Roughly 325 people gathered on Medina Square July 17 to make their voices heard and to celebrate the life of civil rights activist and U.S. Congressman John Lewis.

A group of Ames residents gathered Thursday, July 17 in Ames as part of the nationwide 'Good Trouble Lives On' protests in honor of John Lewis.

Many Americans are feeling disillusioned with the state of the country. The life and legacy of Rep. John Lewis provides a window of inspiration of how hope triumphs all. Do not allow despair to make you throw up your hands,

Hundreds attended a Unity Park protest organized by local progressive groups as part of a national day of action to honor the late John Lewis

The gatherings invoked the Civil Rights leader’s memory while offering another venue for groups protesting the Trump administration this year.

The event was one in an ongoing series of protests against President Donald Trump, this one on the anniversary of civil rights icon John Lewis' death.

These reductions will create real challenges for all health systems, including ours,” said Mary Mannix, President and CEO of Augusta Health.