Archive for January 2020
Iowa rises to middle of the pack in U-Haul migration study
Corridor Business Journal: Iowa rose 11 spots in 2019 to become “the No. 30 Growth State in America,” according to the latest U-Haul data analyzing U.S. migration trends. Iowa ranked No. 41 on the annual list …
Read MoreDes Moines Community Playhouse begins production of ‘The Diary of Anne Frank’
The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents the drama “The Diary of Anne Frank” Jan. 24-Feb 9. The script draws from previously unpublished parts of Anne Frank’s real-life diary as Anne and three family members hide in …
Read MoreRegistration and sponsorships available for Global Insurance Symposium
The Global Insurance Symposium has opened registration and sponsorship opportunities for the 2020 symposium, which will be held April 21-23 in Des Moines. About 700 insurance and technology leaders from around the globe are expected …
Read MoreSecretary of state launches digital outreach efforts to survivors of human trafficking
Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate announced the launch of a new digital outreach effort to inform survivors of human trafficking and stalking about resources available to them. Two videos promoting the Safe at Homeconfidentiality program will …
Read MoreRAGBRAI, in mea culpa over past philanthropic practices, commits more to Iowa charities
Cedar Rapids Gazette: Following a messy few months for one of Iowa’s iconic institutions, RAGBRAI has committed to give more than $300,000 to Iowa communities and charities this year and $1 million a year within the …
Read MorePolk supervisors announce gift for renovation of halfway house for addiction treatment
The Polk County Board of Supervisors announced a $58,000 gift to Prelude Behavioral Services earmarked for the Bernie Lorenz Recovery House to support infrastructure improvements. The Bernie Lorenz Recovery House is a 90-day transitional living …
Read MoreFive insurers approved to offer short-term health plans; more coming
The Iowa Insurance Division has approved five carriers to sell short-term limited duration health plans in 2020, and is working with several other insurers to approve their plans, the agency announced. The plans can provide an affordable …
Read MoreBell Brothers announces ownership, leadership succession
Jason Gassmann, president of Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. in Des Moines, is now the sole owner of the business after purchasing it from his father, Chuck Gassmann. Jason Gassmann has been with Bell Brothers …
Read MorePROJECT STATUS UPDATE: 680 Eighth St.
A five-story building at 680 Eighth St. in downtown Des Moines is being torn down. The property is owned by Principal Financial Group, which has not announced plans for the property’s future use. Photo by Kathy …
Clive retail store not part of massive Bed Bath & Beyond transaction
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. this week announced that it had completed a sale-leaseback transaction with an affiliate of Oak Street Real Estate Capital, which generated more than $250 million in net proceeds. The transaction included the …
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