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Story City Profile

Located less than 15 minutes from Ames and Iowa State University, Story City is a progressive and active community offering a quality mix of retailers, restaurants, industry, and services, as well as a variety of year-round festivals and events. Families, volunteers, businesses, and community organizations work together to complement the exceptional school system, dynamic employment market, beautiful surroundings and diverse recreational opportunities.

Story City offers amenities that include a historic movie theater, art studio, antique carousel, tennis courts, a recreation center, museums, golf course, and canoe/kayak river access. As a Main Street Iowa Community, Story City takes great pride in its historically preserved and vibrant downtown, with walking accessibility to groceries, medical facilities, shopping, and restaurants.