The 82-acre city park has a rich history, which was once home to a zoo, a temporary skating rink, and a suspension bridge. How did Brookside Park come to life in Ames? The city purchased the east ...

A new firehouse-themed playground is coming to Brookside Park in Ames, Iowa, complementing the existing antique fire truck. The $150,000 playground, a partnership between the city and Ames Noon ...