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Urbandale’s State of the City Address, new flag unveiling happening today
The city of Urbandale is holding its State of the City Address and unveiling its new city flag today at Urbandale Public Library. Urbandale Mayor Robert Andeweg will deliver an update on the city’s progress …
Read MoreDMACC Foundation raises record amount for scholarships
The DMACC Foundation raised a record $500,000 for student scholarships at this year’s CEO Golf Tournament held at Dennis Albaugh’s Talons Golf Course in Ankeny, with participation from 120 executives across 30 teams. Since its …
Read MoreMg Biologics moving forward with $5 million expansion in Ames
An Ames-based biopharmaceutical animal treatments manufacturer and distributor is moving forward with a $5 million expansion of its operation in Boone County over the next three years.
The Iowa Economic Development Authority board voted Friday …
Read MoreIowa Workforce Development invites employers to take work-based learning survey
Iowa Workforce Development is asking employers across the state to complete a brief survey that measures their interest in work-based learning opportunities and partnerships, such as Registered Apprenticeships, Quality Pre-Apprenticeships or internships. To take the …
Read MoreSkyline mural bringing new art to downtown Des Moines
Operation Downtown and the Greater Des Moines Partnership will install a new mural downtown on the east-facing wall at 208 Court Ave. The new mural will showcase the downtown Des Moines skyline and surrounding area …
Read MoreNew Ames Regional Economic Alliance announced
The Ames Chamber of Commerce is being rebranded to keep pace with its growing, regional mission, leaders of the organization announced today.
Eric SmidtThe Ames Chamber of Commerce will be rebranded as the Ames Regional …
Read MorePolk County awards grant funding to Sam Wise Youth Sports Complex
The city of Altoona can finalize phase three of four in a multi-year effort to update the fields and facilities at the Sam Wise Youth Sports Complex with $56,000 in grant funding approved by the …
Read MoreNew survey finds lack of child care creating workforce issue for small businesses
A new national survey from Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Voices released Thursday showed a lack of affordable and accessible child care is a significant barrier to small-business growth. A majority of small-business owners surveyed …
Read MoreBusiness Record wins record number of awards from industry association
The Business Record received awards in eight categories at the Alliance of Area Business Publishers (AABP) 2024 Editorial Excellence Awards on June 21 in Baton Rouge, La. The annual competition, coordinated and judged by faculty …
Read MoreStatewide tourism and hospitality award recipients honored
Iowa Travel Industry Partners (iTIP), a statewide association for Iowa’s tourism and hospitality sector, celebrated the achievements of the industry during the second annual iTIP Awards at its annual meeting on June 11 in Sioux …
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