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What’s ahead for Valley West Mall

The start of foreclosure proceedings against Valley West Mall, a once shiny shopping destination for those in the Des Moines area and beyond, was not a surprise to retail observers who for years have watched …

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NOTEBOOK – ONE GOOD READ: The carpenter shortage — how we got here

Full disclosure: When I married my husband, he was a carpenter, so I have a soft spot for those in the trade. I’ve seen how hard the work is on a body — carrying lumber and tools …

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Valley West Mall in foreclosure after allegedly failing to make payments on $50M loan

Des Moines Register: After years of struggling to remain viable, Valley West Mall is under foreclosure. U.S. Bank filed the action in Polk County District Court last week, alleging the owners of the 47-year-old mall — …

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New owners promise a refreshed, safer, family-focused experience as Adventureland begins a new season

Bill Lentz, the new general manager of Adventureland, stands at the park with the Dragon Slayer roller coaster in the background. The amusement park opened this spring under new ownership. Photo submitted by Palace Entertainment

Adventureland …

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Iowa lawmakers put brakes on Cedar Rapids casino license

Cedar Rapids Gazette: With Cedar Rapids casino backers on the cusp of applying again for a state license, the Iowa Legislature with scant notice Monday approved a moratorium on issuing any new approvals for casinos for …

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Central Iowa Business Conference announces new keynote speaker

The Central Iowa Business Conference committee announced today that Leigh Anne Tuohy is joining the keynote speaker lineup for the 2022 conference on Tuesday. Tuohy is a motivational speaker and author whose story is told …

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Can Play to host free community event on June 20 at RecPlex

Can Play, a nonprofit that provides adaptive recreation programs for children, will host a 10-year anniversary celebration on June 20 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the MidAmerican West Des Moines RecPlex. The free community …

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Farmers’ Market introduces Minority Owned Small Business Incubator Program

The Downtown Farmers’ Market is launching an incubator pilot program to support minority-owned businesses and startup businesses at two special incubator-themed booths. According to a news release, the program provides the new vendors an opportunity to …

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New Smash Park opens Tuesday in Pella

The Smash Park in Pella includes indoor and outdoor pickleball courts, arcade games, pingpong and other games. Photo special to the Business Record

The first franchised location of Smash Park, the self-described “eatertainment” venue, opened today …

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8 takeaways from our Power Breakfast on corporate responsibility

Watch the event on Facebook Live | View photos from the event

From inclusion to sustainability to political influence, businesses today are expected to focus on much more than profits. Our corporate social responsibility discussion focused on …