Archive for June 2023
Iowa Western Community College receives $1M career academy grant
Iowa Western Community College was awarded a $1 million competitive grant through the Career Academy Incentive Fund to prepare more high school students for success in college, postsecondary training and the workforce. The college will …
Read MoreNFIB survey shows continued concerns with future of business conditions
Although less severe than last year, continued concerns about supply chain disruptions and labor shortages have small business owners concerned about future business conditions, according to a survey released Tuesday by the National Federation of …
Read MoreClemens Building in downtown Des Moines sold for $8.75 million
Property in the heart of downtown Des Moines that includes the Clemens Building has been sold to two entities based in New York City, Polk County real estate records show.
The Clemens Building in downtown…Read MoreDes Moines council OKs demolition of Kaleidoscope at the Hub
Plans are moving forward to redevelop property at 515 Walnut St., the site of the now vacant indoor mall, food court and office building called Kaleidoscope at the Hub.
515 Walnut LLC, managed by Joseph …
Read MoreBondurant site achieves ‘certified’ status; ready to be developed
A 68-acre site in Bondurant has achieved certification through the Iowa Certified Sites Program, sponsored by the state’s Economic Development Authority.
The site, located east of U.S. Highway 65 and south of Northeast 78th Street, …
Read MoreCentral Iowa Shelter & Services offering Des Moines youths free summer meals
Central Iowa Shelter & Services is offering free meals to Des Moines youths during the summer through its Community Kitchen. Meals will be provided at various sites, including parks, schools, and community locations. No registration …
Read MoreAtlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Co. announces two leadership promotions
Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Co.’s CEO Robert Feeney announced the promotion of two individuals to key leadership roles within the company. Kris Martins, who previously served as chief financial officer, has been promoted to chief operating …
Read MoreArtists sought for downtown murals
Operation Downtown and the Greater Des Moines Public Art Foundation are seeking artists or artist teams to create captivating murals beneath the Ninth Street viaduct in downtown Des Moines. The project aims to revitalize the …
Read MoreDelta Dental of Iowa announces interim leadership
Two Delta Dental of Iowa senior vice presidents have been tapped as interim co-CEOs, the company announced.
The move was made to fill the vacancy created when former president and CEO Jeff Russell resigned to …
Read MoreNeumann Brothers announces 2023 nonprofit recipients of Heart Fund
Des Moines contractor Neumann Brothers recently awarded $25,000 to Iowa organizations through the Neumann Heart Fund. Recipients, including Blue Star Mothers and Boys and Girls Club, each received a $2,500 grant. The fund, now in …
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