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FedEx lays off 84 in Des Moines

FedEx has submitted its required documentation announcing the mass layoff of 84 people at its 700 S.W. Ninth St. facility, effective June 30. FedEx officials announced the layoffs to the public Monday, saying the layoffs are part …

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Iowa DOT trying new, potentially safer pothole-filling machine

The Iowa Department of Transportation is testing a new pothole-filling system. Traditionally, the Iowa DOT has filled potholes using conventional hot and cold mix pothole-filling solutions that pair a dump truck and a trailer-mounted hopper, …

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Report analyzes potential economic benefits of new hands-free driving law

Iowa’s new hands-free driving law took effect Tuesday, banning the use of handheld cellphones while driving. Photo courtesy Getty Images

Iowa’s newly passed hands-free driving law went into effect Tuesday, and a report from Common …

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New parking garage at DSM International Airport opens

The new parking garage at Des Moines International Airport opened this week, adding 1,100 covered spaces for travelers and marking a milestone in the airport improvement project which includes construction of a new terminal. Photo…
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FedEx laying off workers as part of long-term strategy

FedEx officials recently announced they will be laying off 84 workers at the company’s 700 S.W. Ninth St. facility in downtown Des Moines. Company officials said the layoffs are part of a multi-year strategy to implement FedEx’s …

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DART begins process of drafting new network

DART is beginning to draft a redesigned network as part of its Reimagine DART effort. The draft is expected to go before the DART commission in September, followed by more public input before the commission…
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City council approves first downtown rideshare hub

City of Des Moines staff, in partnership with Polk County and Operation Downtown, an initiative of the Greater Des Moines Partnership, have announced the approval of a rideshare hub to improve public safety and mobility …

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Des Moines International Airport unveils new logo

The Des Moines International Airport has unveiled a new logo as the airport prepares to open its new terminal in early 2027. The new branding aims to create a “bold modern look” and reflect the …

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Interstate designation for Highways 65/5 passes legislative hurdle

The Iowa House and Senate this week passed a bill that paves the way for a portion of U.S. Highway 65 and Iowa Highway 5 to be designated as a federal interstate, sending the bill …

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DART scraps electric bus program

The photo above is one of the Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority’s electric buses, which were introduced to the community in the fall of 2020 and went into service in early 2021. They were…