Archive for April 2012
Social Money announces expansion, hiring plans
Social Money Systems has entered into a lease agreement to more than double its existing office space in West Des Moines and plans to hire approximately 35 more employees this year, the company said.
Social …
Read MoreHomeownership hits lowest level in 15 years
The U.S. Census Bureau said today that the homeownership rate fell to the lowest level in 15 years in the first quarter as borrowers lost homes to foreclosure and tighter inventory and credit kept buyers …
Read MoreWorld Food Prize Foundation hosts STEM event for students
The World Food Prize Foundation is hosting an event today for high school students and teachers who are interested in science, agriculture, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects. The event, called the Iowa Youth Institute, is …
Read MoreBusiness activity slowed in March, according to report
Business activity in the U.S. expanded in April at the slowest pace since the end of 2009, according to the the Institute for Supply Management-Chicago Inc., Bloomberg reported. The reading of 56.2 was lower than …
Read MoreKarl Chevrolet gives $200,000 to Ankeny’s Miracle League field and playground
Karl Chevrolet said it has donated $200,000 Ankeny’s Miracle League Field and all-inclusive playground project. Karl Chevrolet’s donation, the largest to date for the project, brings the total amount raised to more than $315,000 during …
Read MoreMicrosoft will invest in Barnes & Noble digital products
Microsoft Corp. will invest $300 million in Barnes & Noble Inc.’s digital and college businesses, valuing them at $1.7 billion, Reuters reported.
Microsoft will get a 17.6 percent stake in the new unit, and Barnes …
Read MoreConsumer spending, incomes and savings advanced in March
Consumer spending climbed in March after the biggest gain since August 2009, and incomes picked up, indicating the biggest part of the economy will help sustain the expansion, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce, …
Read MoreMetro Waste accepting applications for environmental projects
Metro Waste Authority is accepting applications for grants to support environmental projects, such as clean ups, rain gardens and recycling projects. With the competitive grant, recipients can receive up to $2,500 for projects. Applications must …
Read MoreDes Moines Social Club and Midwestix sign three-year contract
Midwestix has been selected as the exclusive ticketing service provider for the Des Moines Social Club located in downtown Des Moines. Midwestix and the Des Moines Social Club will extend their long-standing relationship with a …
Read MoreSunoco takes step to leave oil refining business
Pipeline operator Energy Transfer Partners LP said it will buy Sunoco Inc. for $5.3 billion in stock and cash to get into the more lucrative crude oil transportation business as natural gas prices stay weak, …
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