Archive for August 2019
Jarvey on new courthouse: ‘Beautiful, functional, wonderful’
Federal and local dignitaries took part in a groundbreaking ceremony today for the new federal courthouse planned at 101 Locust St. Photo by Kathy A. Bolten
The new U.S. district federal courthouse that will be located…Read MoreNOTEBOOK – One Good Read: Self-driving cars get test in rain
Waymo is testing its self-driving cars in Florida’s substantial rain, engadget reports. The Chrysler Pacificas and Jaguar I-Paces will have their cameras, radar and other guidance systems checked. “Heavy rain can create a lot of noise …
Read MoreHawkeye Hotels expands portfolio with Pittsburgh acquisition
Corridor Business Journal: Coralville-based Hawkeye Hotels has closed on the acquisition of a Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton near Pittsburgh, in a move that expands its footprint in the northeastern United States. Hawkeye Hotels is …
Read More2020 Book of Lists calendar submissions due Sept. 20
Our 2020 Book of Lists is just around the corner. Featured in the Book of Lists is a curated calendar of key business, nonprofit and cultural events of interest to the Greater Des Moines business …
Read MoreUnited Way of Central Iowa names nine new board members
United Way of Central Iowa announced Tuesday that its board of directors has approved the addition of nine members for two-year terms. Nora Everett, retired president of Retirement and Income Solutions at Principal Financial Group, …
Read MoreThe Stelter Co. announces succession plans
The Stelter Co. in Des Moines has named two third-generation family members to lead the company, with support from a newly appointed executive leadership team as part of a succession plan. The company’s owners, Larry Stelter and …
Read More$101 million entertainment district proposed in Waukee
Construction of a 90,000-square-foot building with office space, event center, gymnasium and restaurant is scheduled to begin in September. The building, located in the 2500 block of S.E. Encompass Drive in Waukee, is part of 12 acres Daniel Pettit is …
Read MoreNov. 7: Celebration of Excellence
Host: NAWBO Iowa
About: Please join NAWBO Iowa for an annual luncheon of inspiration, celebration and recognition for women in business. This year, NAWBO will be honoring Lynn Schreder with the Legacy Award, Bobbi Segura …
Heartland Express acquires Wisconsin tractor, trailer business
Cedar Rapids Gazette: North Liberty-based Heartland Express announced its acquisition of Millis Transfer and its related companies for approximately $150 million, including debt. A dry van operator headquartered in Black River Falls, Wis., Millis Transfer operates …
Read MoreBoot Barn purchases G&L Clothing in Des Moines
Des Moines Register: It’s the end of an over 100-year-old retail legacy in Des Moines. Boot Barn, a clothing and shoe retailer known for its western-style apparel, purchased G&L Clothing, a local retailer in Des Moines …
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