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Economic Development

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Making it easier to open a small business in Des Moines

Chef and restaurant owner Joe Tripp had hoped to have his newest eating establishment – Basic Bird – up and running last summer.

But the new restaurant won’t open until January, Tripp said. The reason? …

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Boesen: ‘We want businesses to locate in downtown Des Moines’

Over 1 million square feet of office space is vacant in downtown Des Moines, according to CBRE Inc.’s third-quarter market report. There are also empty retail spaces and a smattering of vacant lots and little-used …

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Rural mainstreet index drops to lowest level in over 3 years

The rural mainstreet index fell below growth neutral for a third straight month to a 40.4 reading in November, its lowest mark since 2020 and a four-point dip from October’s 44.4.

“This is the weakest …

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2023 Envision Main Event

The Business Record recently held the in-person conclusion to its Envision Iowa event series. The event focused specifically on analyzing the results of the second annual Envision Iowa Statewide Leaders Economic Outlook Survey. The survey …

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A Closer Look: Jimmy Olsen

For decades, Jimmy Olsen has claimed the moniker “The most recognized name in Central Iowa.” 

The 30-plus-year radio personality, event emcee and small business owner began playing into the name he shares with the fictional …

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Envision Iowa: Leaders offer outlook on jobs, social infrastructure in statewide report

More attention needs to be given to develop the skills that are needed and the talent pipeline that will be needed, business leaders said in response to a survey measuring the economic outlook for 2024 …

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IEDA approves $1.5 million award for Independence-based food manufacturer’s new facility

The Iowa Economic Development Authority Board awarded $1.5 million in direct financial assistance at its Nov. 17 meeting to a newly formed Independence-based food products manufacturer.

According to an investment summary and news release from …

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Microsoft plans a 6th data center in West Des Moines

Microsoft Inc., the Washington-based technology giant, plans to build a sixth data center in West Des Moines, the City Council learned Monday.

The proposed data center is planned on about 103 acres on the southwest …

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New report shows economic impact of arts and culture on Central Iowa

Nonprofit arts and cultural organizations and events contribute nearly $310 million a year to the Central Iowa economy, according to a report released last week.

The report, the result of a survey done in partnership …

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Partnership to unveil state legislative priorities at Dec. 12 breakfast

The Greater Des Moines Partnership announced that the 2023 Legislative Leadership Breakfast will take place from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Dec. 12 at the Des Moines Embassy Club West. During the event, a panel of …