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Drake searching for caucus documents and mementos

Drake University archivists are seeking memorabilia associated with the Iowa caucuses, and they expect many treasure troves are boxed up in attics, basements and barns throughout the state. The Harkin Institute for Public Policy and …

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Principal named among Best Places to Work in IT

IDG’s Computerworld named Principal Financial Group to its list of the 2015 Best Places to Work in IT, one of 100 top organizations that challenge their information technology staffs while providing great benefits and compensation, MarketWatch …

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Men, want to live longer? Read this article

On average, American men are now living shorter, less healthy lives than females, statistics show, and infrequent visits to the doctor are largely to blame, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention.…

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Riverfront Y debate leads to proposed changes to Des Moines landmark sites process

In the wake of a debate that seemed to pit developers against preservationists, the city of Des Moines is preparing amendments to an ordinance that governs the designation of historic landmarks.

 

If approved by …

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Economic impact of craft beer tops $100M in Iowa

The economic impact of the craft brewing industry in Iowa exceeded $100 million in 2014, according to a study released by the Iowa Wine and Beer Promotion Board.

 

“The craft beer industry is one …

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Eagle View residents could take a swim in a shipping container

In addition to providing a unique solution to controlling stormwater, the proposed Eagle View Lofts project near the Des Moines River is offering a one-of-a-kind swimming pool for future residents. Hansen Real Estate Services brought …

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Bravo awards $3.3 million in cultural enrichment grants

Bravo Greater Des Moines awarded cultural enrichment grants totaling more than $3.3 million to 58 regional arts, culture and heritage organizations, Bravo announced today. This is the largest amount of grant funding awarded by Bravo …

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Hy-Vee assistant V.P. named Retail Dietitian of the Year

Julie McMillin, assistant vice president of retail dietetics at Hy-Vee Inc., has been named the 2015 Retail Dietitian of the Year by the Retail Dietitians Business Alliance. The award recognizes a professional who shows leadership …

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Des Moines oncologist receives recognition

Dr. Roscoe Morton, a partner at Medical Oncology and Hematology Associates of Iowa in Des Moines, was recently named a fellow of the American Society of Clinical Oncology during the 2015 American Society of Clinical …

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Federal grant to help Simpson STEM students

Simpson College has received a $586,784 grant from the National Science Foundation to provide four-year scholarships and other support for 15 students to study the sciences.

 

The award, given through the Foundation’s S-STEM program, …