Global Insurance Symposium Announces Event Headliners

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds will deliver opening remarks at the June 2021 event in Des Moines.

Des Moines Area Bankruptcies In Year Of COVID-19: See Data

Bankruptcy filings were down in Polk County last year, but experts expect them to surge in coming years.

How Reliable Is Your Iowa Electric Utility?

See how well utility providers in the Des Moines area and across IA serve local customers.

Global Insurance Symposium Returns as Hybrid Event in June 2021

Virtual and in-person registration options now open for Des Moines event.

Global Insurance Symposium Returns to Des Moines April 2021

The international event will feature new tech, networking and business growth.

Utah-Based Chairman Of 6 Des Moines Auto Dealerships Dies Of Coronavirus

The chairman of a company that owns six major Des Moines area auto dealerships died Sunday of COVID-19, the DeseretNews reported.

Despite Closure Orders, Some Des Moines Stores Are Staying Open

Despite Gov. Kim Reynolds’ order closing additional retail stores Friday, the narrow list continues to allow everyone from big-box store ...

Survey: Central Iowa Businesses Shake Up Operations Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

Eighty Central Iowa businesses said they need help, and 80 offered to help others.

Greater Des Moines Partnership Launches Site To Help Businesses Find Temp Workers

The Greater Des Moines Partnership has launched DSM Employment Ready, an initiative to help businesses find temporary workers.

Hy-Vee Will Repurpose Fulfillment Centers, Leaving Current Jobs In Limbo

The West Des Moines-based grocery company will permanently end filling online grocery orders — raising questions about employee jobs.

NF Protein Announces New VP of Global Business Development

Ray Abner has 30 years of experience in the animal health.nutrition industries; he will handle global sales, distribution and clients.

ITA Group CEO Tom Mahoney to Retire, Remain on Board

- President Brent Vander Waal Named CEO of West Des Moines-based Company

ITA Group Honored By Fortune Magazine

Company cited for “Best Workplaces for Women” & “Best Small & Medium Workplaces”

Bottle & Bottega Opens First Iowa Studio in Des Moines

Chic and Sophisticated Art and Wine Studio Debuts in Des Moines

Toys R Us Closing 2 Iowa Locations

The struggling toy retailer is downsizing as it attempts to emerge from bankruptcy protection; two Iowa stores will close.

Fairground Hardware Owner Laments Des Moines Store's Closing

An auction Saturday morning will clear out the remaining inventory, fixtures and decor from the business that started 75 years ago.

Airbnb Sees Iowa Growth More Than Double Over 2016

Iowa rentals listed on Airbnb.com for 2017 generated $5.8 million from travelers booking their homes.

Business Group Pledges To Hire 30K Interns, Apprentices By 2025

The program begins in early 2018 with a goal of improving Iowa's talent pool by offering skills employers need.

Des Moines Chosen As Launch City For Facebook 'Community Boost'

Facebook plans to train entrepreneurs, business owners and job seekers on digital and social media skills used in business today.

Medical Marijuana Production Company Coming To Des Moines

The state intends to grant a license to MedPharm Iowa, owned by Kemin Industries President and CEO Dr. Chris Nelson.

Bottle & Bottega Signs Lease on Permanent Studio Location

Art and Wine Concept Launching Chic and Sophisticated New Studio in Des Moines

Des Moines' Meredith Corp. To Purchase Time Inc. For $2.8 Billion

The transaction will add iconic news, business and sports publications to Meredith's portfolio of lifestyles brands.

Restaurants Being Scaled Back In 7 Area Hy-Vee Stores

New Market Grille Express locations will have breakfast and lunch/dinner menus that are scaled back from current offerings.

68 Iowa Nursing Homes Rated As Top Performing

These Iowa nursing homes provide the absolute best care in the state, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Des Moines Commute Least Stressful Among U.S. Cities

Of 27 major cities studied, Des Moines also has one of the shortest travel times, placing 26th.

It's Open: Outlets Of Des Moines Welcomes Shoppers By The Thousands

Construction on the Outlets of Des Moines mall began 16 months ago and shoppers were ready to check out deals and new retailers today.

Luring Amazon: Could Des Moines Metro Area Handle 50,000 More Workers?

Des Moines hopes to attract Amazon's new headquarters, but one group says that could come with sharp increases in housing and rent costs.

Outlets Of Des Moines Workers Prepare To Welcome First Guests At Charity Event Thursday Night

From Asics to Zales, the stores at Outlets of Des Moines are in high gear to open Thursday with a charity preview to Friday's grand opening.

Closing Bank Branch In Des Moines Follows Bank Of America Trend For Past Two Years

The south-side Bank of America branch closing next month marks the second office in Des Moines the company will have shut in 18 months.

Des Moines Air Travel Options Expand With New Frontier Route

Travelers will find nonstop direct flights from Des Moines to San Francisco seasonally and year-round flights to Orlando by spring.

Ice Cream Season Ends Sunday at Granny's Sweet Freeze in Des Moines

Summer is officially over: Granny's Sweet Freeze will dish up its last treats of the season on Sunday.

Des Moines' Campbell's Nutrition Store Looking Good At 80 Years Old

Des Moines' oldest health food store, Campbell's Nutrition, will show you it's so much more than that when it celebrates 80 years Saturday.

East Village In Des Moines Is New Home To West Elm Store Featuring Local Artistans' Work

West Elm Des Moines will offer home goods for modern living and showcase work by seven area designers and makers in its downtown store.