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Care Initiatives, Accura partner with American Health Plans for coordinated care

Two operators of long-term care facilities in Iowa — Care Initiatives and Accura Healthcare — have formed a partnership with American Health Plans, the companies announced Tuesday. The partnership, which will be implemented in 65 facilities across the state, will give …
By BPC Staff | Aug 24, 2022
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iJAG CEO to step down

Laurie Phelan, who launched the nonprofit Iowa Jobs for America’s Graduates in 1999, will step down as leader of the organization, but she will remain active in mentoring the new leader and assisting with iJAG’s strategic development …
By BPC Staff | Aug 24, 2022
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SBA, Small Business Majority collaborate on webinar series

The U.S. Small Business Administration and Small Business Majority are co-sponsoring a new webinar series, “The Bottom Line,” a collaborative educational series on SBA tools and resources to help small businesses leverage provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Aug 24, 2022
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NOTABLE TRANSACTIONS: Property that includes Spare Time Entertainment sold to NYC group

A New York City-based real estate investment trust purchased property in West Des Moines that includes Spare Time Entertainment, Dallas County real estate transactions show.

Spare Me (Multi) LLC, managed by W.P. Carey paid GDL Trust $17.1 million …
By BPC Staff | Aug 24, 2022
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Grimes council OKs site plans for 2 industrial developments

The Grimes City Council on Tuesday approved the site plans for two projects that will add nearly 54,000 square feet of industrial space to the city.

Site plans were approved for an office/warehouse that is …
By BPC Staff | Aug 24, 2022
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CREW Iowa celebrates 10-year anniversary, making future plans

CREW (Commercial Real Estate Women) Iowa recently celebrated its 10th anniversary, including honoring the group’s past presidents. From left are Barbara Hokel, Melissa Wiechman, Jackie Johansen, Siobhan Harman, Michele Stevens, Ashley Aust, Amy Campero and…
By KATHY A. BOLTEN | Aug 24, 2022
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Renovation plan announced for livestock barns at the Iowa State Fair

Radio Iowa: The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation has announced plans to spend millions of dollars to renovate the livestock barns on the fairgrounds. The renovations are expected to cost around $25 million. The Blue …
By BPC Staff | Aug 23, 2022
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Owner of four ethanol plants, including one in Iowa, pays $1.7 million EPA penalty

Des Moines Register: The owner of an ethanol plant in the west-central Iowa city of Denison has agreed to pay a nearly $210,000 fine for failing to report chemicals that could be released during an emergency, …
By BPC Staff | Aug 23, 2022
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Kinzler Construction acquires Comfort Solutions’ insulation, gutter divisions

Kinzler Construction Services has acquired the insulation and gutter divisions of Comfort Solutions, which has locations in Des Moines and Marion. The transaction was effective on Aug. 19, Ankeny-based Kinzler said in a release. Bringing …
By BPC Staff | Aug 23, 2022
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USDA opens applications for Biofuel Infrastructure Grants

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that the Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for $100 million in grants to increase the sale and use of biofuels derived from U.S. agricultural products. The USDA is making …
By BPC Staff | Aug 23, 2022