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Environmental commission ditches topsoil rule

Developers no longer will have to remove topsoil from home building sites, store it and return it to the finished lot under a rule adopted Tuesday by the Iowa Environmental Protection Commission, Iowa Public Radio reported.

 

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By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Jun 17, 2015
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Downtown Chamber event focuses on female self-investment

The fourth in a series of 10 programs designed for female business owners and female leaders in Central Iowa to position them for the next steps in their career will focus on self-investment. The program …
By BPC Staff | Jun 17, 2015
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SBA offering free webinars on sales and use tax

The U.S. Small Business Administration will offer two free online webinars on sales and use tax for Iowa businesses. The webinars will be held on two separate dates: June 17 and July 22. Both are …
By BPC Staff | Jun 17, 2015
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DART names new communications officer

The Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority has named Amanda Wanke as chief engagement and communications officer. She will lead marketing, planning, customer service, advertising, RideShare and mobility programs. Wanke previously worked for the Agricultural …
By BPC Staff | Jun 17, 2015
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CEO golf tournament meets $1M mark for DMACC scholarships

The eighth annual Des Moines Area Community College Albaugh CEO Golf Invitational raised $263,459 this year, putting the tournament’s total proceeds over $1 million for student scholarships. The June 11 tournament at Talons of Tuscany …
By BPC Staff | Jun 17, 2015
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Housing permits up, new construction down in May

U.S. homebuilders were grabbing more permits to build houses and apartment buildings in May, but the number of new projects that got underway declined, according to two government reports, the National Association of Home Builders …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Jun 16, 2015
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Market Day organizing pop-up market before Father’s Day

On Thursday, Market Day will host Mancraft, an annual pop-up market offering beers, beards, and handmade and vintage wares just for men. The event will be held at 515 Brewing Company located at 7700 University …
By BPC Staff | Jun 16, 2015
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Give Back Iowa Challenge winners announced

Six Iowa employers were recognized today for volunteering by their employees. The Employer Volunteer Initiative Advisory Council held a six-week campaign where participating employers encouraged employees to volunteer and log their hours. Winners were selected …
By BPC Staff | Jun 16, 2015
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Pace of Iowa house sales fastest in three years

Iowa homes are selling faster than in any period over the last three years, the Iowa Association of Realtors said today in its report on May sales. Over the year ending May 31, sales increased …
By BPC Staff | Jun 16, 2015
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TAI hires HyperStream manager

Tyler Wyngarden has joined the Technology Association of Iowa staff as the director of talent development. He will manage HyperStream, TAI’s middle and high school program that engages students in hands-on technology and opportunities within …
By BPC Staff | Jun 16, 2015