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What you need to know from the Project 515 on office space

The flight to quality is continuing in the Central Iowa office market with more tenants willing to sign long-term leases, and while activity is strong, new construction continues to lag, panelists said during the Business Record’s recent Project 515 event about office space in the metro. The Aug. 14 event was the second in the…

By Michael Crumb | Aug 27, 2025

Financial Center apartments will have ‘unique’ amenities including golf simulator, rooftop garden, pool, fire pits

Over 2,100 new apartment units are expected to be added to Des Moines’ downtown area during the next two or so years with most planned in newly constructed buildings. Some of the new units, though, are being added in buildings where office space is being converted to apartments. “We’ll be able to compete” with units…

By Kathy A. Bolten | Aug 27, 2025

Decline in architectural billings index shows challenges continue in July

Architectural firm billings continued to decline in July as firms struggled to convert inquiries into projects, according to the AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index, which weakened with a lower score from the previous month. According to the report, the index fell slightly from 46.8 in June to 46.2 in July. That indicates that a majority of…

By Business Record Staff | Aug 27, 2025

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NOTABLE TRANSACTIONS: Artisan Capital Group buys Ankeny apartments for $11.9 million

The Artisan Capital Group, in a partnership with Schwartz Capital Group, has acquired Campus Town, a 97-unit apartment development in Ankeny, paying $11.96 million for the property, Polk County real estate records show. Artisan acquired the property at 1210 S.W. 28th St. from Campus Town LLC. The acquisition continues Artisan’s expansion in Central Iowa, where the company…

By Kathy A. Bolten | Aug 27, 2025

600 Shriners visiting Des Moines this week

Greater Des Moines is hosting the Central States Shrine Association Ceremonial Session this week in West Des Moines. The event will welcome 600 Shriners from across the region, including six Imperial Officers representing the International Shrine Center. The session will include private sessions and several public activities meant to showcase the spirit and community engagement of…

By Business Record Staff | Aug 26, 2025

The Iowa Clinic expands OB/GYN services

The Iowa Clinic announced it is expanding its OB/GYN services with the addition of Dr. Alicia Toncar to its Women’s Center. This addition aims to ensure women and families across the state have continued access to high-quality, local obstetrics and gynecologic care when nearly one-third of Iowa’s 99 counties are classified as maternity care deserts….

By Business Record Staff | Aug 26, 2025

Mercy College of Health Sciences appoints inaugural vice president for mission and campus culture

Mercy College of Health Sciences announced it has appointed Amanda Zurface as its first vice president for mission and campus culture, a new role overseeing campus ministry, mission integration and student affairs. In this new role, Zurface will provide leadership for campus ministry, mission integration and student affairs, advancing initiatives that foster belonging and holistic…

By Business Record Staff | Aug 26, 2025

Broadlawns to expand orthopedic services through Capital Orthopaedics partnership

Broadlawns Medical Center has announced an expanded partnership with Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine to expand orthopedic care options. This collaboration builds upon an existing relationship with Capital Orthopaedics that began last fall. Beginning Sept. 2, Capital Orthopaedics will begin the transition to provide full-time clinic, surgical, and 24/7 call coverage at Broadlawns, aiming to…

By Business Record Staff | Aug 26, 2025

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