Did you miss the Puppies in the Park at Prairie Trail event this summer? It’s not to late to get in on the fun. Pick up a copy of the Prairie Trail magazine and read more about it. Or, watch this video and enjoy the summer memories.
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Lights, camera, action!
Did you wonder what was going on this summer when the streetscape was bathed in lights? Just prep for the annual Prairie Trail magazine. Find a copy at your local Hy-Vee, Fareway or Dahl’s Food Store while they last! These homes are gorgeous! View the Homeowners Stories here and check back as we continue to […]
Prairie Trail is brewing with Fall fun!
The beautiful fall weather this weekend was made to order. Of course homebuilding is in full swing. Front doors are decorated…see more on the Front Door photo gallery….and Halloween plans are in progress. Don’t forget beggars night starts at 6pm Thursday, Oct 30. It was a perfect weekend for a run, walk or ride […]
Fong’s Pizza to open in The District at Prairie Trail
August 28, 2014 (Ankeny, IA) – Ankeny’s Prairie Trail will be home to a Fong’s Pizza by next spring. The second location of Fong’s marks the first time a Full Court Press, Inc establishment has added a second location and chosen a business address outside of Des Moines. “Ankeny is experiencing a great deal of […]
Congrats Doggie Photo Contest Winners!
….and the winners are: First Place Prize: $300 gift certificate to PetSmart courtesy of UnityPoint Clinic at Prairie Trail goes to Boomer and his family! Second Place Prize: $125 Canine Craze Gift Certificate goes to Tater and his family! Third Place Prize: $50 Brown Dog Bakery Gift Box goes to Jeter and his family! Best Doggie […]
Front Doors at Prairie Trail
A perfectly manicured lawn, beautiful wood beams spanning the width of the house and a bright pop of color welcoming you inside. Curb appeal can mean a lot of things when looking at a new house, and a beautiful front door is sure to catch your eye. When designing a house at Prairie Trail, there are […]
Hy-Vee dietitians mentor healthy lifestyle
Imagine living in a community that is designed to have a positive impact on your health and wellbeing. Imagine living in a community intentionally developed as a collaboration between residents, businesses, schools and public services. This is the foundation of Prairie Trail in Ankeny, Iowa. Research shows that your environment significantly impacts your overall health […]
IA Dept of Education recognizes Prairie Trail Elementary
The Iowa Department of Education recently honored Prairie Trail Elementary with the Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) Emerging Schools Award for their work to implement the PBIS program. PBIS is an evidence-based, data-driven framework proven to reduce disciplinary incidents, increase a school’s sense of safety and support improved academic outcomes. More than 19,000 schools in the United States are […]
Living Connected
May is National Bike Month. A month to celebrate the power of cycling for play, health, the environment and even work. Yes, that’s right, we said work. Commuting to work by bike is a growing trend and one that is already being embraced by Prairie Trail residents like Marc Weston. Starting each spring, Weston commutes to […]
Simpson College moves to Prairie Trail
Exceptional education is an important part of the Prairie Trail lifestyle, making the planned urban development in Ankeny a perfect fit for the new Simpson College. Simpson is moving from its current Ankeny location into new facilities in The District at Prairie Trail in time for Fall semester. The new Simpson location will be on the second level of […]