Posts by sbogaards
Fox River Mills to close down, laying off 105
Sock manufacturer Fox River had private-label contracts with many nationally recognized companies, such as Carhartt, to produce socks, hats and other items. Now it’s closing its factory in Osage, 30 miles northeast of Mason City. …
Read More3E names new director of marketing
3E, an electrical engineering and equipment company, has announced the promotion of Matthew Chatman to director of marketing. In his new role, Chatman will lead marketing campaigns, and support vendor relationships. “I’m honored to step …
Read MoreState awards grants to rural Iowa businesses improving food access and services
Rural grocers and food producers are among eight recipients of the latest Rural Innovation Grants announced by the Iowa Economic Development Authority. The grants, awarded through the Governor’s Empower Rural Iowa Initiative, total $72,624 and …
Read MoreIowa Supportive Housing Institute concludes inaugural program
The Iowa Finance Authority and Corporation for Supportive Housing have announced the conclusion of the inaugural Iowa Supportive Housing Institute, a five-month training program aimed at expanding the pipeline of supportive housing projects across the state. The …
Read MoreIowan to lead American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society and its advocacy affiliate the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network announced Iowa State University alumnus Shane Jacobson as the new CEO of both organizations. He will begin this role August …
Read MoreAmes Regional Economic Alliance expands work to Greene County
The Ames Regional Economic Alliance is continuing to expand its regional economic development work with a new partnership with the Greene County Development Corporation.
Today’s announcement comes a year after the then Ames Chamber of …
American Equity, city of Des Moines, eye early 2026 for move to former Nationwide building
2 new speculative warehouses under construction in Bondurant
UPDATE: City Council approves RFP for armory, sharing agreement with county for parking lot redevelopment
The Des Moines City Council has voted to issue a request for proposals on …
Read MoreNew parking garage at DSM International Airport opens
