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Manufacturing part of Ankeny’s ‘fabric and culture’

Site work is nearing completion on an expansion planned by Mrs. Clark’s Foods Inc., an Ankeny-based maker of salad dressings and barbeque sauces. The company plans on constructing a 90,000-square-foot building to accommodate an additional…
By Kathy A. Bolten | Oct 17, 2025
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On the Move: Week of October 17

Erin M. Boggess
Fredrikson
Recognition: 2025 Pro Bono Honor Roll
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Thomas J. Bush
Fredrikson
Recognition: 2025 Pro Bono Honor Roll
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Nicci M. Ledbetter
Fredrikson
Recognition: 2025 Pro Bono Honor Roll
NLedbetter@fredlaw.com

MaKennah E. …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 17, 2025
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Event Preview: Power Breakfast panelists say shared purpose, trust are drivers of strong community leadership

Des Moines leaders often say many of Central Iowa’s successes as a region, from the Global Insurance Accelerator to ICON Water Trails, are the result of close collaboration across organizations and mutual interest in the …
By Sarah Diehn | Oct 17, 2025
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Iowa needs more people, homes to attract more manufacturers

Editor’s note: This is the final part of a three-part series about the state of Iowa’s manufacturing sector. Part three covers what Iowa and its communities need to do to attract new companies to Iowa …
By Kathy A. Bolten | Oct 17, 2025
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ADR Axles official shares why company chose to build facility in Perry

Leaders of an Italian-based manufacturer had three key requirements for their first manufacturing facility in the U.S.: It needed to be close to customers; construction had to start quickly; and the area had to offer …
By Kathy A. Bolten | Oct 17, 2025
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Federal shutdown delays Iowa jobs report

The release of Iowa’s monthly jobs and employment report will be delayed because of the ongoing shutdown of the federal government. The report on September’s job numbers originally was slated to be released today. Iowa’s …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 16, 2025
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Meals from the Heartland’s Hunger Fight packages 1.47 million meals

Meals from the Heartland announced its 18th Annual Hunger Fight packaged 1.47 million meals to support hungry children and families, enough to feed approximately 5,680 children for an entire year. The organization continues to pursue …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 16, 2025
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Rural Leadership grant recipients announced

The Iowa Rural Development Council (IRDC) announced the selection of 10 local leadership initiatives to receive funding for trainings that focus on skills and professional development. The SPARK Leadership Grant Program is targeted toward rural …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 16, 2025
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Applications open for 2026 Community Connect Program

Lead DSM has opened applications for the 2026 Community Connect program, a nine-week leadership development course beginning in January that focuses on self-discovery, mentorship and community engagement. The program pairs participants with experienced local mentors, …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 16, 2025
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Rural economy at 5-year low, Iowa’s China exports decline 81% year over year

Seven out of 10 bankers agree with the approach President Donald Trump is taking toward trade with China, while the rural economy has hit a five-year low. Those are the results of the latest Rural …
By Business Record Staff | Oct 16, 2025