Archive for May 2018
Business groups praise Iowa Legislature’s tax cuts, other action
The Iowa Legislature adjourned Saturday after passing a tax system overhaul long sought by business groups.
Iowa had been dinged in some business conditions ratings because the tax code had elements that made the corporate …
State revamps Targeted Small Business Program
Hotel Grinnell owner recognized by rural development group
Angela Harrington received Iowa Rural Development Council’s Impact on Place honor for her work developing Hotel Grinnell, a converted 97-year-old junior high school in the city, according to a release. The school’s former classrooms now …
Read MoreIWLC hires director of marketing and strategic development
Iowa Women Lead Change has announced the hiring of Amy Eaton as the organization’s director of marketing and strategic development. A native of Perry, Eaton spent the past nine years as client services director at …
Read MoreGuest Opinion: Building a strong case for women in construction
Quick check: Where is construction on your list of potential careers to explore? If you’re like many other women, it may be nowhere near the top of your list. In fact, it may not even …
Read MoreGuest Opinion: Making a difference where you are
How do I serve on a nonprofit board? How does my nonprofit find new board members? In my role at the Community Foundation, these are common questions I hear during our trainings on board service …
Read MoreStudy: Voters, candidates and #MeToo
According to new research, a majority of voters say they take the issue of sexual harassment seriously and it is one that will influence their voting decisions this year.
A recent study by the Barbara …
Rockwell Collins acquisition gets EU approval
Cedar Rapids Gazette: The acquisition of Rockwell Collins has received approval by the European Union, but it will require Rockwell and its buyer to sell or get rid of some of their business. The European Commission, …
Read MoreNewLink Genetics cuts losses in first quarter
Ames-based biopharmaceutical company NewLink Genetics reported a net loss of $18.3 million for the quarter ended March 31, or 49 cents per common share, compared with a loss of $20.9 million, or 72 cents per …
Read MoreEMC reports first-quarter loss
EMC Insurance Group Inc. reported a first-quarter net loss of $76,000, or zero cents per share, compared with net income of $6.8 million, or 32 cents per share, for the first quarter of 2017. Included in the …
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