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Well-known downtown restaurant manager dies

William Carvalho, who managed many downtown Des Moines restaurants, died Tuesday, the Des Moines Register reported. Carvalho managed Proof restaurant for the past seven months and previously worked at Americana, Django, Raccoon River Brewing Co., Centro and …
By BPC Staff | Jul 9, 2015
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Several downtown streets to close for 80/35 Music Festival

Because of the 80/35 Music Festival, scheduled July 10-11, several downtown streets near Western Gateway Park will close this weekend, a majority of which close today and reopen Monday morning. Among the street closures are …
By BPC Staff | Jul 9, 2015
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Art Over Wine event to benefit low-income families

Rebuilding Together Greater Des Moines will host its annual Art Over Wine Event on July 14 from 5 to 7 p.m. The event will be held at Jasper Winery, located at 2400 George Flagg Parkway, …
By BPC Staff | Jul 9, 2015
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Elevate Iowa nominations open through Aug. 1

The Iowa Association of Business and Industry’s Elevate Iowa program is accepting nominations for the Legends in Iowa Manufacturing awards through Aug. 1. The awards dinner will be Sept. 29. Nominees may be key company leaders, past …
By BPC Staff | Jul 9, 2015
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Home show starts this weekend

Up to 13,000 people are expected to tour eight homes priced from $534,500 to $850,000 over the next three weekends at the Estates at Prairie Trail in Ankeny.

This is the 40th year for the …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Jul 9, 2015
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Miller releases details of Chase settlement

Iowa’s share of a multistate restitution by Chase Bank USA and Chase BankCard Services Inc. will be nearly  $1.5 million, which includes $1 million in attorney’s fees to Iowa as the lead state attorney general’s …
By BPC Staff | Jul 8, 2015
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Wine Spectator recognizes 5 local restaurants as ‘Best for Wine Lovers’

Several Greater Des Moines restaurants are recipients of Wine Spectator’s 2015 Restaurant Awards, which highlights restaurants around the world that offer the best wine selections for customers. Among those recognized was 801 Chophouse, which received …
By BPC Staff | Jul 8, 2015
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IPR Studio One launches 24-hour stream

Iowa Public Radio today announced the launch of a new 24-hour stream of Studio One, the station’s curated mix of new music and the music that influences it. The IPR Studio One stream will be …
By BPC Staff | Jul 8, 2015
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Windsor Heights adopts ‘complete streets’ policy

The Windsor Heights City Council on Monday adopted a ‘complete streets’ policy to help guide street projects so the routes are safe for drivers, walkers, bicyclists, bus riders and those who use mobility aids. Des Moines, Carlisle …
By BPC Staff | Jul 8, 2015
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DuPont Pioneer opens research center in western Canada

DuPont Pioneer announced today it has opened a new Canadian-based research facility in Lethbridge, Alberta. The facility, which represents a $35 million investment in Canadian dollars, will focus on providing growers additional, higher-value crop choices …
By BPC Staff | Jul 8, 2015