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Register for 2015 Fight For Air Climb

This Sunday, almost 2,000 people will take to the stairs of four buildings in downtown Des Moines to raise awareness and funds for American Lung Association research, education and advocacy. Registration is open now for …

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New rules have little effect on ACA health care signup

New eligibility requirements mandated by the Affordable Care Act (ACA) had very little impact on enrollment in employer-sponsored plans in 2015, health consultant Mercer reported. A survey of nearly 600 employers last month found there was virtually …

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Southridge Mall owner rejects takeover bid

The Macerich Co. has rejected a hostile offer from Simon Property Group Inc., the largest shopping mall owner in the country, to buy it in a stock and cash deal valued at $91 per share, …

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Biotechnology summit planned in Ankeny April 1

The Iowa Biotechnology Association’s “Partnering for Growth” forum April 1 in Ankeny will feature Gov. Terry Branstad and representatives of Monsanto, Harrisvaccines and NewLink Genetics. Wendy Wintersteen, dean of Iowa State University’s College of Agriculture and Life …

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New president and CEO named at Special Olympics Iowa

 

Gary Harms

Gary Harms, a longtime Greater Des Moines business leader and member of the Special Olympics Iowa board of directors, has been named president and CEO of the organization. Harms was chosen after …

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New president and CEO named at Special Olympics Iowa

 

Gary Harms

Gary Harms, a longtime Greater Des Moines business leader and member of the Special Olympics Iowa board of directors, has been named president and CEO of the organization. Harms was chosen after …

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Iowa unemployment rate drops to 4.2 percent

Iowa’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped to 4.2 percent in January from 4.3 percent in December. The state’s jobless rate was 4.4 percent a year ago. The U.S. unemployment rate was 5.7 percent in January. …

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UI helps Iowa business expand in Africa

The University of Iowa’s is assisting Iowa businesses interested in expanding in Africa. The university’s Institute for International Business will hold an International Entrepreneurship Summit at 1 p.m. April 8 in the Iowa Memorial Union. …

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UI helps Iowa business expand in Africa

The University of Iowa’s is assisting Iowa businesses interested in expanding in Africa. The university’s Institute for International Business will hold an International Entrepreneurship Summit at 1 p.m. April 8 in the Iowa Memorial Union. …

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Events scheduled for Money Smart Week

Gov. Terry Branstad has declared April 18 to 25 as Money Smart Week. Several events will give Iowans a chance to improve their financial skills, according to a release. More than 200 Iowa financial institutions, …