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Keeping a community gem shining

Deidre DeJear remembers attending Teree Caldwell-Johnson’s memorial service, walking away not feeling sad or with a sense of loss of her friend, but inspired.

She said there were so many stories that were shared during …

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‘An important part of my origin story’

Harry Smith’s 40-year career in journalism, the majority serving as an anchor and reporter for NBC News and CBS News, took him around the world. 

He’s interviewed U.S. presidents, global political figures and celebrities and …

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Sorensen talks about years as IBA’s president, CEO

John Sorensen knew how to organize a spreadsheet when he joined the Iowa Bankers Association 38 years ago but little about banking.

Sorensen was an accounting major at the University of Northern Iowa and worked …

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Iowa Genealogical Society to relocate to Butler Mansion

The Iowa Genealogical Society, whose library includes thousands of books, periodicals and microforms, plans to relocate to an iconic building south of Des Moines’ downtown in space that will allow the group to expand its …

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Iowa manufacturers outline advancements, challenges from integrating AI, robotics, vision systems to production

As an industry already familiar with implementing advanced technology, Iowa’s manufacturing sector is one to watch as everything from robotic and automation technologies to solutions powered by artificial intelligence become more sophisticated and companies must …

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IBC’s 2024 Competitive Dashboard shows manufacturing sector continues to lead Iowa’s economy

Iowa’s gross state product saw a more than 9.5% increase year over year in 2023, and the state’s median household income rose by 6%, suggesting continued annual economic growth, according to the Iowa Business Council’s …

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Iowa House GOP leader ‘pretty confident’ 2024 will bring more action on taxes

With four days to go before the Iowa House of Representatives and Senate gaveled in the 2024 legislative session, House Speaker Pat Grassley told the Business Record he felt “pretty confident” that the GOP majority …

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Insurance ‘vital and growing industry’ in Iowa

Jim Lewis’ mantra for doing anything is “start with the why.” 

In September, the 62-year-old entrepreneur was named executive director of the Vaughan Institute of Risk Management and Insurance at the University of Iowa Tippie …

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Obesity presents significant economic challenges in Iowa, new report shows

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Shaping the Future

Much has changed since the COVID-19 pandemic, from the way we work and learn to how we interact and socialize. Overcoming the many challenges has led to innovation and adaptation in the world of academia, …