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Oct. 16: 16th Annual Glanton Dinner

Host: Des Moines University
About: The annual fundraiser for the Glanton Fund is an opportunity for the university to honor individuals who have inspired and opened doors for others. Please join us in celebrating and …
By BPC Staff | Sep 4, 2019
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EPA levies $71,400 fine for diesel spill near Peosta

Radio Iowa: Federal officials say BP has agreed to pay a fine of more than $71,000 for a diesel fuel spill last year in northeast Iowa. The spill at BP North America Products near Peosta happened …
By BPC Staff | Sep 4, 2019
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Volunteer tutors needed at DMACC Adult Literacy Center

The Adult Literacy Center at the DMACC Urban Campus is in need of volunteer tutors, Des Moines Area Community College announced this week. The ALC serves adults who need to improve their reading, writing or …
By BPC Staff | Sep 4, 2019
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Wells Enterprises to expand west with purchase of Nevada ice cream maker

Wells Enterprises of Le Mars says it will purchase an ice cream manufacturer in Henderson, Nev., that will expand its manufacturing capacity and give it a presence in the western United States, reports Radio Iowa. The …
By BPC Staff | Sep 4, 2019
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Huyser to lead Lely North America

Chad Huyser has been named a regional director of Lely International and president of Lely North America, which is based in Pella. Huyser will lead all of Lely’s North American efforts and serve as one of …
By BPC Staff | Sep 4, 2019
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Survey: Midwest manufacturing slumps

Manufacturing in the Midwest slumped in August after 32 months of growth, Creighton University found in its monthly survey of supply managers in nine states.

The Mid-America Business Conditions Index for Iowa fell to 49.7 in August …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Sep 4, 2019
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Sept. 12: Rosé Soirée

Host: Broadlawns Medical Center Foundation 
About: The evening will consist of a lovely vineyard party with live music featuring musicians from the Sons of Gladys Kravitz, hors d’oeuvres from the Tangerine Food Co. and cookies …
By BPC Staff | Sep 3, 2019
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ISU joins project to address issues faced by female faculty in STEM fields

Iowa State University is working with three other Midwestern universities in a project to help more women find faculty success in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields, the university announced. Cinzia Cervato, a Morrill professor …
By BPC Staff | Sep 3, 2019
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JA Golf Classic reaches new fundraising record in 25th year

Nearly 200 golfers participated in the 25th Annual JA Golf Classic, the annual fundraising event of Junior Achievement of Central Iowa. Sponsorships and donations in support of programs that promote entrepreneurship, career and work readiness …
By BPC Staff | Sep 3, 2019
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Christensen launches boutique marketing firm

Daphne Christensen, a marketing professional with more than 20 years of experience, has launched Prep Marketing Co. in Des Moines. Christensen said her goal as a boutique marketing firm is to provide personalized, cost-effective service to small …
By BPC Staff | Sep 3, 2019