Archive for June 2021
Homan to retire as AFSCME leader
Cedar Rapids Gazette: Iowa union leader Danny Homan announced today he plans to end his 16-year run as president of American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Council 61 next month. Homan, 68, an AFSCME …
Read MoreIowa unemployment rate rises slightly as slow recovery from pandemic continues
Des Moines Register: Iowa’s economic recovery continued to be sluggish in May, according to federal data released today. The state added just 800 jobs for the month, continuing a trend of inconsistent growth since November. Iowa …
Read MoreNominations sought for Iowa Finance Authority’s annual housing awards
Nominations are being sought for the 14th annual HousingIowa Awards, which recognize outstanding housing programs, projects and individuals. Nominations for the awards, sponsored by the Iowa Finance Authority, are due July 1. According to a news …
Read MoreIowa DHS to offer additional financial assistance for child care providers
Iowa child care providers will receive additional financial assistance in an effort to maintain quality child care services for families, Gov. Kim Reynolds announced today. The Iowa Department of Human Services has completed an updated …
Read MoreNotary commission renewal filings now available on Iowa’s Fast Track Filing system
Iowa notaries can now renew their notary commissions online through the Fast Track Filing system, Secretary of State Paul Pate announced today. Beginning this week, notaries can file an Application for Renewal of Appointment through the site. …
Read MoreState launches Iowa Center for School Mental Health to support educators
Gov. Kim Reynolds, the Iowa Department of Education and the University of Iowa today announced a partnership aimed at expanding support for mental health, including training, resources and outreach to educators and schools across the …
Read MoreFebruary ransomware attack breached data of nearly 500,000 patients, Wolfe Eye Clinic announces
A ransomware attack against Wolfe Eye Clinic in February may have exposed the personal information of nearly 500,000 past and present patients across the state, the company announced Tuesday.
First detected Feb. 8, the cyberattack …
Reynolds creates task force to look at carbon sequestration policy recommendations
Gov. Kim Reynolds has signed an executive order creating a task force to explore carbon sequestration and opportunities it presents for economic development in Iowa. According to a news release, Reynolds will chair the task force with …
Read MoreOktoberfest returns to downtown Sept. 24-25
Oktoberfest is returning to downtown Des Moines Sept. 24-25 for its 17th year, taking place on Fourth Street south of Court Avenue and part of Market Street. The event features live music, authentic German food, …
Read MoreGreen Room conversation: ‘Creating a Culture of Wellness’ set for July 20
How do you build a company culture centered on physical and emotional wellness? The third edition of “The Green Room,” a conversation series launched by Delta Dental of Iowa, explores the importance and promotion of …
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