Archive for July 2016
DNR offers new grants to address abandoned properties
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources, beginning Aug. 1, will offer communities of fewer than 5,000 people grants to inspect abandoned buildings to check for asbestos and structural weaknesses. “If a building collapses and the …
Read MoreState tech chief Ted Crosbie dies
Ted Crosbie, a retired Monsanto seed executive and Iowa’s chief technology officer, died Saturday after becoming ill July 1 while on vacation at Lake of the Ozarks, according to The Des Moines Register. Crosbie, 65, fell ill …
Read MoreMore woes at Iowa’s new $175 million Fort Madison prison
Des Moines Register: More problems have surfaced at the $175 million new Iowa State Penitentiary in Fort Madison, which opened nearly two years late in 2015 because of construction flaws allegedly caused by bad design work, …
Read MoreSept. 22: Community Youth Concepts Spotlight on Service
Host: Community Youth Concepts
About: The second annual fundraising event will connect you with community leaders who are passionate about volunteer service. Enjoy drinks along with hors d’oeuvres, learn more about CYC and help them sustain…Read More
Recap: Friday’s state loans, tax benefits to Greater Des Moines companies
In addition to approving $4.7 million in tax credits to Microsoft Corp. and nearly $1 million for Holmes Murphy & Associates’ move to Waukee from West Des Moines, the Iowa Economic Development Authority approved awards…Read More
Think Big, Dream Bigger event to span two cities
The Iowa Innovation Corp. is hosting an event next month designed for all existing, future, and potential female business owners.
Think Big, Dream Bigger will take place Aug. 15 in Iowa City and Aug. 16-17 in…Read More
SPEAK UP: The factor that keeps women from pursuing STEM
Women are more likely than men to get discouraged by a particular math class and give up on their quest for a degree preparing them for a career in science, technology or engineering, according to…Read More
Guest Opinion: The proof is in the paycheck … for now
BY DIANE RAMSEY | CEO, Iowa Women Lead Change
I was at my computer recently doing a quick scan of news headlines when one jumped out at me. “How Much You Make Impacts How Much…Read More
SPEAK UP: Why flexibility is no reason to accept lower pay
You tell a prospective employer you need flexibility in your work schedule, and they are willing to accommodate — but it will cost you with a lower salary. It’s easy to see how an applicant…Read More
Iowa Females You Should Remember: Viola Gibson
Editor’s Note: Four weeks ago, we announced four new Iowa Women’s Hall of Fame inductees. We wanted to do a little extra to celebrate their accomplishments, so we are showcasing the nomination information for one…Read More