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Iowa ag department moving to Hoover Building July 1

1 day ago | businessrecord.com | Michael Crumb |Kathy A. Bolten

The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship will move to the Hoover State Office Building, at 1305 E. Walnut St., beginning July 1. The department left the Henry A. Wallace State Office Building at the end of June after calling it home for more than 40 years. The department’s offices will be on the fifth floor.
Marshalltown chamber joins Partnership affiliate network

1 day ago | businessrecord.com | Michael Crumb |Kathy A. Bolten

The Greater Des Moines Partnership announced today it has added the Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce to its Regional Affiliate Chamber network. Members of the Marshalltown Area Chamber are now automatically members of the Partnership and gain access to resources and tools such as small business programming, leadership training, marketing and storytelling support. Marshall County is one of 12 served by the Partnership.
Willkie House announces new executive director

2 days ago | businessrecord.com | Michael Crumb |Kathy A. Bolten

| Jun 25, 2025 | 3:35 pm | 1 min read time | 183 words | All Latest News, Key Leadership Changes, Nonprofits and Philanthropy Willkie House, a Des Moines nonprofit that supports families and youth with after-school programming, has appointed Weslyn Caldwell as its new executive director. She succeeds Alex Rice, who recently became executive director of the Iowa Nonprofit Alliance.
Downtown Farmers’ Market to host 50th season celebration

2 days ago | businessrecord.com | Michael Crumb |Kathy A. Bolten

The Downtown Farmers’ Market will commemorate its 50th season with a celebratory event on Saturday, July 26. The celebration begins with the market’s opening bell at 7 a.m. and continues into the afternoon with extended market hours from noon to 3:30 p.m. The afternoon celebration will feature more than 140 market vendors and live local music located near the Historic Courthouse on Fifth Avenue, including performances from acts including BYOBrass and The Sheet.
Meals from the Heartland surpasses 1 million local meals distributed

2 days ago | businessrecord.com | Michael Crumb |Kathy A. Bolten

Meals from the Heartland has announced more than 1 million meals have been distributed to food banks and food pantries across Iowa as of June 1, surpassing the 952,000 local meals distributed in all of 2024. As food insecurity continues to rise in Iowa, Meals from the Heartland is committed to ensuring no Iowan goes hungry, the nonprofit said in a news release.
Downtown chamber rebrands as Des Moines Chamber of Commerce

2 days ago | businessrecord.com | Michael Crumb |Kathy A. Bolten |Lisa Rossi

The Des Moines Downtown Chamber of Commerce has announced a new chapter. Effective immediately, it will operate under a new name – the Des Moines Chamber of Commerce. The strategic rebrand reflects the chamber’s mission to expand its reach, enhance its services and continue championing the interests of small businesses citywide, according to a press release. “It opens the doors for more opportunities for the members, and also, the support that we already have for the city.
Iowa Ortho plans new medical facility in Waukee - Business Record

2 days ago | businessrecord.com | Kathy A. Bolten |Michael Crumb |Gigi Wood

Iowa Orthopedics plans to open a new medical facility in Kettlestone Central, a new mixed-use development in Waukee. The new facility, which will include orthopedic and urgent injury clinics, physical therapy and MRI services, is expected to open in spring 2026 at 2425 Grand Prairie Parkway. The 15,843-square-foot building will be constructed with mostly brick and metal wall panels. The site plan has been approved by both the Waukee City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission.
Urbandale Downtown Master Plan advances

2 days ago | businessrecord.com | Kathy A. Bolten |Michael Crumb |Gigi Wood

The Urbandale City Council has approved the city’s proposed Downtown Master Plan which is designed to revitalize the city’s downtown to create a multi-use district that can be a destination for the community and region. The council unanimously approved the plan on June 16. City staff met with downtown stakeholders in February and held open houses to gather public input in April and May before taking the plan before council.
Soccer stadium moving forward with infrastructure work planned to start next spring - Business Record

2 days ago | businessrecord.com | Michael Crumb |Kathy A. Bolten

Infrastructure work that needs to be done in advance of the construction of the proposed Pro Iowa Soccer Stadium and Global Plaza is expected to begin in spring 2026 as members of the board overseeing the project concede they won’t likely be able to close a $23.1 million funding gap. The project, which organizers say will add to the vibrancy of downtown Des Moines and be an economic driver and draw workers to the region, will have to be re-engineered to mirror the funding that is available.
Funeral for Michael "Mike" Carver planned for July 2

2 days ago | businessrecord.com | Kathy A. Bolten |Michael Crumb |Gigi Wood

Michael Carver, a banker and long-time commercial real estate broker in the Des Moines market, died May 27. He was 83. Carver was born in Rochester, Minn., and grew up in Waverly, where he worked for his father, who owned Carver Lumber. He attended the University of Iowa, where he played men’s basketball for three years. He also served six years with the U.S. Army Reserves. Carver moved to Des Moines in 1965, and began his many years of service to the community.