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Iowa State Fair brings nostalgia, new experiences to fairgoers
DES MOINES — Long-time Iowa State Fairgoer Jeff Rotert, 60, of Altoona, IA, hasn’t missed the event in 55 years. Rotert takes joy in sharing the fair experience — he initiates newcomers to the fair scene, takes his grandchildren on rides, and brings back salted nut rolls for his elderly neighbors.
Siouxland communities receiving part of $37M in tax credits for housing projects
Gov. Reynolds and the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) announced Tuesday that more than $37 million in Workforce Housing Tax Credits to use for developed housing across the state.
Neumann Brothers accepting applications for 2024 Heart Fund grants
Neumann Brothers Inc., a Des Moines-based general contractor, is now accepting applications for its annual Neumann Heart Fund grant program. The employee-led charitable initiative will award $20,000 to Central Iowa nonprofits this coming October. Iowa nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit tax status and missions addressing homelessness, food insecurity and first-responder support are encouraged to apply. Applications are reviewed and scored by an internal committee of Neumann employees. “The Heart Fund is led by the ‘heart’ of our organization — our employees — and the issues prevalent in the communities we work in,” said Mike Simpson, president and CEO of Neumann, in a prepared statement. To apply, complete a brief online form on Neumann’s website. Applications are due Sept. 13.
$3.7 million available to help food projects, here's how to apply
(KOAM) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Heartland Regional Food Business Center (RFBC) have announced over $3.7 million in Business Builder Grants intended to empower small, mid-sized, and diverse food and farm entrepreneurs across Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Nebraska, and northwest Arkansas.
From Iowa To Texas: The Incredible Ride Honoring WASP of WWII
The National Women Air Force Service Pilots (WASP) WWII Museum in Sweetwater, Texas, is preparing to honor veteran and avid cyclist Larry Ritland as he embarks on his "WASP Legacy Ride." This remarkable journey, set to take place from September 1 to 28, 2024, will see Ritland cycle from Iowa to Texas in tribute to the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II. Ritland is a Vietnam veteran and is a proud 42-year member of the American Legion.
One In 10 Iowans Has Unclaimed Money In ‘Great Iowa Treasure Hunt’
State Treasurer Roby Smith (on right) presents check to David Kilpatrick of Des Moines Community Playhouse,with work underway on stage for next theatrical production. (RI photo) Des Moines, Iowa — State Treasurer Roby Smith says it’s not just individuals who may find money in the “Great Iowa Treasure Hunt” managed...
Pre-Season Cross Country Rankings Released
(Area) — The Iowa Association of Track Coaches have released its Team and Individual Pre-Season Rankings for the 2024 season. In Class 1A, ACGC Boys are ranked #3 — the Chargers finished 2nd at last year’s state meet. Lake Mills is #1 followed by Earlham and then the Chargers while Danville and Ankeny Christian round out the top 5 1A boys. Woodbine is 9th and IKM Manning is 17th.
After Cuts Alpha Relaunches Local Morning Show In Iowa
Joe Swanson, who served as cluster Production Director while hosting middays on Country 95.9 KCOB-FM and afternoons on KRTI until exiting in the May cuts, has returned to the cluster to host mornings with Sarah Jorges. Jorges, who also works as an Account Executive at the cluster, had remained in her off-air role following the staff purge. She previously spent eight years in mornings with former Program Director Jaime Grout.
REMAX TO HOST WEBINAR ON NEW REAL ESTATE LAWS
IF YOU HAVE BEEN THINKING ABOUT BUYING A HOME OR PROPERTY IN IOWA, SOME LAWS HAVE CHANGED IN THE LAST SIX WEEKS. AS OF JULY 1ST, REAL ESTATE BUYERS AND BUYER AGENTS IN THE STATE OF IOWA ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A BUYER REPRESENTATION AGREEMENT IN PLACE PRIOR TO THE AGENT OFFERING SERVICES INCLUDING SHOWING A HOME OR PROPERTY.
Des Moines Public Libraries host back-to-school events for children
DES MOINES, Iowa — The first day of school for some central Iowa students is just days away and the Des Moines Library wants to make sure each of them is ready to go to get on the bus. The library is hosting School Bus Storytimes ahead of the...
Minority Owned Business Summit coming up
Industry leaders will be on hand to inform and inspire small business owners, entrepreneurs, and those who want to own their own business. Monica Goodlet and Angie Williams from the Ankeny Area Chamber share details on the second annual Minority Owned Business Summit. Ankeny.org. This segment is sponsored.
Iowa man fired after passing out at a work-assigned ‘happy hour’ event
An Iowa man who was fired after passing out at a work-assigned “happy hour” event at a brewery is not entitled to jobless benefits, a judge has ruled. State records indicate Garrett Lomeli worked as an area manager for Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, a wine wholesaler located in Urbandale, until his dismissal in early […]
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