Culhane from the @AmesChamber about businesses in Ames beginning to reopen; some thoughts by Crystal Davis with Ames Convention and Visitors Bureaus (@CytesofAmes) about events this summer, and City Attorney Mark Lambert explains how Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds’ directives affect City of Ames policies.
- 4 participants
- 12 minutes

15 May 2020
In the latest edition of “Ames Responds to COVID-19” learn more about several updates from the City of Ames, ISU, and Mary Greeley Medical Center.
Daniel Hartwig, ISU Special Collections and University Archive, shares how to get involved in an @iowastateu program to archive life during the COVID-19 pandemic for future generations. Steve Sullivan with @marygreeleymedicalcenter discusses the return to out-patient surgery at the hospital, and @amesparksrecreation Director Keith Abraham gives an update on from the Ames City Council on the future of opening City facilities.
Daniel Hartwig, ISU Special Collections and University Archive, shares how to get involved in an @iowastateu program to archive life during the COVID-19 pandemic for future generations. Steve Sullivan with @marygreeleymedicalcenter discusses the return to out-patient surgery at the hospital, and @amesparksrecreation Director Keith Abraham gives an update on from the Ames City Council on the future of opening City facilities.
- 4 participants
- 18 minutes

8 May 2020
In the latest episode of “Ames Responds to COVID-19,” learn more about resources available to help deal with pandemic-related stress from Kathy Johnson with Central Iowa Community Services. Also, Andrew Perry, with @mcfarlandclinic, reminds residents not to put off seeking medical attention. Heath care professionals want to see all patients and are taking precautions to ensure patient safety. Chief Michael Newton, with @isupd, gives an update on University plans and outreach, and @amesfire Chief Rich Higgins discusses the ongoing community collaboration that is going on behind the scenes to keep people safe during the pandemic.
If you have a question for Ames Responds, leave a comment. We’ll try to include your question in a future episode.
#StaySafe #COVIDupdates #AmesResponds #StrongerTogether #SmartChoice
If you have a question for Ames Responds, leave a comment. We’ll try to include your question in a future episode.
#StaySafe #COVIDupdates #AmesResponds #StrongerTogether #SmartChoice
- 5 participants
- 22 minutes

1 May 2020
Panelists from Ames Water Plant, Story County Board of Supervisors, and Iowa State University discuss official responses to COVID-19.
- 5 participants
- 15 minutes

1 May 2020
In the next episode of Ames Responds to COVID-19, we’ll talk to ISU Extension about resources for families struggling with finances, and we’ll check in with the Story County auditor on how to vote in the June 2 primary. Also, the Ames Public Library director will discuss ongoing outreach efforts, and the Ames Animal Shelter provides an update on how to adopt animals and how our pets are handling the COVID-19 pandemic.
If you have a question you’d like to see on a future episode, email us at covid19@cityofames.org.
If you have a question you’d like to see on a future episode, email us at covid19@cityofames.org.
- 5 participants
- 22 minutes

17 Apr 2020
Panelists from Ames Police Department, Mary Geerly Medical Center, and McFarland Clinic discuss official responses to COVID-19.
- 4 participants
- 12 minutes

14 Apr 2020
Ames Mayor John Haila suggests five ways you can help our community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, we will get through this!
#pandemicstrong #SupportEachOther #together #stayhealthy #smartchoice
#pandemicstrong #SupportEachOther #together #stayhealthy #smartchoice
- 1 participant
- 4 minutes

8 Apr 2020
Are City utilities prepared to continue to serve residents? Ames Mayor John Haila provides some information on how the City of Ames is responding to the COVID-19 pandemic in his latest video update. Again, citizens should do their part to stay healthy. Practice safe, social distance. Please help us #flattenthecurve
- 1 participant
- 5 minutes
