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Drake announces $6 million capital campaign for Drake Stadium improvements

Drake University announced Wednesday a $6 million capital campaign to support renovations to Drake Stadium, which is marking its 100th anniversary this year. The Drake Stadium Centennial Campaign is fundraising for several major infrastructure upgrades, …
By Business Record Staff | Aug 29, 2025
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Kemin acquires animal vaccine company

Des Moines-based Kemin Industries has acquired Hennessy Research Associates of Lenexa, Kan. Financial details were not disclosed.

Kemin produces specialty ingredients for animal nutrition and health, pet food and more for companies around the world. …
By Business Record Staff | Aug 29, 2025
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Des Moines Streetstyle Open happening this weekend

The Des Moines Streetstyle Open marks its fifth year this weekend, expanding its reach through a new partnership with USA Skateboarding, which will transform the multi-day festival into a national showcase for amateur and professional …
By Business Record Staff | Aug 29, 2025
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Public comment period on final Iowa BEAD proposal open through Sept. 3

The Department of Management Division of Information Technology is requesting public comment on the State of Iowa Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) final proposal. The final proposal encompasses Iowa’s implementation of $415,331,313 of broadband …
By Business Record Staff | Aug 29, 2025
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Pharma manufacturing expansion in Massachusetts will impact Charles City site

Cambrex, a pharmaceutical company that helps other drug companies develop and manufacture medicines, has expanded its Snapdragon Chemistry facility in Waltham, Mass. The 20% expansion adds new space and modern equipment to make it easier …
By Business Record Staff | Aug 29, 2025
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Elements of new tax credit law incentivizes startup growth, rural startups, officials say

A new tax credit law that Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed on June 6 creates a $110 million cap on business development incentives and will encourage investments in startups and rural startup growth, officials say.…
By Lisa Rossi | Aug 29, 2025
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On the Move: Week of August 29

Mikayla Williams
Indigo Living
Hired as leasing consultant
mikayla.williams@hubbellrealty.com

Ronald Thomas
Indigo Living
Hired as maintenance service technician
ron.thomas@hubbellrealty.com

Alexis Torres Ortiz
Indigo Living
Hired as leasing consultant
alexis.torresortiz@hubbellrealty.com

John Warder
Indigo Living
Hired as …
By Business Record Staff | Aug 29, 2025
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Sneak peek: 9 ideas from this years 90 Ideas lineup

The Business Record is proud to once again produce one of our most popular events and publications: 90 Ideas in 90 Minutes.

Nine Iowa leaders will share 10 of their best ideas – both big …
By Emily Barske Wood | Aug 29, 2025
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Grimes, Chase announce naming rights sponsorship for Hy-Vee Multiplex

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The city of Grimes and Chase have announced a new naming rights sponsorship inside the Hy-Vee Multiplex in Grimes. Highlights of the three-year agreement include renaming two sections of …
By Business Record Staff | Aug 28, 2025
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Cumulus Media appoints new vice president and Des Moines market manager

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Cumulus Media has announced the appointment of Brian Sines as vice president/market manager for Cumulus Des Moines. Sines will lead Cumulus Media’s four-station group in Des Moines, which includes the radio brands 95 …
By Business Record Staff | Aug 28, 2025