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Personal finances shipshape in Des Moines, other Iowa cities

Des Moines residents are in pretty good financial shape, ranking 37th in a study of the financial habits of residents of 265 cities, according to personal finance website NerdWallet. The study was based on average …

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Kum & Go names former Walmart exec as HR VP

Kum & Go has named Krischelle Tennessen as senior vice president of human resources.  “Krischelle has a solid background in human resources, HR analytics, policies and systems, among many other positive qualities,” said President and …

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Events drawing visitors to Greater Des Moines, week of Aug. 10

 

Organization Event Arrival Departure Attendance Meeting Venue City Hy-Vee, Inc. Holiday Show 8/11/2015 8/12/2015 3000 Iowa Events Center Des Moines Knoxville Raceway 55th Annual FVP Knoxville Nationals 8/12/2015 8/15/2015 Knoxville Raceway Knoxville Iowa Hawkeye…
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Survey: D.M.-area YPs want better mass transit

A new Capital Crossroads survey found that young professionals in Greater Des Moines place better public transportation at the top of their wish list for the next five years, ahead of better parks, river access …

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Annual YPC Volunteer Fair scheduled next month

Registration is now open to nonprofits wishing to participate in Young Professional Connection Des Moines’ annual Volunteer Fair. The event, designed to help local nonprofits recruit volunteers and build awareness, will be held Sept. 24 …

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EMC reports gains in operating income, profits

EMC Insurance Group Inc. had operating income of $6.6 million, or 32 cents per share, in the second quarter, compared with an operating loss of $509,000, or 3 cents per share, for the second quarter …

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Simpson seeks comments

Simpson College is soliciting comments about the quality of the school’s programs and offerings as part of its accreditation. The school will host the Higher Learning Commission Oct. 5-6. Simpson College has been accredited by …

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DuPont seed science facility opens in Johnston

DuPont has opened its Integrated Seed Science Center in Johnston. The facility is for developing and testing seed treatment formulations, applications and seed handling techniques. “The Johnston Integrated Seed Science Center ultimately helps us make …

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Midland Building is sold

The Midland Building at 206 Sixth Ave. in downtown Des Moines sold July 28 for $2.1 million. The deed was recorded today. According to Polk County land records, Jeff and Kim Young’s We Can Build …

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IWLC expands Invest in She event to Des Moines

In an effort to support and invest in Iowa female business owners, Iowa Women Lead Change plans to bring its annual Invest in She event to Greater Des Moines.

 

The event, scheduled to take …