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Kemin’s expansion project grows by 6%
Kemin Industries Inc.’s proposal to expand its footprint in Des Moines has gotten larger.
In February, Kemin revealed plans to build a $28 million warehouse at Southeast 23rd and Maury streets, south of Martin Luther …
MPO seeks public comment on transportation safety plan
The Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization is seeking public input as it develops a comprehensive safety plan to improve the safety of people driving, biking, walking and using public transit in the region. The …
Read MoreLeaders’ outlooks lean positive amid ‘shifting’ landscape, ABI quarterly survey finds
The results of the latest quarterly business survey sent to the Iowa Association of Business and Industry’s board members provided insight into leaders’ strategies and priorities heading into the second quarter as they navigate a …
Read MoreCentral Iowa health organizations, partners launch Community Health Needs Assessment
Multiple Central Iowa health organizations and community partners have joined forces to launch the 2024 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), aimed at gathering valuable insights into the health needs and priorities of residents in Central …
Read MoreIowa Architectural Foundation announces 35th anniversary celebration event
The Iowa Architectural Foundation (IAF) announced it will celebrate its 35th anniversary with the Encore | IAF 35 Gala on Friday, May 3, at the Des Moines Heritage Center in the East Village. A projection …
Read MoreRegistration open for summer DSM Intern Connection events
The Greater Des Moines Partnership has announced the dates for the intern professional development series, DSM Intern Connection. The series will feature opportunities for college-aged interns to connect with community leaders and executives, as well …
Read MoreVal Air Ballroom in West Des Moines reopens on Sunday
Sam Summers …
Read MoreKemin plans $28 million expansion with addition of new warehouse
Drake’s Ron and Jane Olson Institute for Public Democracy establishes practitioner in residence program
Drake University announced a $1 million gift from Patty and Jim Cownie that will allow the Ron and Jane Olson Institute for Public Democracy to establish the Patty and Jim Cownie Practitioner in Residence program. …
Read MoreBusiness owners speak out against anti-trans bills at Statehouse
Bills that are trying to strip rights away from members of the LGBTQ community are continuing to hurt Iowa and its efforts to retain and attract top talent, owners of small businesses in Valley Junction …
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