h digitalfootprint web 728x90

All Latest News

DMACC Logo

DMACC opens presidential application process

The Des Moines Area Community College board of directors announced it is accepting applications for its fifth president and CEO. DMACC’s next president will assume the role on Jan. 1, 2026, succeeding Rob Denson, who …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 18, 2025
image

Durham talks incentives philosophy, CAT grants awarded to ICON Water Trails, others

Image courtesy of the city of Des Moines.

The Iowa Economic Development Authority Board today approved Community Attraction and Tourism grant awards in Des Moines, Floyd, Harlan and Hardin County. CAT grants are designed to …
By Gigi Wood | Jul 18, 2025
ISU logo

Iowa State grows total external funding; research funding again tops $300 million

Iowa State University grew total external funding for fiscal year 2025 to $549.3 million, an increase of $4.7 million over the previous fiscal year. University researchers also attracted $329.9 million over the fiscal year that …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 18, 2025
Argonne Armory aerial

City of Des Moines opens RFP process for historic Argonne Armory Building

The city of Des Moines is now accepting proposals for the renovation and reuse of the historic Argonne Armory building, located at 602 Robert D. Ray Drive. The city said it would issue the RFP …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 18, 2025
image

Toppling Goliath owner explains why Des Moines expansion plan shelved

Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.’s Decorah-based brewery. Photo by John Retzlaff

Clark Lewey is not closing the door that someday Toppling Goliath will have a presence in the Des Moines area, it just won’t happen any …
By Kathy A. Bolten | Jul 18, 2025
Version 1.0.0

What they’re checking out: Week of July 18

As an ongoing feature, staff members at the Des Moines Public Library will recommend a business-related book to add to your reading list. Find this and more books like it at any of the Des …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 18, 2025
DSC 6869

On the Move: Week of July 18

…
By Business Record Staff | Jul 18, 2025
Agribusiness Association of Iowa logo

Nominations open for 2025 Iowa Agribusiness Impact awards

The Agribusiness Association of Iowa announced it is accepting nominations for the 2025 Iowa Agribusiness Impact award, which recognizes individuals, businesses and initiatives making an impact on Iowa’s agricultural economy, rural communities, or the broader …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 17, 2025
Intern 4 Getty

John Stoddard Cancer Center to open new medical oncology and hematology clinic

UnityPoint Health – John Stoddard Cancer Center announced the opening of a new medical oncology and hematology clinic, as well as expanded chemotherapy infusion services. The clinic will open Sept. 2. The new clinic and …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 17, 2025
Close up of man using credit card to purchase merchandise online

WDM Human Services launches new free workforce development program

West Des Moines Human Services has announced the launch of a new workforce development program designed to prepare individuals for high-demand careers as data center technicians. The 15-week training program offers free training and tuition, …
By Business Record Staff | Jul 17, 2025