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Water Works switches to DM River to avoid nitrate

Des Moines Water Works is pulling most of the drinking water for its 500,000 customers from the Des Moines River and from shallow groundwater near the treatment plant to avoid running its nitrate-removal system, said…
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Galligan installed as president of Iowa Association of Justice

The Iowa Association for Justice installed new executive officers and board members of its Board of Governors during its recent convention in Des Moines. The organization also recognized 2015 award winners and raised funds and …

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MidAmerican plans tallest wind turbine in nation

MidAmerican Energy Co. announced plans to install its first concrete wind-turbine tower — at 377 feet it’s one of the tallest in the country — at its new wind farm in Adams County. The extra …

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Website: Des Moines housing and pay rock for young professionals

Des Moines ranked fourth nationally among U.S. cities in setting young professionals up to get rich, the website moneyunder30.com reported. The site looked at affordable housing and above-average salaries for 18- to 34-year-olds. Des Moines drew praise …

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Event Nov. 19: ARL marketer Filer speaks at leadership luncheon

Stephanie Filer, who oversees fundraising and marketing for the Animal Rescue League of Iowa, will speak at the Des Moines Leadership Network luncheon Thursday, Nov. 19, from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Des …

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Police and fire pension system announces employer rate reduction

The Municipal Fire and Police Retirement System of Iowa announced today a significant reduction in the employer contribution rate effective July 1, 2016, a move that will benefit 49 municipalities across the state. The retirement …

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Mike Knapp steps down as Iowa Realty CEO

R. Michael Knapp Iowa Realty Co. Inc., the state’s largest real estate company and once one of its top developers, announced today that R. Michael Knapp will step down as president and CEO and take…
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IEDA looks to hire state economist

The Iowa Economic Development Authority wants to hire a state economist, a position that was eliminated 15 years ago, The Des Moines Register reported. Director Debi Durham said she will ask Gov. Terry Branstad to include $200,000…
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Nominations open for Live United awards

United Way of Central Iowa seeks nominations for Live United Recognition, the organization’s annual tribute to those organizations and individuals who give, advocate and volunteer to improve lives and build a stronger community. Nominations will …

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Deal to buy Meredith complicated by buyout offer

Media General Inc. has rejected a nearly $1.9 billion buyout offer from Nexstar Broadcasting Group Inc. but agreed to engage in talks to find a deal, according to KCCI.com. Media General previously made a $2.4 billion offer …

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