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Waukee officials share taxable valuation increases with new development projects

As one of Iowa’s fastest-growing cities, Waukee has changed a lot during the past several years. New buildings, roads and amenities are going up every few months, and it can be a challenge to keep up with all the changes. Enter the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce and city leaders, who hosted a bus tour…
By Gigi Wood | Sep 16, 2025
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Reynolds signs partner state agreement with Maharashtra, India

In a formal ceremony held in Mumbai, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds and Devendra Fadnavis, chief minister of the state of Maharashtra, India, officially signed a Partner State memorandum of understanding. The agreement was signed during Reynolds’ trade and investment mission to India, which included a 20-member delegation representing Iowa’s agriculture, education and government sectors. The…
By Business Record Staff | Sep 16, 2025
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Drake University’s Bucksbaum Lectureship in Business headliner announced

Drake University, in partnership with Iowa Public Radio, announced that Kai Ryssdal will be featured speaker for the annual Bucksbaum Lectureship in Business at 7 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Knapp Center, 2601 Forest Ave. in Des Moines. Ryssdal is the host and senior editor of the nationally syndicated financial news program “Marketplace,” which can be heard …
By Business Record Staff | Sep 16, 2025
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HIRTA introduces vanpool program to expand commuting options

The Heart of Iowa Regional Transit Agency, in partnership with Commute with Enterprise, is expanding its vanpool program to provide commuters with a cost-effective and sustainable transportation option. The program connects workers to jobs while reducing congestion and emissions, with participants sharing expenses that cover fuel, insurance, maintenance and roadside assistance. The transit agency also…
By Business Record Staff | Sep 16, 2025
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Iowa DOGE Task Force hosts final meeting, lists accomplishments

In its final meeting on Monday, the Iowa DOGE Task Force listed off its accomplishments and recommendations for reducing the cost of government. Referring to the Department of Government Efficiency, Iowa DOGE is a statewide task force charged with improving government efficiency and maximizing taxpayers’ return on investments. The group will submit a formal report to Gov….
By Gigi Wood | Sep 16, 2025
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Oakridge Neighborhood to host Jazz Jewels & Jeans

Oakridge Neighborhood will hold its signature fundraiser Jazz, Jewels & Jeans from 6 to 9 p.m.  on Oct. 16 at The Loft DSM, 100 Indiana Ave. in Des Moines. The evening will feature jazz, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, and a silent auction. Wearing jeans is encouraged. Proceeds from Jazz, Jewels & Jeans will help support…
By Business Record Staff | Sep 16, 2025
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Iowa Legal Aid receives grant from LSC Pro Bono Innovation Fund

The Legal Services Corp., an independent nonprofit established by Congress that provides funding to 130 independent nonprofit legal aid programs across the country, announced a $489,100 grant award to Iowa Legal Aid from its Pro Bono Innovation Fund, part of a $5.1 million national initiative to expand pro bono legal services for low-income Americans. Iowa Legal…
By Business Record Staff | Sep 15, 2025
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Knoxville Aviation launches flight training scholarship

Knoxville Aviation has announced the launch of its 2025 Flight Scholarship, offering $5,000 to help a student complete their Private Pilot License. The scholarship is open to applicants aged 16–21. Other eligibility requirements are that applicants must live within 35 miles of Knoxville Municipal Airport, are medically qualified to obtain an FAA 3rd Class Medical Certificate,…
By Business Record Staff | Sep 15, 2025