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Iowa Files lecture series begins on Sept. 8
The West Des Moines Historical Society will host the Iowa Files, a free public lecture series, in partnership with the West Des Moines Public Library, for a sixth year. The series kicks off Sept. 8 …
Read MoreHodges named president of new Bank Iowa location
Bank Iowa has named TJ Hodges community bank president of its new location in Johnston. Hodges has more than 10 years of experience in commercial and business lending roles in the Des Moines …
Read More62 housing projects proposed in Iowa awarded state housing tax credits
MSA Professional Services names Nick Wagner as next CEO
MSA Professional Services Inc., a multidisciplinary consulting firm with locations around the Midwest, has announced Nick Wagner will be promoted to the role of chief executive officer, effective Jan. 1. Wagner will succeed CEO Gil …
Read MoreNeumann Brothers accepting applications for 2024 Heart Fund grants
Neumann Brothers Inc., a Des Moines-based general contractor, is now accepting applications for its annual Neumann Heart Fund grant program. The employee-led charitable initiative will award $20,000 to Central Iowa nonprofits this coming October. Iowa …
Read MoreProposed soccer stadium project takes step forward with final application to IEDA
The Iowa Soccer Development Foundation has submitted its final application for state funding to the Iowa Economic Development Authority, hoping to secure …
Read MoreYSS announces Rooftop Garden program
YSS will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday to introduce Rooftop Gardens, a new initiative providing paid apprenticeship opportunities to youths who are at risk of experiencing homelessness. YSS Rooftop Gardens features six hydroponic farms …
Read MorePercipio Workforce Solutions announces partnership with Hire DSM
Percipio Workforce Solutions, a Des Moines-based staffing company, has announced a new strategic partnership with Hire DSM, a workforce recruiting firm located in West Des Moines. Percipio Workforce Solutions will take over leadership of Hire …
Read MoreInc. 5000 list features 22 Iowa companies
The 2024 Inc. 5000 list includes 22 Iowa companies from across the state. All companies on the list are ranked according to their percentage revenue growth over the past three years. The Iowa honorees were …
Read MoreIowa Finance Authority, IEDA announce 2025 Iowa Thriving Communities
The Iowa Finance Authority and Iowa Economic Development Authority announced Council Bluffs, Des Moines, Fort Dodge, Mason City, Newton and Waterloo have received 2025 Iowa Thriving Communities designations, which highlight the efforts of Iowa communities …
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