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Creighton Business Conditions Index starts 2025 above growth-neutral
The Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index began the new year above growth-neutral, climbing from 48.7 in December 2024 to 51.1 in January. The index, covering a nine-state region from Minnesota to Arkansas, ranges from …
Read MoreFong’s to move to former Peace Tree building
MPO announced public input opportunities for transportation safety projects
The Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization is seeking public input on safety projects it should pursue for grant funding, and has scheduled opportunities for the public to weigh in.
The public can give their …
Read MoreApplications for fourth cohort of HealthConnect Fellowship now open
Mid-Iowa Health Foundation has announced the opening of applications for its fourth cohort of the HealthConnect Fellowship. The HealthConnect Fellowship is an 18-month initiative that provides funding, educational opportunities, collaboration and mentorship to develop solutions …
Read MoreKinzler Corp. acquires Michigan insulation company
Kinzler Corp., an employee-owned family of construction services companies based in Ankeny, has acquired Leading Edge Insulation Services, a Michigan-based residential and commercial insulation company with locations in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. According to a …
Read MoreWellabe expanding Medicare supplement insurance options
Wellabe, an Iowa-based provider of health and wealth insurance, expanded its Medicare Supplement insurance options to new states on Feb 1., including California, Maryland and New Jersey, making the options available in a total of …
Read MoreFractional services firm launches in Des Moines
Leverage4, a Des Moines-based broker of independent contractors, freelancers and fractional services, has announced its launch in the Des Moines market. According to a news release, the company’s business model aims to provide an alternative …
Read MoreEllipsis CEO Chris Koepplin stepping down
Chris Koepplin, CEO of Ellipsis, a nonprofit organization that provides youth and family support services, announced that she plans to step down as CEO after three years in the role. Koepplin, who has 30 years …
Read MoreIowa Pork Producers Association announces 2025 Iowa Pork Youth Leadership Team
The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) announced Amanda Ostrem, Calla Langel and Brady Allan as the members of the 2025 Iowa Pork Youth Leadership Team. Ostrem, a sophomore at Des Moines Area Community College, was …
Read MoreBill authorizing $1 million for Iowa Double Up Food Bucks would provide first-time state aid for program
A bill that would authorize $1 million in state funding for the first time for the Double Up Food Bucks program — an initiative that provides a 1-to-1 match to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) …
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