New collaboration will grow fresh produce directly for pantry families Urbandale Iowa – May 8, 2026 – The Urbandale Food Pantry will officially begin installation and planting of its new community garden on Friday, May 8 through a collaboration with local Master Gardeners to grow fresh produce directly for families
Read More →More Than 300 Business Professionals to Attend the Event URBANDALE, Iowa, Feb. 12, 2026 — The Central Iowa Business Conference, the premier event for businesses across Iowa, will host three keynote speakers, including experts in Artificial Intelligence, Business Succession Planning, and Professional Civility at the Prairie Meadows Event Center on
Read More →DES MOINES, Iowa — This summer, Drake University will offer students of all ages a myriad of opportunities to immerse themselves in a college campus environment. Students can explore their diverse interests, develop their athletic skills, and prepare for their academic futures across fields such as vocal performance, healthcare, journalism,
Read More →(West Des Moines, Iowa – April 29, 2026) — Bank Iowa today announced that Jason Herrboldt will become president and chief executive officer, as longtime leader Jim Plagge plans to retire after more than a decade in the role. The leadership transition comes as the family-owned bank marks its 50th
Read More →DES MOINES, Iowa– Common Sense Institute (CSI) announced the addition of Liz Keehner to its Board of Directors, bringing deep experience in venture capital and economic development to the organization. Keehner currently serves as President of the Iowa Venture Capital Association (IVCA), where she leads efforts to strengthen Iowa’s innovation
Read More →SAINT PAUL, Minn. – The National Hockey League’s (NHL) Minnesota Wild today named Maria Troje President and Alternate Governor of the Iowa Wild in the American Hockey League (AHL). As president of the Iowa Wild, Troje will oversee the business operations of the organization. She will continue in her role as Senior Vice
Read More →Seven athletes from Chow’s Gymnastics & Dance Institute won team titles at both Level 7 and Level 9, collecting 35 total medals against more than 200 clubs from across the western United States. DES MOINES, Iowa, May 1, 2026 — Seven boys gymnasts from Chow’s Gymnastics & Dance Institute in
Read More →Des Moines Public Schools Night on May 30, Student-Athlete Recognition, and Free Youth Clinics Highlight Collaboration Presented by Bank of America The Des Moines Menace and Des Moines Public Schools (DMPS) today announced a new community partnership for the 2026 season, creating meaningful opportunities for students, families, and educators
Read More →Johnston, Iowa — xBk owner Tobi Parks will be featured in an upcoming episode of Iowa PBS’s Iowa Life, a magazine-style series uncovering the diverse tapestry of Iowa’s people, cultures and stories. The episode will premiere Monday, May 11 at 9:30 p.m. It will be rebroadcast Saturday, May 16 at 5:30
Read More →Retail businesses in The Avenues of Ingersoll & Grand district are encouraging residents to shop local through a grassroots “Shop Small” campaign during National Small Business Week, May 3-9. Visitors can pick up free stickers at numerous locations and are encouraged to share their experience on social media, tagging @theavenuesdsm.
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