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West Des Moines chamber to host YURtern Alumni Social

The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce announced it will invite alumni of its professional development program, YURtern, to celebrate the program’s seventh year. More than 1,300 student interns have been part of the program …

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Merle Hay Mall keeps eye on arena project despite Bucs’ withdrawal from talks

A digital rendering shows what a Des Moines Buccaneers area would have looked like at Merle Hay Mall. The hockey team notified the mall and city leaders that it has withdrawn from negotiations for the…
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Vendor list announced for 2024 World Food & Music Festival

The vendor list for the World Food & Music Festival was announced recently in a news release. This year’s festival will feature 59 food vendors from 30 countries, including 15 new vendors and six vendors …

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DSM Fellowship Program announces graduates of 2024 cohort

The Greater Des Moines Partnership announced the 2024 graduating class of the DSM Fellowship Program, a professional development initiative aimed at attracting, developing and retaining young talent. The program involves young professionals with up to …

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The Photo Issue 2024: Cathy Padilla

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I have always loved traveling, and I picked up cycling about three or four years ago, and then I started blending the two. I am not a die-hard …

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The Photo Issue 2024: Brooke Findley

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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

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: Dave Keith

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One of my hobbies is woodworking, when I have the time. My woodworking skills have given me the opportunity to build furniture and wood decor pieces from either …

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The Photo Issue 2024: Paula Bell

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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 Photo Issue 2024: Dylan DeClerck

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I play Ultimate Frisbee professionally for the Minnesota Wind Chill in the Ultimate Frisbee Association, have competed for multiple club teams at the USA Ultimate National Championships and …