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DMACC Foundation Board adds five new members

The DMACC Foundation has gained five new board members: Taufeek Shah, owner of Lola’s Fine Sauces; Martha Lebron-Dykeman, a real estate agent for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices First Realty; Dr. Keith Krell of University of Iowa …
By BPC Staff | Feb 10, 2022
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Partnership names director of inclusive business strategies

The Greater Des Moines Partnership has created a new role to help minority businesses grow. Juan Pablo Sanchez was named this week as the Partnership’s director of inclusive business strategies. According to a news release, …
By BPC Staff | Feb 10, 2022
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Proposal would convert extended-stay hotel to workforce housing

Local developers are proposing converting an extended-stay hotel in Clive to multifamily housing. Photo courtesy of Google

An extended-stay hotel in Clive would be converted to multifamily housing that, if approved by elected officials, would provide …
By BPC Staff | Feb 10, 2022
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Kum & Go selling convenience store property in Drake area

The Kum & Go convenience store at 2211 University Ave. will close on Feb. 16 and the property will be sold, company officials announced. Photo courtesy of Google

Kum & Go plans to close its convenience …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Feb 9, 2022
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NOTEBOOK – ONE GOOD READ: In preparation for Sunday’s big game

Want to have some trivia handy to impress family and friends as you watch the Super Bowl on Sunday? The U.S. Census Bureau has you covered. The bureau has released an interactive map that shows the birthplaces …
By BPC Staff | Feb 9, 2022
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Bank Iowa seeks applicants for Spirit of Chandy Scholarships

For the ninth year, Bank Iowa is offering graduating high school seniors in the Des Moines area an opportunity to apply for the Spirit of Chandy Scholarship. Bank Iowa annually awards up to 20 $500 …
By BPC Staff | Feb 9, 2022
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Iowa Wolves, Principal and ArtForce Iowa collaborate on social justice jersey auction

The Iowa Wolves, the NBA G League franchise of the Minnesota Timberwolves, along with Principal and ArtForce Iowa, announced a collaboration to create and present unique player jerseys in celebration of the many diverse communities …
By BPC Staff | Feb 9, 2022
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NOTABLE TRANSACTIONS: Convenience store property sold; Premier Credit Union buys land

8M Corner LLC, located in Minong, Wis., paid $4.5 million for property at 5830 S.E. 14th St. in Des Moines, Polk County real estate records show. The 2-acre parcel includes a Kum & Go convenience store with …
By BPC Staff | Feb 9, 2022
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Dave & Buster’s moving forward with WDM location

Dave & Buster’s, a popular Texas-based arcade and sports bar chain, is moving forward with its plans to build an entertainment venue south of Jordan Creek Town Center in West Des Moines, according to an …
By BPC Staff | Feb 9, 2022
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Amazon facility property in Bondurant sold for $326.2 million; officials believe sale price highest ever in Polk County

An East Coast real estate investment group has purchased property in Bondurant on which Amazon’s fulfillment center is located. The property was purchased for more than $326.2 million, which Polk County officials believe is the highest …
By KATHY A. BOLTEN | Feb 9, 2022