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Mainstreet index indicates growth

Mainstreet index indicates growth The Creighton University Rural Mainstreet Index in December reached its highest level since June 2007. The index rose to 59.7 from 58.4 in November and 52.9 in October. Readings above 50…
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Community Choice receives naming rights to Vets Auditorium

The Polk County Board of Supervisors, in conjunction with the Iowa Events Center management company Global Spectrum, announced that it has entered into a 10-year, $2.5 million agreement with Community Choice Credit Union.

As part …

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Economic development board gives incentives to create 142 new jobs

The new Iowa Economic Development Authority board approved awards that will create up to 142 jobs and retain another 17 jobs at its second official board meeting Thursday.

The board approved assistance for planned or …

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Economy is high stressor, index says

Economy is high stressor, index says  Half of retirees (52 percent) and two out of five workers (42 percent) reported a high stress level with regard to the economy, according to Principal Financial Group Inc.’s…
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A little downside this week after good news on jobs and retail sales last week

Growth in the U.S. service sector eased last month, and new orders for factory goods fell in October, Reuters reported.

The Institute for Supply Management said today that its services index fell unexpectedly to 52 …

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Updates to be given for year-round indoor training center

Representatives from the Iowa Soccer Association and the Iowa Barnstormers will join Des Moines Mayor Frank Cownie, Polk County Supervisor John Mauro and state Sen. Matt McCoy to talk about the development of the proposed …

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Capital Crossroads: Physical Capital

What is Capital Crossroads:
Capital Crossroads is a regional planning effort headed up by leaders in Greater Des Moines and surrounding communities.

What is Physical Capital:
The Physical Capital section of the Capital Crossroads long-term …

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Economic outlook higher in 4th quarter in Iowa

Economic outlook higher in 4th quarter in Iowa The Iowa Business Council (IBC) Overall Economic Outlook Survey Index rose to 62 in the fourth quarter. The index reading is nearly five points higher than three…
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Iowa Leading Indicators Index up slightly

Iowa Leading Indicators Index up slightly    The Iowa Department of Revenue’s Iowa Leading Indicators Index recorded a positive change of 0.1 percent in October after a loss of 0.1 percent in September and a…
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Construction spending increased in October

Construction spending increased in October Construction spending was up for a third straight month nationwide in October, according to the Associated General Contractors of America. Total construction spending was up 0.8 percent from September, and…