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Quarterly report shows increasing foot traffic, economic momentum downtown

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Downtown Des Moines saw foot traffic increase to an average of 83% of pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2023, according to a new quarterly report published by the Greater …

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IEDA approves innovation funding to three Iowa startups

The Iowa Economic Development Authority announced Monday innovation funding for three startups through Iowa’s State Small Business Credit Initiative. The Innovation Fund was created as part of the initiative to offer additional funding opportunities to …

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Religious leaders send letter to governor, lawmakers, seeking food assistance bill that ‘reflects our state’s generosity and compassion’

More than 200 leaders from Iowa’s interfaith community have sent Gov. Kim Reynolds and legislative leaders a letter opposing a bill that would create additional administrative hurdles for food assistance recipients if it becomes law.…

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City of Johnston awarded tree grant through MidAmerican Energy

MidAmerican Energy has awarded a $3,000 grant to the city of Johnston for its “Trees Please!” program aimed at improving energy efficiency through tree planting. The funding will go toward adding shade along the Green …

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Former Iowan raising money for voter identification project

Here is something you don’t see every day: a former Iowan, tapping Hollywood glitterati to raise money for a voter identification project in Texas.

Comedian/actor Jim Turner, son of Iowa sportscaster and hall of fame …

River cleanup and action program launches April 14

Iowa Rivers Revival, a statewide environmental nonprofit, is launching a new program called Service Squad on April 14. The program aims to educate Iowa’s residents on the importance of clean waterways, create cleaner rivers, and …

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Downtown Farmers’ Market opening day announced

Des Moines is set to host the opening day of the Downtown Farmers’ Market on May 6. The market, which takes place every Saturday from May through October, supports over 300 local small businesses from …

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Family Leader Foundation buys farmland in northeast Polk County

The Family Leader Foundation has purchased a family farm in northeast Polk County and plans to convert a portion of the property into commercial and event space.

The Polk County Board of Supervisors earlier this …

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Real estate transactions in Polk, Dallas counties

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CLOP Des Moines IA LLC, based in Excelsior, Minn., paid Airport Development LC $1.23 million for property at 5900 Thornton Ave. in Des Moines, Polk County real estate transactions show. The undeveloped property includes …

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Construction set to start on Golf House Iowa

Construction is expected to begin next week on Golf House Iowa, which will house the Iowa Golf Association and its programs. The structure will also be home to the Iowa Golf Hall of Fame and …