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End of an era

Photo by Duane Tinkey.

Crews began work this week to remove Wells Fargo signage from the arena that will soon be named Casey’s Center.

The name change was announced last fall. Ankeny-based Casey’s General Stores …

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Iowa State Fair announces promotions, staff realignment

Iowa State Fair CEO Jeremy Parsons has announced a realignment of the fair’s organizational structure, including the creation of four strategic teams to help the organization operate more efficiently and prepare for the future. To …

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NOTEBOOK: ClaimDOC claims desk used by NBC during caucuses

A desk used in podcasts produced by ClaimDOC was made by Des Moines-based West End Architectural Salvage for use by NBC during the 2020 Iowa caucuses. ClaimDOC acquired the desk and other NBC memorabilia for…
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Summer Reading Challenge starts Saturday

The Des Moines Public Library’s Summer Reading Challenge launches Saturday at all six DMPL locations and online at dmpl.org. For adults, the Camp Read S’more program encourages people to make time for reading, as well …

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West Des Moines Leadership Academy graduates class and breaks fundraising record

The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce has announced the graduation of the 2025 West Des Moines Leadership Academy. During the nine-month program, participants built leadership skills through hands-on learning, critical thinking and a community …

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Iowa SHARES award to be presented at 2025 Iowa Hunger Summit

The World Food Prize Foundation announced Ann McGlynn, founder and executive director of Tapestry Farms in Davenport as the recipient of the 2025 Robert D. Ray Iowa SHARES Humanitarian Award. McGlynn is recognized for her …

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Changes beginning at Wells Fargo in preparation for change to Casey’s Center

Work to change signage at Wells Fargo Arena in preparation for its name change to Casey’s Center will begin Monday. Image by Oak View Group.

Changes will soon be seen at Wells Fargo Arena as …

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Des Moines Arts Festival announces G. David Hurd Innovator in the Arts recipient

The Des Moines Arts Festival has announced Jill Wells as the ninth recipient of the G. David Hurd Innovator in the Arts. The recognition is given each year to an individual or organization that “fully …

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Federal funding cuts to arts institutions hit home

Several works showcased in the “Light Within Ourselves” exhibit at the Des Moines Art Center. The exhibit runs until Sept. 7. Image courtesy of the Des Moines Art Center

The Des Moines Art Center and Waterloo …

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Strable shares corporate giving insights at Principal Charity Classic

Principal Financial Group CEO Deanna Strable speaks at the 19th annual Principal Charity Classic, held May 28-June 1 at the Wakonda Club in Des Moines. Image courtesy of Principal Charity Classic

The CEO of Iowa’s …