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Kemin opens new office and distribution center in Mexico

Kemin Industries, a global ingredient manufacturer with headquarters in Des Moines, announced it recently opened new offices and a distribution center in Mexico based in Guadalajara, Jalisco. For nearly 30 years, Kemin has been broadening …
By BPC Staff | May 27, 2022
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa receives $1.5M from MacKenzie Scott

In her latest round of charitable giving, billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated $122.6 million to 38 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America agencies, including Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa, which received $1.5 million. …
By BPC Staff | May 27, 2022
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Business leaders list tax reform as top accomplishment during 2022 session

As the 2022 legislative session gaveled out this week, business leaders were touting the accomplishments they say will make Iowa a more attractive place to live, work, play and do business.

This year’s session came…
By MICHAEL CRUMB | May 27, 2022
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Iowa lawmakers OK deer hunting with semi-automatic rifles

Associated Press: Deer hunters would be able to use semi-automatic rifles during a newly created antlerless season in January under a bill approved by lawmakers Tuesday and sent to the governor. The measure given final approval …
By BPC Staff | May 26, 2022
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Merchants Bonding Co. Foundation pledges $100,000 for soccer stadium

The Merchants Bonding Co. Foundation announced it has pledged a $100,000 contribution to the Iowa Soccer Development Foundation, which was created to design and build a multiuse professional soccer stadium in Des Moines. Larry Taylor, president of …
By BPC Staff | May 26, 2022
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Heart of Greater Des Moines Heart Ball scheduled for June 11

The American Heart Association announced its return to the ballroom for the Heart of Greater Des Moines Heart Ball on Saturday, June 11. The event celebrates the AHA’s lifesaving mission, donors, volunteers and, most important, …
By BPC Staff | May 26, 2022
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What’s ahead for Valley West Mall

The start of foreclosure proceedings against Valley West Mall, a once shiny shopping destination for those in the Des Moines area and beyond, was not a surprise to retail observers who for years have watched …
By KATHY A. BOLTEN | May 26, 2022
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On The Move: Week ending May 22

 

Vicky Ohrtman

Indigo Living

Promoted to senior compliance manager

vicky.ohrtman@goindigoliving.com

 

Niki Murphy

Indigo Living

Promoted to senior leasing consultant

niki.murphy@goindigoliving.com

 

Ashley Sterle

Meyocks

Hired as media

ashleysterle@meyocks.com

 

Kelli Cardamon

Meyocks

Hired …
By BPC Staff | May 26, 2022
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NOTEBOOK – ONE GOOD READ: What do Americans know about international affairs?

Occasionally I tune in to a BBC news broadcast on Iowa PBS or Iowa Public Radio, and it always seems so much more in-depth than what we hear through U.S. network news. This article by the …
By JOE GARDYASZ | May 26, 2022
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Stanley Black & Decker buys Cedar Rapids startup MSuite

Corridor Business Journal: MSuite, a Cedar Rapids-based construction technology startup, was acquired by Stanley Black & Decker, a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial tools and household hardware, the company announced May 13. MSuite connects building information …
By BPC Staff | May 26, 2022