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What they’re checking out: Week of Apr. 11

As an ongoing feature, staff members at the Des Moines Public Library will recommend a business-related book to add to your reading list. Find this and more books like it at any of the Des …

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A Closer Look: Nicole Crain

Nicole Crain found a good fit in her work at the Iowa Association of Business and Industry as the organization focuses on two of her top career passions: businesses and the state of Iowa.

She …

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On the Move: Week of April 11

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Bondurant art program honored by Iowa City/County Management Association

Bondurant’s public art program has been named Program of the Year by the Iowa City/County Management Association. The award recognizes Bondurant’s approach to integrating public art, cultural initiatives and community wayfinding into everyday city planning. …

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Health Equity Advocate of the Year Award recipient announced

The Iowa Public Health Association announced Mary Nelle Trefz has been selected as the recipient of the Health Equity Advocate of the Year Award. This award recognizes individuals or groups that have made significant contributions …

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Nonprofit serving Type 1 diabetes patients expands to Iowa

Blue Circle Health, a nonprofit organization that provides free clinical care, education and support to adults living with Type 1 diabetes, announced the expansion of its services to Iowa. Blue Circle Health develops a personalized …

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CIRAS’ key federal funding source cut

The Center for Industrial Research and Service at Iowa State University said its largest source of federal funding, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership program, has been cut.

According to an email sent Tuesday from CIRAS Director …

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Commercial property valuations increase in Polk, Dallas counties

The valuation of commercial properties in Polk County rose an average of 11.7% this year, an increase that is less than what occurred during revaluations in 2023.

Commercial property in Dallas County saw an average …

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Landus co-op names interim CEO after Carstens steps down

Landus, a Des Moines-based agricultural cooperative, has announced Sam Caton as its interim CEO, effective April 8, after Matt Carstens stepped down as president and CEO on April 4, a position he had held for …

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ChildServe hosting 15th annual Bubble Ball fundraiser

ChildServe announced its 15th annual Bubble Ball event will be held April 12 at the EMC Expo Center. The Bubble Ball is ChildServe’s largest fundraising event of the year with proceeds raised benefitting the 5,800 …