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State awards $24M in grants for literacy efforts
Gov. Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Department of Education announced over $24 million in subgrants to support Iowa school districts and public charter schools in developing and implementing plans to improve student reading proficiency. The …
Read MoreMeals from the Heartland to host fifth annual charity golf tournament
Meals from the Heartland will host its fifth annual charity golf tournament on June 19 at Beaver Creek Golf Club in Grimes. The event, open to individual players or groups of four, includes lunch and …
Read MoreBusinesses split on PBM bill sent to governor
A bill that aims to help pharmacists with rising costs has been met with opposition from business groups claiming the legislation will raise health care costs for employers and their employees.
The Iowa House and …
Read MoreTop 4 finalists announced for 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Iowa
The Iowa Association of Business and Industry has named four finalists in its 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Iowa competition. The finalists are:
Butter Braid Pastry – Country Maid, Inc., West Bend CHC Chocolate Pump…Read MoreExile Brewing wins gold at 2025 World Beer Cup
Exile Brewing Co. won gold at the World Beer Cup in the Munich-style dunkel beer category for its beer titled G.G. Exile’s brew was selected in a field of 8,375 entries from 1,761 breweries across …
Read MoreNew affordable housing model planned in Central Iowa
A community land trust, whose goal is to provide …
Read MoreSimpson College begins search for interim president
Simpson College announced it has begun its search for an interim president after former President Jay Byers died April 17. A specific search timeline has not been established, but the Simpson board of trustees expects …
Read MoreBusiness Record announces 2025 Women of Influence
Bottom row (from left): Christina Moffatt, Jackie Norris, Dawn Refsell, Kimberly Baeth, Courtney Shaw.
The Business Record is proud to …
Read MoreDouble Up Food Bucks expands to all Fareway locations in Iowa
The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative’s Double Up Food Bucks program has expanded its partnership with Fareway to offer the program at every Fareway location in Iowa. The addition of 76 Fareway stores will make the …
Read MoreCity of Des Moines receives LEED platinum certification for climate resiliency
The city of Des Moines has announced it received LEED Platinum certification through the U.S. Green Building Council. The LEED for Cities rating system recognizes local governments worldwide that have demonstrated commitment to sustainability and …
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