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Future of technology in construction workshop planned

Master Builders of Iowa is hosting a keynote and workshop on the future of technology in the construction industry at 9 a.m. Sept. 14 at its headquarters at 4100 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. Futurist …

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Pella Corp. tops America’s Best Employers by State list for Iowa

Pella Corp. has been ranked No. 1 in Iowa on Forbes’ 2022 list of America’s Best Employers by State released this week. The Pella-based window and door manufacturing company is among 1,382 employers that were profiled on …

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The Beacon achieves National Alliance for Recovery Residences accreditation

The Beacon, a women’s recovery house in Des Moines, has become accredited by the National Alliance for Recovery Residences, which has 2,500 certified recovery houses across the nation. NARR is a nonprofit organization dedicated to …

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Powered by Purpose initiative launches ‘Organizational Journey’ as free online resource

Powered by Purpose, a community-based initiative from United Way of Central Iowa and its partners, has launched the Powered by Purpose Organizational Journey, a free, online program designed to help businesses and nonprofits identify and more …

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Coppock appointed CEO of the Stelter Co.

The Stelter Co. has named Marianne Coppock as its new chief executive officer, the Urbandale-based marketing agency announced. Coppock, a marketing, promotions and sales leader with more than 20 years of experience, joined Stelter in June 2021 …

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Crews building up Raccoon River levee system to enhance flood protection

Work is underway to build up the levee system along the Raccoon River to reduce the risk of flooding. According to a news release, the project will also increase resilience as weather patterns and flooding …

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NOTEBOOK – ONE GOOD READ: Apple employees protest company’s 3-day-a-week office policy

Some Apple staffers are petitioning for a more flexible working environment after the company recently told employees they will need to be in the office at least three days a week, the Wall Street Journal reports. …

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Project labor agreements ban results in Iowa government headaches

Project labor agreements ban results in Iowa government headaches
Axios Des Moines: A contractor that faces tens of thousands of dollars in late penalties from the city of Des Moines is the subject of more than …

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WDM Chamber announces 2022-23 Leadership Academy class

The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2022-23 class for its WDM Leadership Academy program. The nine-month program uses experiential learning, critical thinking and a community impact project to help participants hone their skills …

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SBA: New system streamlines work-in-process submissions on surety bonds

The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced changes to streamline the submission of work-in-process information by small businesses that receive bonding support through the SBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee Prior Approval Program. Surety bonding is required for any …