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Drake brings in former Nike CMO for Bucksbaum Lectureship

Greg Hoffman, Nike’s former chief marketing officer, will be the speaker at Drake University’s fall Bucksbaum Lectureship in Business. Hoffman’s lecture will cover how to build strong emotional connections between brands and consumers while emphasizing …

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Iowa Center names Katie Byers director of Women’s Business Center

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The Iowa Center for Economic Success has named Katie Byers director of the Iowa Center Women’s Business Center. Byers will provide training and individual counseling to Iowa women looking to launch or grow …

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McTaggart tapped as Des Moines’ 45th police chief

Michael McTaggart has been unanimously selected by the Des Moines City Council as the city’s 45th police chief.

Michael McTaggart was named Des Moines’ police chief on Wednesday. To the left of McTaggart is Scott…
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Habitat receives $500,000 from Well Fargo Foundation

Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity has begun construction of its 500th affordable home, which is being built in the organization’s Carter Court development near Northeast 46th Street and Hubbell Avenue. To celebrate the accomplishment, …

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ChildServe closes capital campaign with $10.4 million raised

ChildServe has closed its $10 million capital campaign to raise money for the relocation and expansion of its Des Moines location. The nonprofit exceeded its goal, raising $10,468,000, according to a spokesperson. More than 90 …

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PDI announces 2024 Life Member Award recipients

The Professional Developers of Iowa has announced the three economic developers who will receive its Life Member Award. According to a news release, the award recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional service and commitment to advancing …

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Dupaco launches new grant program to support nonprofit innovation

Dupaco Credit Union is launching a new grant program to support innovation in nonprofits in partnership with Dubuque-based Innovation Lab, which offers coworking space and innovation services. According to a news release, the Gift of …

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DART commission votes to hire consultant for Reimagine DART system redesign

A DART bus is parked at DART’s Central Station in downtown Des Moines. The agency’s commission voted Tuesday to hire a consultant to guide its Reimagine DART system redesign. The process will continue through December…
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City seeks redevelopment of Highland Park’s Odd Fellows Hall

The city of Des Moines has issued a request for proposal to redevelop the International Order of Odd Fellows Fraternal Hall building at the corner of Euclid and Second avenues on Des Moines’ north side.…
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New owner says vision for former LifeServe site includes hotel and housing

Raj Patel, owner of the Hotel Fort Des Moines, has purchased the former LifeServe Blood Center building on East Locust Street with plans to raze the building and redevelop the area for mixed-use, including a…