Archive for December 2016
Be merry and choose a charity
Des Moines digital marketing company Blue Compass has teamed up with four local charities to raise $1,000 for one of those organizations through its Be Merry and Choose a Charity contest. Through Dec. 18, anyone can …
Read MoreRegents to review ISU aircraft audit, Leath on Monday
The Iowa Board of Regents will review the results of an audit of Iowa State University’s Flight Service during a meeting scheduled Monday in Ankeny. The board announced that it will also conduct an evaluation …
Read MoreEPA lake study finds runoff pollution, toxic algae
Report: Legalized marijuana from other states affecting Iowa
Easier access to more powerful forms of marijuana from states that have legalized the addictive drug is having a negative impact on an increasing number of Iowans, according to Steve Lukan, director of the Governor’s …
Read MoreCedar Rapids approves 4-inch topsoil rule
The city of Cedar Rapids this week passed an ordinance requiring developers to leave 4 inches of topsoil on lots after construction, the Iowa Chapter of Sierra Club reported. The law allows 3 inches of topsoil, counting …
Read MoreHealth insurance enrollment fair scheduled Dec. 12
Dec. 15 is the last day for individuals to enroll in or change insurance plans through the federal health insurance Marketplace for coverage to start Jan. 1. The Polk County Health Department, Planned Parenthood of …
Read MoreAmerican Advertising Awards contest entries open
The American Advertising Awards will accept entries through 5 p.m Dec. 16. The awards recognize exceptional advertising in the Greater Des Moines area in all media. The competition is part of a three-level national contest. …
Read MoreAmes Lab, Oak Ridge to study 3-D printing powders
Ames Laboratory and Oak Ridge National Laboratory have received a $5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to improve metal alloy powders used in additive manufacturing, also known as 3-D printing. “The project will improve …
Read MoreIowa Business Council names Van Gundy as executive director
Athene USA parent company raises $1.1B in IPO