My name is Troy Rutter and I was born and raised in Ames, Iowa. I will be your guide to the most interesting and useful information about Ames and Central Iowa right here on DiscoverAmes.com!

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Welcome to Ames, Iowa!

Welcome to DiscoverAmes.com, a resource for residents, visitors, and the curious looking for information on Ames, Iowa. This web site was put together to bring all aspects of the community under one roof. There is no shortage of web sites claiming to be the "Ames Directory" or "Digital City." DiscoverAmes.com is run by a single person who was born in Ames and continues to call the city home.

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