A Closer Look: Octavius Evans

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The nonprofit Black Excellence Iowa was formed to connect the local Black community, especially students, with opportunities that otherwise might be difficult to obtain because of racial disparities. 

In October, the Des Moines-based nonprofit hired …

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The Photo Issue 2024: Brooke Findley

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Tell us a little about your hobby.  

I’m a third-generation commercial fisherman in Alaska, a tradition that’s more than just a hobby — it’s a fundamental part of who I am. Each year, I …

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The 2024 Photo Issue

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For several years, we’ve published a Photo Issue in the summer that highlights the interesting pastimes of leaders. This year the leaders and the hobbies included are as unique as ever: a nonprofit leader who …

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The Photo Issue 2024: Paula Bell

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Tell us a little about your hobby.  

I wouldn’t necessarily call this a hobby, but rather a lifestyle. I study and train in Okinawan Japanese karate called Ryukyu Kempo. Karate has a long and …

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The Elbert Files: High rates are suffocating

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Economist Jim Paulsen is no fan of high interest rates.

The titles of two recent Paulsen Perspectives newsletters say it all.

“10-Year Treasury Yield is Too High,” proclaims his June 5 newsletter. “The Federal Reserve …

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