Archive for March 2023
Tippie College, Concord Coalition to discuss federal spending
The University of Iowa’s Tippie College of Business will host two public discussions in collaboration with the Concord Coalition on federal spending, the future of Social Security, and health care cost control. The first event, …
Read MorePalmer Group promotes Leto to CEO
West Des Moines-based employment agency Palmer Group announced Monday that President David Leto has been promoted to chief executive officer. According to a news release, the newly created position is part of Palmer …
Read MoreHealthy Birth Day Inc. to host webinar on Black maternal health solutions
As part of Black Maternal Health Week, Healthy Birth Day Inc. will be hosting a webinar on Black maternal mortality and morbidity on April 13. Healthy Birth Day board member and Georgia-based infant health care …
Read MoreVerizon expands 5G network in Iowa
Verizon announced that Ames, Cedar Rapids and Iowa City can now access its 5G Ultra Wideband network. The service areas include downtown Iowa City and the University of Iowa campus, downtown Ames and the Iowa …
Read MorePi515 announces 2023 Community Awards recipients; Wimer to receive Legacy Award
Pi515, a youth- and community-based nonprofit in Des Moines, has announced the recipients of its 2023 Community Awards, which recognize corporations or organizations that demonstrate a consistent commitment to supporting youths and their …
Read MoreWomen in Agriculture Day reception to be held March 23
Gov. Kim Reynolds will be signing a proclamation declaring March 23 as “Women in Agriculture Day in Iowa.” This marks the fourth year that Stine Seed Co. has partnered with the Iowa FFA Foundation, the …
Read MoreIEDA board approves awards, Newton reinvestment district plan
The Iowa Economic Development Authority Board has awarded financial assistance to two companies that will help in the creation and retention of 69 jobs and result in a $102 million capital investment for the state.…
Read MoreT-Mobile unveils Perry as one of the next 25 Hometown Grant recipients
T-Mobile has announced Perry as one of its 25 Hometown Grant recipients, with a $20,000 grant going toward installing an ADA-compliant playground at Wiese Park that will allow children of all abilities to play together …
Read MoreVermeer named founding family of University of Northern Iowa Family Business Center
Vermeer, a family-owned industrial and agricultural equipment manufacturing company headquartered in Pella, has announced its partnership with the University of Northern Iowa’s Family Business Center. As a founding family of the program, Vermeer will provide …
Read MoreSkate DSM to continue program to give free skateboards to kids
Skate DSM announced that it will continue its “Get on Board Project” in 2023, providing free skateboards, helmets and instruction to eligible Des Moines-area children in grades K-8. The program, which aims to remove barriers …
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