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New statewide publication, ia, to debut this fall

A new statewide publication showcasing Iowa treasures will hit the stands this fall.

The annual 200-page publication, simply titled ia, was conceived by Connie Wimer, chairwoman for Business Publications Corporation Inc., and will focus mainly …

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Portion of Iowa-owned horse’s Derby winnings pledged to fund for disabled jockeys

Partners in Iowa-based Donegal Racing and owners of Kentucky Derby prospect Dullahan, its trainer and jockey have pledged 5 percent of the horse’s Derby winnings to a fund for disabled jockeys.

Prairie Meadows Racetrack and …

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Animal rescue groups partner to reunite lost animals with owners

The Animal Rescue League of Iowa (ARL) in Des Moines announced a new partnership with state nonprofits to help owners find their missing pets. The Iowa Pet Alert system helps spread the word about stray …

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Civic Music Association schedules jazz fundraiser

The Civic Music Association will host “Chocolate, Wine & All That Jazz,” a fund-raising benefit for its Partners in Music Education program, May 3 at the Patty & Fred Turner Jazz Center on the Drake …

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Report finds more young women believe careers important than young men

A New Pew Research report shows that young women now surpass young men in saying that achieving success in a high-paying career or profession is important in their lives.

In a reverse of traditional gender …

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Winefest celebrates 10 years with week of events

To celebrate its 10th year, Winefest Des Moines will have a full week of culinary events from June 2-9.

To kick off the week, Meredith Corp. will host “Saturday Sessions,” which offer hands-on cooking seminars. …

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United Way recognizes organizations, individuals for service

The United Way of Central Iowa honored 11 organizations and individuals at its annual Live United recognition luncheon this afternoon. Meredith Corp. won the Spirit of Central Iowa recognition, which is given to a company …

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Report finds women’s voices still lacking in Iowa

The results of the 2012 Nexus Index, which identifies and measures gender equality indicators in Iowa, are in. The results? Not much has changed in the eight years since the first index was completed.

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Court Avenue Relays street party is Friday

Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Co.’s annual Relays Street Party begins at 7 p.m. Friday, rain or shine, on Court Avenue between Third & Fourth streets. Drink tickets will be available for purchase and guests …

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Events coming to the metro area, week of April 30

Event Arrival Departure Attendees Mtg Venue City May Madness NIT 5/4/2012 5/6/2012 6,500 Raccoon River Park West Des Moines Regular Season Game vs. Real Colorado 5/4/2012 5/5/2012 3,700 Valley Football Stadium West Des Moines Championship…