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Ankeny, Iowa
Population: 27,117
Located in Polk County
Its major industries include John Deere, Tone's Spices and Casey's Central Warehousing. The community is young and growing. The population has more than doubled since 1970.
Ankeny offers a family-oriented community with less crime and lower taxes. Ankeny is home to 25 churches and numerous community groups, several health care centers, and a variety of shopping areas and family oriented entertainment options.
Ankeny has a lot in the way of recreational cultural facilities; 3 golf courses, 3 swimming pools; 10 tennis courts; 12 parks; 1 country club; 1 community theater. The 5,900 acre Saylorville Dam project west of the city provides opportunities for hiking, boating, swimming, biking, camping, and fishing.
Ankeny presents a Summer Fest. This is a community wide celebration, with a Grand Parade, local talent show competition, games for all ages and fireworks. Celebration in Brass, this is a Drum Corps International drum and bugle corps competition sponsored by the Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce. The Aviation Expo is one of the world's most unique aviation events. The Ankeny Arts Council event brings craft exhibitors from all over Iowa.
Families moving to this community can find the right home at the right price, whether you're looking your first home or an elegant residence. Also available are town homes, apartments and condominiums.
Ankeny operates one of the finest public school systems in the country. Music and sports regularly rank among the best in the state and is a great source of pride for the community. Colleges available are Des Moines Area Community College and Faith Baptist Bible College and seminary.
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