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Deere engine portfolio approved for B30 biodiesel

John Deere has received approval to use B30 biodiesel, a fuel blend with up to 30% biodiesel, across its portfolio of Tier 4 John Deere engines. “At John Deere, we’re committed to supporting and growing …

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Meyocks announces rebranding

Meyocks, a West Des Moines-based branding and marketing agency, has launched a comprehensive rebrand including a new logo, website, messaging and cultural promises. The initiative, led by president and CEO Kelly Ferguson since January 2024, …

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Harkin Institute hosting retirement security event Sept. 17

The Harkin Institute will host Roadmaps to Retirement 2025: Global Lessons and Paths Ahead from 1-3:30 p.m. Sept. 17 at the Harkin Institute, 2800 University Ave. The roundtable discussion will focus on the private retirement …

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Des Moines Metro Opera reports record-breaking 2025 season

Des Moines Metro Opera has announced that subscription sales reached their highest levels since 2009 in 2025, the fourth consecutive year that sales have surpassed previous records. In 2025, 92% of available seats were sold, …

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Report: Iowa banks report an increase in loan activity

Iowa banks reported an increase in loans during the second quarter, potentially signaling more confidence in the economy.

Iowa’s 233 domiciled banks saw loans increase to $89.4 billion, up 4% from 2024’s second quarter and …

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Lead DSM introduces Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute 2026 class

Lead DSM has announced the 45 people selected for the Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute class of 2026. Each individual selected was nominated and vetted in a competitive selection process. The institute aims to equip …

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Polk County allocates $10 million for affordable housing

Polk County has announced the allocation of $10.2 million in federal funding for projects creating affordable housing units at 50% of the average median income or below. The board’s actions mark the final steps in …

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Construction starts on $60 million rental home development in West Des Moines

Construction has begun on the Picket Fence Community, a rental home development in West Des Moines. Rendering special to the Business Record

Construction is underway on the first phase of Picket Fence Community, a rental …

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What you need to know from the Project 515 on office space

The flight to quality is continuing in the Central Iowa office market with more tenants willing to sign long-term leases, and while activity is strong, new construction continues to lag, panelists said during the Business …

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Financial Center apartments will have ‘unique’ amenities including golf simulator, rooftop garden, pool, fire pits

Over 2,100 new apartment units are expected to be added to Des Moines’ downtown area during the next two or so years with most planned in newly constructed buildings.

Some of the new units, though, …