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Tina Mowry Hadden named Citizen of the Year by WDM chamber

Tina Mowry Hadden

Tina Mowry Hadden, has been named the West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Citizen of the Year, the group announced.

Hadden is a long-time Central Iowa marketing professional who recently began …

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A Closer Look: Brent Blum

After the NCAA approved a new rule in 2021 allowing college athletes to be compensated for use of their name, image and likeness, also known as NIL, entities overseeing athletes’ opportunities began to crop up …

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New book celebrates Pappajohn Sculpture Park

The Des Moines Art Center has published a new collections catalog to celebrate its 75th anniversary, featuring the works of art installed in the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park. The 144-page catalog features multiple …

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Scurry speaking at Des Moines-area events

Briana Scurry, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and World Cup champion goalkeeper, will be sharing her story of resilience and determination at a free community event on May 11 at the Principal Financial Group located …

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Partnership’s DSM Intern Connection returns this summer

The Greater Des Moines Partnership has announced its intern series, DSM Intern Connection, will return with free events throughout the summer.  All college-aged interns working in Greater Des Moines are invited to attend. Students who …

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AmeriCorps celebrates National Volunteer Week 2023

AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, is celebrating National Volunteer Week. The week, which started April 16 and runs through Saturday, recognizes the significant contributions of volunteers in their local communities. According …

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Grind for Life skateboard contest series coming to Des Moines

Skate DSM has announced that the Grind for Life Series will take place at the Lauridsen Skatepark in Des Moines on May 13. The Grind for Life Series is a national skateboarding contest series that …

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Downtown Farmers’ Market opening day announced

Des Moines is set to host the opening day of the Downtown Farmers’ Market on May 6. The market, which takes place every Saturday from May through October, supports over 300 local small businesses from …

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The ‘growth mindset’

The little boy stood trembling over the side of the pool, refusing to jump in.

His coach begged. “Come on! You can do it!”

Finally, he did it. Then he pulled himself back to the …

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Black & Brown Business Summit pitch competition finalists announced

The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce has announced seven finalists for the 2023 pitch competition presented by Bank of America at the third annual Athene Black & Brown Business Summit. The finalists were selected …