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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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Ankeny council approves development agreement for Mrs. Clark’s expansion

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The Ankeny City Council voted Monday to approve a development agreement for a $25 million expansion of the Mrs. Clark’s production facility.

According to the agreement, the company plans to expand its facility …

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Number of people employed in Iowa increases

The number of Iowans working in the state increased to 1,664,100 in January, the highest it’s been since June 2023, new data from Iowa Workforce Development shows.

In December, 1,661,400 Iowans were employed, and in …

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Public invited to review Ankeny’s South Ankeny Boulevard revitalization plan

The city of Ankeny is hosting an open house on March 24 from 4 to 7 p.m. at New City Church for the public to review the nearly complete South Ankeny Boulevard Revitalization Plan. The …

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Ankeny council considers expansion agreement with Mrs. Clark’s

Mrs. Clark’s Foods plans to expand its facility in Ankeny by 90,000-100,000 square feet to increase its production capacity. The Ankeny City Council is scheduled to consider a development agreement for the expansion during its…
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Iowa Women’s Foundation continues to address the child care crisis in Iowa

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Interactive workforce development map launched for Central Iowa

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Capital Crossroads and the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s DSM Workforce Collaborative have launched the Capital Crossroads Workforce Development Ecosystem Map, which offers a visual representation of workforce …

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SBA’s new Made in America initiative aims to cut $100B in regulation costs

U.S. Small Business Administration officials announced the agency’s new Made in America Manufacturing Initiative, designed to reduce red tape and regulatory costs, as well as offer resources to manufacturers.

As part of the Made in America Manufacturing …

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Main Street Iowa communities note private investment milestones

Seven Main Street Iowa communities have reached private funding benchmarks, the Iowa Economic Development Authority recently announced.

The Main Street Iowa program provides funding, technical support and resources to improve commercial districts throughout the state. …

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IEDA board approves contract for N.W. Iowa disaster recovery

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The Iowa Economic Development Authority board on Friday approved entering a contract not to exceed $136,000 with Virginia-based ICF Incorporated LLC to help with flood recovery in …

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