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NOTEBOOK – ONE GOOD READ: Parents returning to the office may face struggles as day cares and schools close programming because of the delta variant

Many parents may feel like they’re experiencing deja vu. With cases of the delta variant of COVID-19 increasing, some day cares, camps and schools across the country are beginning to close, leaving parents with young …
By MICHAEL CRUMB | Aug 9, 2021
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Hy-Vee launches insurance agency for Medicare beneficiaries

Hy-Vee Inc. recently announced the launch of Hy-Vee Medicare Aisle, an agency dedicated to serving Medicare beneficiaries across the grocer’s eight-state region. Hy-Vee Medicare Aisle is the newest offering by Hy-Vee Financial Services, Hy-Vee’s banking, …
By BPC Staff | Aug 6, 2021
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Iowa Hospital Association names new leader to succeed Norris

The Iowa Hospital Association’s board of officers and trustees announced the appointment of Christopher Mitchell as the association’s next president and CEO. Mitchell will succeed Kirk Norris, who has been IHA’s president and CEO since 2002 and …
By BUSINESS RECORD STAFF | Aug 6, 2021
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Wells Fargo, Des Moines’ largest private employer, delays return to office

Des Moines Register: With coronavirus cases rising, Des Moines’ biggest private employer has delayed its return-to-office plans. Wells Fargo & Co. will not require employees to be back in their offices until at least Oct. 4, …
By BPC Staff | Aug 5, 2021
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UnityPoint Health to require COVID vaccinations for all employees

UnityPoint Health announced today that it will require its more than 33,000 team members to be vaccinated against COVID-19. The three-state health system, based in West Des Moines, also continues to urge all eligible individuals …
By BPC Staff | Aug 5, 2021
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Some Iowans could see up to 21% premium hike under Wellmark proposal

Axios Des Moines: Thousands of Iowans who receive health coverage through the Affordable Care Act marketplace could see their premiums increase by as much as 21% next year, under a request recently filed with the Iowa …
By BPC Staff | Aug 5, 2021
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Masks required in Des Moines city buildings

Des Moines’ city staff and the public must wear a mask inside city facilities, according to a requirement implemented by City Manager Scott Sanders. The requirement also covers all people attending public meetings of the …
By BPC Staff | Aug 5, 2021
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A Closer Look: Dan Fink

In June, Dan Fink joined MercyOne in the newly created role of vice president of MercyOne Children’s Hospital in Des Moines. With 35 years of experience in health care administration, he’s leading a charge by …
By JOE GARDYASZ | Aug 4, 2021
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Cedar Rapids city buildings will require masks

Corridor Business Journal: The city of Cedar Rapids said it will begin requiring visitors, regardless of vaccination status, to wear masks at city-owned buildings starting today. City officials cited the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s …
By BPC Staff | Aug 3, 2021
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Produce prescription program helps at-risk residents get fresh produce

A new produce prescription program was launched this week to help people who are food insecure get access to fresh produce. The Polk County Produce Prescription Program is funded by a $50,000 Leadership Grant awarded …
By BPC Staff | Aug 3, 2021