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Ames in Focus: The Art of Letting Go with Susan Gwiasda and Merry Rankin
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- Jul 21, 2026
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Summary
Rummage RAMPage is back for its 10th year, giving residents an easy way to declutter, shop for bargains, support local nonprofits, and keep thousands of reusable items out of the landfill. In this episode of Ames in Focus, Bill Gebhart sits down with Iowa State University Director of Sustainability Merry Rankin and City of Ames Communications and Outreach Manager Susan Gwiasda to discuss one of the community's biggest sustainability events. They share how Rummage RAMPage has grown over the past decade, why it plays such an important role in reducing waste, and how every donation and purchase helps support local nonprofit organizations. Whether you're cleaning out your home, furnishing an apartment, or searching for a unique find, this episode will help you understand how Rummage RAMPage benefits both the community and the environment. In this episode: The history and purpose of Rummage RAMPage How the event keeps usable items out of the landfill How donations and shopping support local nonprofit organizations What can and cannot be donated Important dates, donation information, and what's new for this year's event Tips for shoppers looking for great bargains The 10th annual Rummage RAMPage runs Friday, July 24 through Saturday, August 1 at the Ames Intermodal Facility, 129 Hayward Avenue. To learn more, view donation guidelines, schedule a pickup, or find shopping hours, visit www.CityofAmes.org/RummageRAMPage.