Archive for May 2020
Online comments for downtown riverfront improvement project accepted through June 3
An online public input period for the Des Moines River Activation and Possible Dam Modification Project began today, and will continue through June 3. In a news release issued today, the Des Moines Area Metropolitan …
Read MoreKreg Tool begins construction in Ankeny
Construction is underway on Kreg Enterprises Inc.’s new headquarters in Ankeny, with completion expected by fall 2021, company officials said. An official groundbreaking was held two weeks ago on 25 acres near Southeast 77th Street …
Read MoreGuest opinion: Money talks
One of the most common questions I get is, “How do I talk to my parents/children/grandchild about money?”
Most of us have someone in our lives we are worried about and want to help. Sadly, …
Read MoreHistoric Varsity Theater to be sold, renovated and reopened
Prospective new owners of the Varsity Theater at 1207 25th St. plan to renovate the building and add a smaller theater on the second story. The rendering shows what the outside of the 102-year-old structure could look …
Read MoreI-35/80 exit ramp to close for Urban Loop flyover project
Motorists who take Interstate 35/80 and exit at Douglas Avenue may have to find an alternative route starting May 6 as the southbound exit ramp will be closed to widen and reconstruct pavement in the …
Read MoreLillis, Redgate join American Enterprise board
American Enterprise Group Inc., a Des Moines-based insurance holding company, announced it recently appointed Kathy Redgate and Terry Lillis to its board of directors. Redgate, most recently executive vice president and adviser to the CEO …
Read MoreDes Moines partners with ag and conservation groups on flood reduction and water quality projects
The city of Des Moines, along with state agriculture and conservation groups, is partnering on projects totaling nearly $59 million in the North Raccoon and Des Moines River watersheds to improve water quality and reduce …
Read MoreReport: More Iowans have degrees, but fewer going to college
The percentage of Iowans with a college degree is growing, even as college enrollment rates are falling, according to the biennial Condition of Higher Education report just released by Iowa College Aid. As of 2017, …
Read MoreOn-farm jobs and training offered through Practical Farmers’ Labor4Learning program
Practical Farmers of Iowa has 10 on-farm paid job openings with experienced farmers across the state willing to provide additional training on what it takes to run a farm business, the organization announced this week. …
Read MoreWhat is the Key to Sales During a Pandemic?
BY ROWENA CROSBIE, president, Tero International
COVID-19 is causing unprecedented change in every industry, profession, and in everyone’s personal life. Changes for the sales professional and the sales process are no exception.
How do we …
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