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2023 saw slight uptick in new home construction

The Des Moines area experienced a 5.5% increase in 2023 in the number of building permits issued for new home construction, a review by the Business Record shows.

Overall, 3,422 permits for new home construction …

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West Des Moines receives MidAmerican grant to establish ICON site at Raccoon River

West Des Moines receives MidAmerican grant to establish ICON site at Raccoon River
The MidAmerican Energy Regional Fund, a $5 million investment in ICON Water Trails, awarded its $125,000 fall grant to the city of …

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Plan to expand Medicaid coverage for pregnant Iowans – while tightening income threshold – advances in Legislature

A proposal to extend the duration of Medicaid coverage for pregnant Iowans has widespread support, but some activists are concerned about the state potentially lowering the income threshold to participate in the program, saying it …

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Presbyterian Homes and Services announces CEO retirement, transition plan

Dan Lindh will retire from his position as president and CEO of faith-based senior housing provider Presbyterian Homes and Services after more than 47 years with the organization. The company is based in St. Paul, …

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GreenState Credit Union names new CEO

Vikram Israni

GreenState Credit Union announced Tuesday that Vikram Israni was appointed its new CEO. Israni succeeds Todd Fanning, who served as interim CEO since September following Jeff Disterhoft’s retirement from the company.

According to …

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New ICON report shows “we’re … on the right path”

A new report by ICON Water Trails shows 15 regional sites have generated about $20 million for the economy. The report looked at the sites from April 2022 to October 2022. The full report will…
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Trailside Tap in Ankeny clearing path toward expansion

Trailside Tap could break ground on an expansion this fall that would nearly quadruple the size of the bar and restaurant in Ankeny’s Uptown neighborhood.

The 2,600-square-foot business, at 710 S.W. Third St., continues to …

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Office property in Johnston sold for $30 million

Office property in Johnston that was developed around 2014 has been sold for $30 million, Polk County real estate records show.

Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc., based in Johnston, paid ARCP OFC Johnston Ia Phase II …

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What’s the outlook for new commercial projects in 2024?

Nearly 40% fewer building permits were issued for new commercial projects in the Greater Des Moines area in 2023, a direction construction observers expect to be reversed in 2024.

Overall, 156 building permits were issued …

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Iowa League of Cities holding event to connect local city leaders and legislators

The Iowa League of Cities, a nonprofit that represents more than 850 cities in Iowa, will host a conference of local city leaders to connect with legislators and discuss legislative priorities. Speakers representing Cedar Rapids, …