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UI scientists study worm cells to help cure cancer

Researchers at the University of Iowa are studying how cells divide in worms in hopes they can better understand the mechanism in people. That in turn could help in cancer treatment. The mechanism, unknown until now, …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015
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WDM sets public meeting on excursion boat proposal

The West Des Moines Parks and Recreation Advisory Board has set a meeting for 5:30 p.m. April 16 at City Hall, 4200 Mills Civic Parkway, to gather feedback on a proposed excursion boat on Blue …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015
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Dwolla scores real-time bank deal

Payment network operator Dwolla Inc. has launched “the most important partnership we’ve had to date,” Fortune reported. That’s how founder and CEO Ben Milne describes his company’s new deal with BBVA Compass, a subsidiary of BBVA Group. …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015
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Pella Corp., Des Moines Public Schools receive Energy Star awards

Pella Corp. and Des Moines Public Schools will be recognized with Energy Star Partner of the Year awards during a ceremony scheduled April 20 in Washington, D.C. The Pella-based manufacturer is being recognized for continuing …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015
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SBA approves $15.4 million in Iowa business loans

The U.S. Small Business Administration in March backed 42 loans for $15.4 million to Iowa businesses from participating lenders using its two largest lending programs. The programs capitalized 17 new and 25 existing Iowa businesses …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Apr 8, 2015
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Food Bank of Iowa to benefit from nationwide Wal-Mart initiative

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. this week launched the “Fight Hunger, Spark Change” campaign, a nationwide initiative calling on the public to take action in the fight against hunger. The Food Bank of Iowa and other Feeding …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015
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Humboldt woman named Small Business Person of the Year

 

Deb Davis, CEO of Sister’s Homestyle Entrees in Humboldt, has been selected as Iowa Small Business Person of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration.  A panel is reviewing all the packages, and a national …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015
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Deadline is near for Leadership Institute awards nominations

The Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute is accepting nominations for its annual Distinguished Leadership Awards. The awards honor leaders who have made notable contributions and exemplify the vision and purpose of the Leadership Institute. Leadership …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015
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Money Smart investor conference to be held April 18

The 2015 Money Smart Investor Conference will be held April 18 on the Drake University campus. The free event, which will showcase strategies for retirement, how to begin investing in stocks and other financial management …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015
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Fidelity & Guaranty parent may sell insurer

HRG Group, the parent company of Des Moines-based Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Co., said Monday it is “exploring strategic alternatives” for its majority ownership stake in the company, The Des Moines Register reported. HRG, formerly Harbinger …
By BPC Staff | Apr 8, 2015