Celebrate Iowa Gala set for Dec. 9

The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs will host its Celebrate Iowa Gala on Dec. 9 to raise funds for the State Historical Society of Iowa. According to a news release, the gala, in its 11th …

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$35 million apartment project underway in Waukee

Site work is underway in Waukee on a four-story, 174-unit apartment project that will include a rooftop pool and climate-controlled underground parking.

“This is a big impact project for Waukee,” said Nick Jensen, owner of …

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Waukee to host annual WinterFest

On Dec. 2 Waukee will be hosting its free annual WinterFest celebration in the Downtown Triangle. Downtown businesses will host open houses from 4-8 p.m. The rest of the festivities kick off at 6 p.m. …

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Jon Kallen’s journey to Des Moines

Jon Kallen grew up in the Southeastern United States, and only drove through Iowa for mountain climbing trips in Colorado and Wyoming. That changed when he was offered a job as an attorney with MidAmerican …

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Above and beyond group health plans

The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is growing more than lush green plants, exotic tropical flowers and restful outdoor tree-lined walkways. The nonprofit organization has also developed a vibrant employee well-being program that, with the …

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