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$1.25M awarded to work-based learning programs

The state has awarded more than $1.25 million in grants for the development of work-based learning programs for high school students.

The grants, part of the Statewide Intermediary Work-Based Learning Grant Program, will give students …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 30, 2023
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The 2023 Photo Issue

The Business Record has produced a photo issue since 2012. Last year, the photo issue was planned and executed by Emily Barske, the Business Record’s editor. Barske got married this month and honeymooned in Maine. …
By Nicole Grundmeier | Jun 30, 2023
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The Photo Issue 2023: Anne Bacon

Tell us a little about your hobby.

When not fighting the war on poverty, I love planning trips and traveling to Disney destinations. This passion led to me being selected to serve two terms on …
By Nicole Grundmeier | Jun 30, 2023
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The Photo Issue 2023: Cory Sharp

Tell us a little about your hobby.

In my spare time I play drums in a local cover band named Plastic Apartment. We cover a wide range of genres but focus primarily on ’90s alternative …
By Nicole Grundmeier | Jun 30, 2023
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The Photo Issue 2023: Ted Corrigan

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I have been fascinated with bees and beekeeping for years. The history and development of modern beekeeping is an interesting story spanning thousands of years. The structure and …
By Nicole Grundmeier | Jun 30, 2023
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The Photo Issue 2023: Erin Rollenhagen

Tell us a little about your hobby.

I paint with acrylics on canvas, using a combination of abstract and representational styles. Some designs involve mathematical precision and others are more free-flowing swirls.

Photos by Duane …
By Nicole Grundmeier | Jun 30, 2023
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What they’re checking out: Week of June 30

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 | Jun 30, 2023
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On the Move: Week of June 30

Nathan Luna
F&G
Promoted to lead financial reporting accountant
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Jenna Dunkin
F&G
Promoted to retail marketing project specialist
Jenna.Dunkin@fglife.com

Andy Brewer
F&G
Promoted to operations relationship manager
Andy.Brewer@fglife.com

Mitch Roecker
F&G
Promoted to senior …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 30, 2023
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Deadline looms for older Iowans to file for property tax exemption

Iowa homeowners 65 and older have until Saturday to apply for a new property tax exemption that was included in legislation signed into law in May. The law allows eligible Iowans a property tax exemption …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 29, 2023
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2 Iowa communities recognized as top cities for bicycling

Ankeny and Ames are ranked among the best medium-sized cities for bicycling, PeopleForBikes, the U.S. bicycling industry’s trade association and a national advocacy nonprofit, announced. Ankeny ranked second in the medium city category, which includes …
By Business Record Staff | Jun 29, 2023