Archive for August 2012
Unemployment claims increased nationally last week
Claims increased by 8,000, or 2 percent, according to a release.
The four-week average …
Read MoreRyko to remain in Iowa
RykoSolutions Inc. completed a sale leaseback of its facility in Grimes yesterday.
The company said in a release that it is committed to keeping a location in Iowa.
The lease was for 20 years, according …
Read MoreEvelyn K. Davis Center to open
The Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families will hold a grand opening ceremony from 5 to 7 p.m. tomorrow at the center at 801 University Ave.
The workforce support center will help residents through …
Read MoreSauer-Danfoss reports loss in sales
Ames-based Sauer-Danfoss Inc. reported a decline of 8 percent in net sales of its mobile hydraulics for the second quarter, over the second quarter of 2011.
When adjusted for changes in translation rates, the company …
Read More2012 Women of Influence Winner: Christie Vilsack
Democratic congressional candidate, Iowa
This may be the first time Christie Vilsack is running for political office, but it certainly isn’t her first time hitting the campaign trail.
Vilsack, 62, has helped others run for …
Read MoreVilsack designates 42 counties disaster areas
Federal Reserve expected to announce more action
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke and …
Read MoreExpanded health insurance coverage for women effective today
Wesley Day and Trilix combine
Advertising agencies Wesley Day and Co. and Trilix have combined in an agreement that becomes official today.
Founded in 1949, West Des Moines-based Wesley Day has served Iowa brands such as Shazam Inc. and WHO …
Read MoreCoaches want more youth mentors
Football coaches from the University of Iowa, Iowa State University and University of Northern Iowa are teaming up with coaches around the Midwest to encourage people to get involved with their community as a mentor. …
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