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Des Moines International Airport introduces Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program

The Des Moines International Airport announced the new Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, joining an international initiative to support individuals with hidden disabilities. A press release said the program provides a subtle way for individuals with disabilities that may go unnoticed —such as autism, dementia or sensory processing disorders — to signal their need for additional…

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Veridian announces recipients of $90,000 in Giving Tuesday donations

Veridian Credit Union has awarded $90,000 in Giving Tuesday donations to 16 organizations across Iowa, Nebraska and Minnesota in celebration of its 90th anniversary. The public nominated organizations for the campaign, which were drawn at random to receive the donations. Three organizations in each of the credit union’s five market areas received $5,000. In the…

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Pella Corp. names Videtto president, COO

Pella Corp. announced Tuesday the appointment of Emily Videtto to the role of president and chief operating officer. In addition to continued oversight of Pella’s sales and marketing, general management and innovation, Videtto’s expanded responsibilities will include manufacturing, engineering and supply chain, a news release said. Videtto joined Pella in 2016 as chief marketing officer and became…

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Drake University introduces sports media and communication major

Drake University has announced a new sports media and communication major beginning in fall 2025. A press release said the coursework for the new major will introduce students to sports principles, publicity and promotions, in addition to sports reporting and sports production. “Students who engage in our School of Journalism and Mass Communication have long…

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Polk County names next health department director

Juliann Van Liew, currently a director with the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, has been named Polk County Health Department’s director. Van Liew, who will be paid $150,260 annually, begins her new position on Dec. 18. She will train with current Director Helen Eddy, who is retiring in mid-January. Van Liew has spent…

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West Des Moines approves Grand Experience development agreement

The West Des Moines City Council this week gave its nod to an agreement with the developer behind the $400 million multiuse Grand Experience, a project that city officials said will spur other development and create amenities that will help companies draw and retain talent to the region. The council voted Monday evening to approve…

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