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Basic income pilot program ends

Two years ago, 110 Central Iowa residents began receiving $500 a month through a community study on how unrestricted cash can reduce poverty and impact the health and well-being of individuals.

The program, called UpLift …

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2025 LGBTQ Legacy Leader honorees announced

dsm magazine, Business Record’s sister publication, is proud to honor Central Iowa’s LGBTQ community leaders with our annual LGBTQ Legacy Leader Awards. This year’s six honorees represent a wide range of vocations, lead with vigor …

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Sporting events bring $20M to Des Moines this month

Catch Des Moines announced that sporting events hosted in Des Moines in May will contribute $20 million in economic impact to the region.

“This month is a testament to the kind of sports momentum that …

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Community conversation on workforce stability planned for Monday

A community conversation focused on workforce stability and economic opportunity is scheduled for 10-11:30 a.m. Monday at the Ankeny Public Library, 1250 S.W. District Drive in Ankeny. Hosting the event are UpLift – The Central …

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Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive going metro-wide on Saturday

The National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger food drive is returning on Saturday. A national effort of NALC, the Stamp Out Hunger food drive asks residents to set food donations out for collection …

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City of Ankeny opens outdoor 12-court pickleball facility

The city of Ankeny has announced the first phase of the Rally Complex sports facility is now open. Located at 725 S.W. Prairie Trail Parkway, the complex features 12 lighted outdoor pickleball courts, restrooms, a …

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Bravo Greater Des Moines raises $2.5 million in first-time fundraising campaign

Bravo Greater Des Moines has announced that over $2.5 million was raised as part of a one-time endowment campaign for youth arts access benefiting Passport to Culture. Passport to Culture is the only program administered …

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Iowa Women’s Foundation opens 2025 Core Grant applications

The Iowa Women’s Foundation has opened the application for its 2025 Core Grants. Grant awardees receive up to $50,000 for programs addressing one of the six identified barriers to self-sufficiency for girls and women in …

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Des Moines Monopoly board ideas due by end of May

Board game night could feel a lot more local this holiday season.

Top Trumps USA is working on creating a Des Moines version of Monopoly. The Rhode-Island-based company announced in April that it’s collecting ideas …

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Double Up Food Bucks program announces online registration

The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative announced the launch of a new online registration system for its Double Up Food Bucks program. For the first time, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program users in Iowa can enroll online …

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