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Who’s Who in Wealth Management 2024
Repaint Studios wins third annual InnoVenture Challenge
Repaint Studios, a Hampton-based startup, won the $100,000 cash prize at the third annual InnoVenture Challenge Thursday evening in Des Moines. Repaint Studios founder and CEO Billie Asmus invented a reusable and resealable paint tray …
Read MoreAmes Regional Economic Alliance announces 2025 Leadership Ames Class
The Ames Regional Economic Alliance has announced the participants selected for the 38th Leadership Ames Class. Leadership Ames is a program of the Ames Regional Economic Alliance that provide professional development and civic leadership opportunities …
Read MoreThe Elbert Files: Is health care a joke?
My friend Jo Kline, who writes and speaks about the difficulties of health care in Iowa, sent an email recently titled: “Every Iowan recognizes the odor of fertilizer.”
The subject was Gov. Kim Reynolds’ proclamation …
Read MoreWhat they’re checking out: Week of Dec. 6
As an ongoing feature, staff members at the Des Moines Public Library will recommend a business-related book to add to your reading list. Find this and more books like it at any of the Des …
Read MoreThe New Connoisseur
Restaurants and bars across Iowa are able to purchase wines and provide customers with products that have never before been available for commercial sale due to a new law passed by the Iowa Legislature this …
Read MoreA Closer Look: Mindy Larsen
Mindy Larsen often waited for her dad while he met with his lawyer for advice as he navigated the farm crisis. She didn’t know what a lawyer did at the time, but she saw he …
Read MoreBusiness Record 12-6-24
Des Moines International Airport introduces Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program
The Des Moines International Airport announced the new Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, joining an international initiative to support individuals with hidden disabilities. A press release said the program provides a subtle way for individuals with …
Read MoreVeridian announces recipients of $90,000 in Giving Tuesday donations
Veridian Credit Union has awarded $90,000 in Giving Tuesday donations to 16 organizations across Iowa, Nebraska and Minnesota in celebration of its 90th anniversary. The public nominated organizations for the campaign, which were drawn at …
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