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MercyOne launches online community resource directory

MercyOne has launched an online directory to connect individuals to community resources and social programs in their area. The MercyOne Community Resource Directory is an online network that provides participating organizations the ability to respond …
By BPC Staff | May 18, 2021
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Des Moines Community Playhouse announces live theater schedule for 2021-22

The Des Moines Community Playhouse’s 2021-22 season will include rescheduled shows from 2020-21 and some new titles as the Playhouse returns to live performances, the organization announced Monday. In addition to live performances, the Playhouse …
By BPC Staff | May 18, 2021
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Downtown gets access-controlled weekend entertainment district

Des Moines Register: Just in time for the Dew Tour’s first stop at Des Moines’ new Lauridsen Skatepark, the city is turning the core of the Historic Court Avenue district into a 21-and-older, pedestrian-only entertainment zone …
By BPC Staff | May 18, 2021
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BAE Systems receives $325.5 million contract for work to be done in Iowa

Cedar Rapids Gazette: The U.S. Defense Logistics Agency awarded BAE Systems a $325.5 million contract for work to be done in Cedar Rapids and Coralville, BAE Systems said today. The United Kingdom-based company will produce M-Code …
By BPC Staff | May 18, 2021
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Popular Clive restaurant closing in July

Table 128 Bistro and Bar, a popular restaurant that’s been open since 2013, is closing its doors in Clive but plans are in the works to reopen at a new location in the fall.

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By KATHY A. BOLTEN | May 17, 2021
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Sammons partners with Principal Charity Classic to launch program to address racial disparities in youth employment

Sammons Financial Group and the Principal Charity Classic announced they have partnered to launch a new program, the Legacy Project, which will donate to organizations with defined goals, strategies and measurable outcomes to address the issues of diversity, …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | May 17, 2021
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More than $166,200 raised in Fight For Air Climb

More than 420 Iowans felt the burn in their legs and lungs on Saturday as they climbed to raise more than $166,200 in the American Lung Association’s Fight For Air Climb, which was held outdoors …
By BPC Staff | May 17, 2021
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IWCC, Marshalltown Community College named CHAMPs institutions for veterans

Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs and Marshalltown Community College in Marshalltown have each been designated as Home Base Iowa Certified Higher Academic Military Partnership (CHAMPs) programs. The institutions have met the necessary criteria …
By BPC Staff | May 17, 2021
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Carreon named MercyOne chief medical executive

Corridor Business Journal: MercyOne has announced that Dr. Hijinio Carreon will serve as systemwide chief medical executive. Carreon has been a part of the MercyOne organization for more than 13 years, beginning as an emergency medicine …
By BPC Staff | May 17, 2021
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Iowa Insurance Division monitors Transamerica after rise in customer service complaints

Cedar Rapids Gazette: Transamerica Corp., one of Cedar Rapids’ largest employers, is under review by the Iowa Insurance Division for a rash of complaints related to the company’s taking over customer service for Vanguard Annuity in …
By BPC Staff | May 17, 2021