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Iowa Leading Indicators Index falls in March

The Iowa Leading Indicators Index decreased to 107.6 in March, down 0.7% from 108.3 in February. The monthly diffusion index decreased to 6.3 in March from 43.8 in February.

The Iowa Leading Indicators Index was …

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MPO, Ashby attorney say Ashby’s departure was mutually agreed upon at his request

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Todd Ashby, who is leaving his role as executive director of the Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization in July, reached a mutual agreement to accept a severance package rather than seek renewal …

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Easing inflation concerns boost Iowa’s economy

Iowa’s economy expanded in April with easing inflationary concerns, a survey of supply chain managers released this week showed.

According to Creighton University’s Mid-American Business Conditions Index, the index score for Iowa increased to 55.8 …

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Businesses growing despite uncertainty; financial security concerns employees, Principal survey finds

The latest Principal Financial Well-Being Index survey shows businesses are reporting high levels of growth despite recent uncertainty, but employees are also concerned about their personal finances over the next six months.

Principal also conducted …

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MPO rejects contract renewal for Ashby

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Todd Ashby, who has served as executive director of the Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization since 2011, is on a leave of absence and will vacate his role in July after the …

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Partnership announces next Welcome to DSM USA Reception

The Greater Des Moines Partnership has announced that the upcoming Welcome to DSM USA Reception will be held on May 25 at 6 p.m. at Blank Park Zoo, prior to the Wild Lights Festival. The …

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Coming attractions: Sports playing a big role in Central Iowa economic development

While big name events such as the NCAA men’s basketball tournament and the Dew Tour skateboarding competition capture the headlines, the real economic boost to the region comes from the dozens of smaller events that …

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New Veterans Business Outreach Center to serve Iowa

The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced $3.5 million in grant awards to support outreach organizations focused on veterans’ small businesses. The grants will provide funding to create new Veterans Business Outreach Centers in seven …

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Projects, volunteers honored at annual Main Street awards ceremony

Debi Durham, executive director of the Iowa Economic Development Authority and the Iowa Finance Authority, speaks at Main Street Iowa’s Development Awards ceremony at the Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center. Photo submitted by IEDA.…
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Iowa rural economy slows in April, survey of rural bankers shows

Iowa’s rural economy slowed in April with few bankers saying they see economic improvement, according to a survey of rural bank managers.

According to Creighton University’s Rural Mainstreet Index, released on Thursday, Iowa’s index score …