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Secretary of state announces Cybersecurity Working Group

Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate announced formation of the Iowa Election Cybersecurity Working Group on Friday, which will identify challenges to election cybersecurity and potential solutions ahead of the 2018 elections, Pate said. The …

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Business groups praise Iowa Legislature’s tax cuts, other action

The Iowa Legislature adjourned Saturday after passing a tax system overhaul long sought by business groups.

Iowa had been dinged in some business conditions ratings because the tax code had elements that made the corporate …

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State revamps Targeted Small Business Program

The state has developed a new online application portal and an upgraded online directory for the Targeted Small Business program. The program is designed to help women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and service-disabled veterans start and expand small…
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Hotel Grinnell owner recognized by rural development group

Angela Harrington received Iowa Rural Development Council’s Impact on Place honor for her work developing Hotel Grinnell, a converted 97-year-old junior high school in the city, according to a release. The school’s former classrooms now …

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IWLC hires director of marketing and strategic development

Iowa Women Lead Change has announced the hiring of Amy Eaton as the organization’s director of marketing and strategic development. A native of Perry, Eaton spent the past nine years as client services director at …

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Guest Opinion: Building a strong case for women in construction

Quick check: Where is construction on your list of potential careers to explore? If you’re like many other women, it may be nowhere near the top of your list. In fact, it may not even …

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Guest Opinion: Making a difference where you are

How do I serve on a nonprofit board? How does my nonprofit find new board members? In my role at the Community Foundation, these are common questions I hear during our trainings on board service …

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Study: Voters, candidates and #MeToo

According to new research, a majority of voters say they take the issue of sexual harassment seriously and it is one that will influence their voting decisions this year.

A recent study by the Barbara …

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Rockwell Collins acquisition gets EU approval

Cedar Rapids Gazette: The acquisition of Rockwell Collins has received approval by the European Union, but it will require Rockwell and its buyer to sell or get rid of some of their business. The European Commission, …

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NewLink Genetics cuts losses in first quarter

Ames-based biopharmaceutical company NewLink Genetics reported a net loss of $18.3 million for the quarter ended March 31, or 49 cents per common share, compared with a loss of $20.9 million, or 72 cents per …