Archive for November 2017
Hy-Vee pulls back on Austin distribution center
Hy-Vee Inc. said today it is delaying its timeline on the potential construction of a new distribution center in Austin, Minn., as it adjusts to changing market demands. “Over the next several years, we will …
Read MoreNov. 17: Brenton Skating Plaza opening
About: Santa will arrive at 6 p.m. and will be lighting the tree at 6:05. Ice carving begins at 6:30.
Costs to skate: Adult: $8; child/senior: (60+) $5; skate rental: $4.50; skate aids: $5; and …
Reports: Iowan Sam Clovis encouraged Papadopoulos’ Russia meeting
Des Moines Register: Sam Clovis, an Iowa political operative and Donald Trump’s presidential campaign co-chairman, encouraged a low-level campaign representative to pursue a meeting with Russian officials. “Make the trip, if it is feasible,” Clovis wrote …
Read MoreVoya Financial rebounds to profitable third quarter
Voya Financial Inc. on Tuesday announced net income available to common shareholders of $149 million, or 81 cents per diluted share, compared with a year-ago net loss of $248 million, or $1.24 per share. The improvement …
Read MoreSurvey: Midwest business conditions improve
Creighton University’s monthly survey of business leaders hints that economic conditions have improved slightly in nine Midwestern states, including Iowa, the Associated Press reported. Today’s report on the Mid-America Business Conditions Index rose to 58.8 in October …
Read MoreSurvey: Self-funded health plans grow in popularity
As organizations begin to assess options for group health coverage in 2018, new data out this week could help provide some perspective. Employer premiums on health care plans rose higher this year than they have …
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