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DMACC honors small businesses

Des Moines Area Community College has announced its Small Business Awards, which will be presented on Sept. 10 at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny. Dinner and the awards program will begin at 6 p.m.

The winners …

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Here are eight innovative programs making a difference in Iowa’s addiction crisis

Eight Iowa-based programs that are making a difference in addressing the drug addiction and overdose crisis in the state will be recognized during a ceremony in Des Moines on Aug. 6. 

The Governor’s Office of…
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NOTEBOOK – One Good Read: Smart diapers for new-parents-to-be

I’m about three months away from being a first-time dad. So naturally my reading habits have turned to looking for anything that could help make raising a baby go as easily as possible. Including diaper …

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A Closer Look: Matt Strawn

Matt Strawn knew how to take a gamble way before he took his new job as CEO of the Iowa Lottery, where he watches others bet and makes sure it’s all on the up and …

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Charity softball game at Principal Park seeks volunteers

Opportunity on Deck, a nonprofit that offers free sporting opportunities to elementary-aged kids, is seeking volunteers for two teams of 12 to play in the Game for Good fundraiser at Principal Park Sept. 13. Former …

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Disney grant helps Turner Park improve access

Walt Disney Co. provided a grant allowing Des Moines’ Belle Turner Park in Highland Park to get an overhaul that will make new play areas that offer a more inclusive environment. The National Recreation and Park Association administered the …

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NOTEBOOK: Some other things we’d like to bet on

State officials approved rules for sports betting, which begins at noon Aug. 15. 

Given the decades of illegal betting, we expect plenty of action on the NFL, NBA, the Cyclones, the Hawkeyes and, eventually, even fantasy sports …

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Des Moines’ 2020 class invited to BIG Dream Gathering

Students who will graduate from Des Moines Public Schools in 2020, along with their families, are invited to the BIG Dream Gathering on Aug. 12 at the Iowa Events Center. The free event is an …

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NOTEBOOK – One Good Read: Is homeownership out of reach for young adults?

As a parent, you always worry about your children, even when they are adults. My three are young adults; one has achieved the American dream of buying a house. The other two aren’t quite ready …

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Iowa sports betting gets final approval; wagering begins Aug. 15

Des Moines Register: The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission approved the final rules for the state’s initial run at sports betting at a special meeting today in West Des Moines. As of Aug. 15 at noon, …