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Principal Foundation announces 2024 winner and finalists of Money Chronicles

The Principal Foundation has announced one winner and 19 finalists for its second “Money Chronicles: A Story Initiative” national short-story contest that invited people to share stories about experiences with money and personal finances. This year’s winner was Genevieve Abravanel from Lancaster, Pa., with the story “These Dark Woods.” The winner and all finalists’ stories will be…

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The Polk County Health Department has released its 2023-2024 annual report, which highlights the department’s efforts to support public health, including addressing community issues and fostering health equity. Polk County’s initiatives over the last year included the Ribbons of Hope Program, which provided over 1,800 free cancer screenings; the Talk It Up, Lock It Up…

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Ankeny City Council seeking applicants for vacant council seat

The Ankeny City Council is accepting applications to fill a vacant council seat. The seat opened after Bobbi Bentz’s appointment as mayor. Ankeny residents who are at least 18 years old and are interested in serving on the City Council can apply online until noon Jan. 10, 2025. Applications will be reviewed, and a new council member will…

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A look back at the most-read Business Record stories in 2024

In the last year, the Business Record covered the array of news and stories coming out of Central Iowa’s business community, including numerous leadership handoffs, the effect of artificial intelligence on technology leadership and cybersecurity, workforce needs in the health care sector and progress on many new commercial and residential developments across the region. Every…

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BPC 2024 News Changemakers Awards

Each year, the Business Record reflects on a year in the news and recognizes the people and stories that shaped Central Iowa’s business community.  Business Publications Corp.’s second annual News Changemakers Awards honor six community leaders in four different categories: Business Leader Legacy Award, Cultural Leader Legacy Award, Business Leader Newcomer of the Year and…

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What they’re checking out: Week of Dec. 27

As an ongoing feature, staff members at the Des Moines Public Library will recommend a business-related book to add to your reading list. Find this and more books like it at any of the Des Moines Public Library’s six locations and online at dmpl.org. And find information on how to get a FREE library card…

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