Archive for June 2016
Yankee Doodle food drive kicks off
The eighth annual Yankee Doodle Drive Against Hunger – A Symphony of Caring will run from now until July 5. Nonperishable food items may be dropped off at area Bank of the West or Hy-Vee …
Read MoreWorkforce Development receives $200,000 apprenticeship grant
The U.S. Department of Labor announced today that Iowa will receive a $200,000 ApprenticeshipUSA State Accelerator Grant to expand and expedite apprenticeship programs in Iowa. Iowa Workforce Development will use the grant to help integrate …
Read MoreFrom dsm Weekly: a matter of Principal
The Principal Charity Classic tees off this week at Wakonda Club, reports dsm Magazine’s weekly e-newsletter. The one thing bigger than John Daly’s backswing this week is the tournament’s record of charitable giving. Since 2007, it has …
Read MoreLuther College looks to expand solar
Luther College in Decorah is looking at installing a battery system as part of a solar development after its negotiations with Alliant Energy to hook up solar or combined heat and power failed, Midwest Energy News …
Read MoreNOTEBOOK: Crosbie’s top-notch trademark
Rowena Crosbie’s business training firm, Tero International, was one of the sponsors of the Business Record’s June 1 Power Breakfast on how businesses can prepare for waves of retiring baby boomers. Not surprisingly, Crosbie pitched …
Read MoreHubbell buys apartments in Urbandale, Sioux Falls
MidAmerican Energy sponsors viewing venue at charity golf tourney
MidAmerican Energy Co. is enhancing fan’s viewing experience at this year’sPrincipal Charity Classic golf tournament by creating a stadium-like atmosphere in the picturesque areas around the 16th, 17th and 18th holes at Wakonda Club in Des …
Read MoreState rail, freight plans to be presented June 8
The Iowa Department of Transportation will present the drafts of both the State Rail Plan and the State Freight Plan at an open house Wednesday from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at the Greater Des Moines …
Read MorePrairie Meadows grant for Sixth Avenue housing project
Anawim Housing Inc. has received a $150,000 Prairie Meadows legacy grant toward a $1 million affordable housing project at 1511-1521 Sixth Ave., according to a release. Anawim will fill an empty lot and replace an …
Read MoreBeaverdale Farmers Market moves to Urbandale Avenue
The Beaverdale Farmers Market opens its fifth season Tuesday at a new location. Nearly 40 vendors will set up on Urbandale Avenue between Beaver Avenue and 42nd Street. The street will close at 3 p.m., and the …
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