Archive for May 2020
Norris steps down at CEO of Goodwill of Central Iowa
Jackie Norris submitted her resignation as the president and CEO of Goodwill of Central Iowa, according to an email from the organization. “Goodwill is taking some time to determine our path forward and to look …
Read MoreRural Mainstreet index creeps up in May as farm economy continues to suffer
Creighton University’s Rural Mainstreet Index rose slightly in May from April’s record low behind a weakened farm economy, according to a report released Thursday.
The report gauges the rural economy by surveying bank presidents and …
DMPA to offer virtual classes, camps this summer
Des Moines Performing Arts recently announced virtual summer classes and camps in place of in-person ones for this summer. Eight virtual classes and camp models will be offered this summer: Tiny Tales, Theater in a …
Read MoreSurvey seeks input on branding for Central Iowa Water Trails
Community feedback is being sought for branding of the Central Iowa Water Trails Project, the Greater Des Moines Partnership announced in a news release. To help achieve branding and marketing goals, project organizers have welcomed …
Read MoreNOTEBOOK: Essman poll gauges Iowan’s feelings about COVID-19
Over the past two months, we’ve all found new ways to communicate, new ways to work, and at times we have felt the pinch of isolation caused by social distancing as we work to keep …
Read MoreKemPharm stock delisted from Nasdaq
KemPharm, a specialty pharmaceutical company with operations in Coralville, has been delisted from trading on the Nasdaq market, effective at the beginning of trading today. The company will trade under its same ticker symbol, “KMPH,” …
Read More8 big ideas for recovery
Impact of COVID-19 on cities, county
Thousands of Iowa workers have been laid off or furloughed from jobs since mid-March because of the emergence of the novel coronavirus.
While much attention has been paid to workers at restaurants, retail stores and …
Read MoreReimagining Douglas Avenue corridor
When Brian O’Leary was a youngster, Douglas Avenue in northwest Des Moines was the place to go to have a good time.
There was bowling at Plaza Lanes and afterward a bite to eat at …
Read MoreThe Elbert Files: Franken and Hughes
Mike Franken is a blunt-talking, common-sense candidate for U.S. Senate, the likes of which Iowa Democrats have not seen since Harold Hughes left public life in 1975.
Hughes spent six years as Iowa’s governor and …
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