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Concerns over jobless numbers continue as Iowa economy inches into growth territory

Iowa’s economy climbed back into growth territory in July, although concerns remain as job losses continue to mount with expectations that high unemployment will persist for several more months, according to the Mid America Business …

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NOTEBOOK – ONE GOOD READ: U.S. sawmills unprepared for home building, remodeling boom

In July, the Business Record reported that 25% more building permits for single-family houses were issued during the first half of 2020 compared with the same period a year ago.

Nationally, the number of single-family building permits …

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Deere plans additional job cuts with smart industrial redesign

More salaried positions will be eliminated at Deere and Co., the Cedar Rapids Gazette reported. The plan is part of the manufacturer’s previously announced Smart Industrial Redesign; the company did not specify how many positions would be …

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Iowa Arts Summit registration opens

Registration is open for the virtual Iowa Arts Summit, to be held Friday by the Iowa Arts Council. This year’s attendees can register for the full day or a single session to hear speakers on topics …

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Iowa’s economic activity continued to slow in June but at a slower pace than previous months, new report shows

A monthly index of leading indicators tracked by the Iowa Department of Revenue continues to see declines in the state’s economic activity, but declines in June were considerably less than what was experienced in March …

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NOTABLE TRANSACTIONS: Bankers group buys land in Urbandale for office building

The following real estate transactions in Polk and Dallas counties were recorded between July 27-31.

Iowa Bankers Insurance and Services Inc., based in Johnston, paid Mid-America Investment Co. $1.14 million for 6 acres at 8901 Northpark…
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PROJECT UPDATE: Midtown Redevelopment

Developer Joe Cordaro plans to build two four-story mixed-use buildings in the 1200 block of Eighth Street in West Des Moines. Each building, which would be located on the east side of the street, would …

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$6.7 million in improvements made this year at 801 Grand tower

Nearly $6.7 million in interior improvements have been made – or are being made – to downtown Des Moines’ tallest building, a review of commercial building permits issued in the first half of 2020 shows.…
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More than $30 million in new infrastructure needed in Des Moines’ Market District before redevelopment can begin

A conceptual drawing of an 11-block area of Des Moines’ Market District that is proposed to be redeveloped. Rendering by Design Workshop   A proposal to redevelop an aged industrial area east of the Des Moines…
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Registration open for Des Moines Walk to End Alzheimer’s

The Des Moines Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place on Aug. 29, but instead of hosting a large gathering, the Alzheimer’s Association is encouraging participants to walk as individuals or in small groups on …