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Iowa taxable sales up 5.6 percent in first quarter

Iowa’s taxable retail sales were up 5.6 percent in the first quarter of 2015 compared with the first quarter of 2014, according to a report released Tuesday by the Iowa Department of Revenue. Taxable sales for the …

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Iowa Pork Producers name new CEO

Pat McGonegle of Urbandale has been named the new CEO of the Iowa Pork Producers Association, replacing Rich Degner, who is retiring after 35 years with the pork producers group, according to RadioIowa. McGonegle, who has been …

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Reuters: Single-family homes prices rose in May

U.S. single-family home prices in May rose from the previous year at the same pace as April but fell short of forecasts, Reuters reported.

 

Housing construction slowed and new home sales lagged behind existing home …

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Radia, Willis to receive Pillar of Character Awards

Two Greater Des Moines business leaders will be recognized for demonstrating exemplary character with the highest honor bestowed by the Robert D. and Billie Ray Center at Drake University.

 

The Ray Center, formerly known …

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Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute accepting project proposals

The Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute is seeking proposals for its Community Leadership Program class projects. The Leadership Institute annually partners with local nonprofit organizations on projects that provide leadership development opportunities for Community Leadership …

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Branstad appoints Kemin’s Nelson to STEM council

Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad has appointed Kemin Industries President and CEO Chris Nelson as co-chair of the Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council. Nelson succeeds Vermeer executive Mary Andringa, who completed her two-year term in May. …

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Panel will discuss hotel development in Des Moines

The Des Moines Chambers of Commerce will host a panel discussion at 4 p.m. Wednesday at the Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel on the proliferation of hotel development in the city. Panelists are Knapp Properties …

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United Way launches free prescription discount program

Central Iowans with limited prescription benefits or no health insurance can pay less for prescription medications through a free program now offered through United Way of Central Iowa. The FamilyWize card, which is a free …

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Hilton first choice to operate convention center hotel

Hilton Hotels & Resorts has been selected as the flag and operating company of the Iowa Events Center Hotel, based on a recommendation from a committee made up of representatives of organizations that have pressed …

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Speakers needed: Ignite Des Moines event

Do you have a suggestion of somebody who could help ignite Des Moines?

Five years ago, we held a Power Breakfast event called Ignite Des Moines, and we’re doing it again on Oct. 14!

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