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Tax cuts, housing, child care on Partnership’s 2025 federal agenda

The Greater Des Moines Partnership announced its 2025 federal policy agenda Tuesday, ahead of the Partnership’s annual DMDC trip to Washington, D.C. The trip is set for May 7-9.

On the trip, attendees from across the region will …

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Innovative Technologies acquires Kubco Services

Huxley-based industrial equipment supplier Innovative Technologies has acquired Kubco Services LLC, located in Houston. Innovative Technologies specializes in centrifuges across various industries, particularly in ethanol and oil and gas. Kubco repairs and rebuilds centrifuges. The …

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa to hold 32nd annual bowling fundraiser

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa has announced its 32nd Annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake taking place throughout March and April. The event kicks off on Tuesday, March 25, from 3 to 5 p.m. …

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2018 ISU economic study outlines past impact of tariffs on ag

In a 2018 study published by Iowa State University’s Center for Agricultural and Rural Development, researchers analyzed impacts of the tariffs President Donald Trump enacted in 2018, during his first term. The analysis could provide …

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Changing tariff dynamics challenge commercial, construction sector as they build strategies for the future

Uncertainty surrounding the evolving tariffs environment is a chief concern as businesses in the commercial and construction sector try to develop strategies for navigating a path forward, industry experts said.

The U.S. enacted tariffs on …

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New JLL report illustrates growth in data center activity

Iowa and Nebraska have become emerging markets for data center development with an  anticipated 1,000 acres or more being acquired in the next 18 months for data center development, according to a report on national …

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NOTABLE TRANSACTIONS: Des Moines industrial properties sold for $6.25 million

Industrial properties in the southern part of Des Moines have been acquired by a local entity, Polk County real estate records show.

Susa Capital LLC, located in Waukee, paid Mid America Development Co. $6.25 million …

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SBA announces 2025 Iowa Small Business Persons of the Year

The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Iowa district office has announced the 2025 Iowa Small Business Persons of the Year. The SBA is recognizing Perry-based Percival Scientific’s President and CEO Jake Oakland, Vice President of Sales …

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New charter school Des Moines Prep wants close ties with business community

A building at 106 E. Locust St. in Des Moines is being remodeled so that it can be used for a high school. Des Moines Prep, a new charter high school, is expected to open…
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Bankers Association awards five scholarships during state boys’ basketball tournament

One student from each class in the Iowa High School Boys’ State Basketball Tournament was awarded a $1,000 scholarship at the college of his choice from the Iowa Bankers Association at the tournament championships on March 14. Scholarship …