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Lee Enterprises tries to ward off hostile takeover by Alden

Associated Press: The Lee Enterprises newspaper chain has adopted a “poison-pill” plan to protect itself from a hostile takeover while the company’s board considers an unsolicited offer from hedge fund Alden Global Capital. The shareholder rights …
By BPC Staff | Nov 29, 2021
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Ames Chamber of Commerce announces winners for Dec. 8 annual awards ceremony

The Ames Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Awards ceremony is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Dec. 8 at Prairie Moon Winery. It will include a dinner and the presentation of the awards. There are 11 award …
By BPC Staff | Nov 29, 2021
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Proteus exceeds goal for “I’m Thankful for Farmworkers” fundraiser

Proteus Inc. exceeded its goal for its annual “I’m Thankful for Farmworkers” fundraiser, raising $57,665. According to a news release, the Nov. 5 virtual fundraiser raised money to support the organization’s mission to provide farmworkers and their families …
By BPC Staff | Nov 29, 2021
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ISU, UI named in top 50 undergraduate entrepreneurship programs

Iowa State University and the University of Iowa both ranked on the Princeton Review and Entrepreneur magazine’s list of the top 50 undergraduate programs for entrepreneurship, ranking at No. 11 and No. 28, respectively. The …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Nov 24, 2021
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MidAmerican Foundation awards grants for communities, arts, culture and education

The MidAmerican Energy Foundation has awarded grants totaling more than $500,000 to 15 organizations in the third quarter, the foundation announced this week. The foundation is funded by company shareholders, and it assists nonprofits and communities the …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Nov 24, 2021
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Partnership to unveil legislative priorities during Dec. 8 leadership breakfast

The Greater Des Moines Partnership will hold its Legislative Leadership Breakfast on Dec. 8. The breakfast, scheduled for 7:30-9:30 a.m., will be a preview of the upcoming 2022 legislative session, which is scheduled to begin on Jan. …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Nov 24, 2021
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NFIB data points to small-business challenges heading into Small Business Saturday

Small Business Saturday sales on Nov. 27 will be more critical than ever this year for small-business owners, based on the health and economic challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to data from …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Nov 24, 2021
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Johnston’s Holidays at the Town Center is Saturday

Johnston plans to kick off the holiday season with a day of celebration this weekend at the new Johnston Town Center. Holidays at the Town Center is scheduled for Saturday with a full day of activities, which …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Nov 24, 2021
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Allegiant adds nonstop route from Des Moines to Palm Springs

Allegiant now has a new nonstop route from Des Moines to Palm Springs, Calif. The new route will operate twice weekly, according to a news release. Flight times and fare information can be found on …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Nov 24, 2021
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Deere reports strong Q4, year-end earnings; quarterly sales up 16%

A week after ratifying a new six-year labor contract with its workers following a five-week strike, Deere & Co. this morning reported net income of $1.28 billion for the fourth quarter ended Oct. 31. Fourth-quarter …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Nov 24, 2021