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To the top of the tower
From the top floor of the 515 Walnut Tower you can see the Des Moines metro roll out in front of you, the views cutting through even the darkest and gloomiest fall mornings. The Business Record toured the 33-story high-rise residential building on Wednesday, Sept. 30, riding the yellow freight elevator up the side of…
Downtown Des Moines could get new entertainment district
Polk County wants to study more than 12 acres around the Iowa Events Center.
Drake football tops Davidson 30-22 in Des Moines
Drake football tops Davidson 30-22 in Des Moines
Mercy Health Sciences University announces record fall enrollment
Mercy Health Sciences University enrolled 1,003 students for fall 2026, the highest enrollment in the institution’s 127-year history. The total, which includes 399 new students, represents a 7.5% increase from fall 2025 and surpasses the previous record of 956 students set in fall 2021. The Des Moines institution, formerly Mercy College of Health Sciences, recently…
Mercy Health Sciences University announces record fall enrollment
Mercy Health Sciences University enrolled 1,003 students for fall 2026, the highest enrollment in the institution’s 127-year history. The total, which includes 399 new students, represents a 7.5% increase from fall 2025 and surpasses the previous record of 956 students set in fall 2021. The Des Moines institution, formerly Mercy College of Health Sciences, recently…
YPC annual gala set for Nov. 20 in Des Moines
Young Professionals Connection will host its 2026 Annual Gala from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Nov. 20 at The Shop DSM in downtown Des Moines. This year’s theme, “Welcome to YPC,” will highlight what the organization describes as Greater Des Moines’ combination of big-city opportunities and small-town connections. The event will include dinner, networking, a keynote…
On the Move: Week of October 2
Angela GrundmeyerDes Moines University Medicine and Health SciencesPromoted to inaugural director of the new Doctor of Medical Science program Brian BuetheMidwest HeritageHired as business development officerbrian.buethe@midwestheritage.com
Local high school football highlights and scores (10-1-26)
Here’s a look at our local high school football highlights and scores from October 1st, 2026: Iowa Sioux City East vs. Des Moines Roosevelt G-T/R-A 66, St. Edmond 12 Nebraska Pierce 40, Norfolk Catholic 12 All-Nations League Walthill 54, Flandreau Indian 6
New CEO selected to lead Proteus
Proteus Inc. has named Sarah Zeidler its new CEO. Zeidler will join the Des Moines-based nonprofit in mid-October, succeeding Daniel Zinnel, who stepped down in July to become CEO of Orchard Place. Zeidler most recently served as executive director of oncology services at UnityPoint Health’s John Stoddard Cancer Center. She also serves on the boards…
$46.8 million townhome development planned in Ankeny
Hubbell Realty Co. plans to develop a $46.8 million rental townhome community on Ankeny’s northeast side, adding 200 units to one of the Des Moines area’s fastest-growing communities. The 16-acre development, called Marlow 35, is planned for the northeast corner of Northeast Delaware Avenue and Northeast Ninth Street. The community will include one- and two-story…
90 Ideas in 90 Minutes: Blaire Massa
Measure belonging, not just outputCompanies are exceptionally good at measuring transactions. At Ballet Des Moines, we know exactly how many tickets we sell, how many students attend our programs, how many dollars we raise. But those numbers look backward, not forward. We wanted to find out whether people were going to come back. So we…
Central College receives $2.5 million for TRIO Talent Search program
Central College has been awarded a $500,000 annual grant from the U.S. Department of Education to continue its Federal TRIO Talent Search Program for another five years. The funding, totaling $2.5 million, will support a program that serves about 1,000 students in the Des Moines area. Talent Search provides tutoring, counseling, mentoring, career exploration and…
Des Moines welding teacher wins $75,000 prize
Chad Donahue, a welding teacher at Des Moines schools’ Central Campus, has been named a winner of the 2026 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence, earning $75,000 for the school’s welding program. Donahue is one of 25 public high school skilled trades teachers nationwide selected for the honor and one of two…
How much Class A office space is available in the CBD?
This map shows the locations of Class A office space in the Des Moines Central Business District based on data provided by brokerage firms CBRE and Colliers. Click on a site to see how many spaces are available and the total square footage in each building. Graphic created by Kate Meyer with Flourish The Central…
Des Moines seeks public input on Greenwood Park improvements
The Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department will host two public input sessions Oct. 7 to gather residents’ ideas and priorities for the future of Greenwood Park. The sessions will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. at the park. Feedback will help shape a plan for potential improvements, which…
Financial Integrators, LattaHarris form strategic partnership
Des Moines-based Financial Integrators and Cedar Rapids-based LattaHarris have entered into a strategic partnership to provide more coordinated wealth management, tax, accounting and advisory services to business owners, families and individuals. The firms will remain independent while collaborating to expand access to specialized expertise and resources and enhance client service. Financial Integrators provides wealth management…
Des Moines Art Center awarded $100,000 climate grant
The Des Moines Art Center has received a $100,000 Implementation Grant through the 2026 Frankenthaler Climate Initiative to replace the original 40-year-old air-handling system in its 1985 building, which was designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Richard Meier. The upgrade is expected to reduce energy use by an estimated 30% to 60% while improving environmental controls…
We asked: What’s something new your organization is working on?
Compiled by Emily Barske Wood and Kyle Heim Each year the Business Record’s readers cast votes for what Des Moines has to offer in a variety of business-related categories. We asked the winners: What’s something new your organization is working on? Here’s what some of them had to say. “One of the most exciting initiatives at…
IowaWORKS offers weekly hiring opportunities for Des Moines employers
IowaWORKS is offering employers an opportunity to connect with job seekers through its Grab-A-Job Tuesdays weekly hiring series at the Des Moines IowaWORKS office at 200 Army Post Road. The program allows employers to promote open positions, conduct on-the-spot interviews and screenings, and collect candidate information for follow-up. According to IowaWORKS, 50 to 150 job…
Smith takes helm of Des Moines schools
A national search could have been launched by the Des Moines school board in its search for a new superintendent. Instead, the board turned to Matt Smith, an education leader with 16 years of experience in the district who brings a deep understanding of its challenges and a plan for its future. The Sept. 15…
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences Launches Doctor of
WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (September 24, 2026) — Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has opened applications for its new Doctor of Medical Science program — the first of its kind in
ARTSwork announces new Invitational Art Fair
ARTSwork, the sister organization of the Des Moines Arts Festival, will launch a new fall event, the Invitational Art Fair, Nov. 6-7 at the Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines. The two-day event will feature 50 professional Iowa visual artists showcasing and selling original works, including ceramics, glass, jewelry, photography, printmaking and sculpture. The…
Lennar model homes expected to open in October
Lennar Corp., the second largest homebuilder in the U.S., announced today that in October model homes will be open for tours in five Central Iowa residential communities. In May, the Miami, Fla.-based company confirmed to the Business Record that it was entering the Des Moines market. At the time, company officials declined to say in…
IEDA Board approves assistance for two startups
The Iowa Economic Development Authority board approved assistance for two startups in Ankeny and Des Moines during its meeting on Sept. 18. Des Moines-based bindl Inc. is developing a software platform to help organizations that serve people experiencing homelessness coordinate services and track progress toward housing, employment and well-being goals. The company grew out of…
Iowa Judge Dismisses Trump’s Lawsuit Against The Des Moines Register
The suit challenged a poll that showed Trump trailing Kamala Harris in the final weeks of the 2024 campaign. A judge warned that similar legal challenges could have a chilling effect on news reporting.
Iowa judge dismisses Trump’s lawsuit against Des Moines Register and pollster
The judge said that allowing the lawsuit and its “faulty” claims to proceed could have a chilling effect on journalists and public debate.
Iowa judge dismisses Trump’s lawsuit against Des Moines Register and pollster
A judge in Iowa has dismissed President Donald Trump’s lawsuit against The Des Moines Register and its former pollster. Trump sued in December 2024, accusing pollster J. Ann Selzer and
New skatepark opens in West Des Moines
The city of West Des Moines has opened its new skatepark at Crossroads Park at 5205 Ashworth Road. The park features all new concrete features designed for skateboarders and scooter riders of all levels, the city said in a news release. The new concrete features include a slappy curb, box bollard, radius wedge and quarter…
Harry Smith, Harlem Quartet featured in Des Moines Symphony season debut
The Des Moines Symphony will open its 89th season Saturday and Sunday with “Unity – American Mosaic & West Side Story” at the Des Moines Civic Center. The concerts will feature journalist Harry Smith narrating Peter Boyer’s multimedia work “American Mosaic,” as well as performances by the Harlem Quartet. “American Mosaic is a work of…
2026 Women of Influence Alum of the Year: Kristi Knous
The Business Record has named Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines President Kristi Knous the 2026 Women of Influence Alum of the Year. The annual award was launched in 2024 to celebrate a past Woman of Influence who has continued making an impact since being honored by the Business Record. Knous was honored as a…
Private, public universities develop medical science doctoral programs
Des Moines University has launched a doctor of medical science program, with the University of Iowa set to do the same next year.
Gilbert & Cook announces merger with Cerity Partners
Des Moines-based wealth management firm Gilbert & Cook has announced plans to merge with Cerity Partners, a national independent wealth management firm, effective at the end of September. Gilbert & Cook has served individuals, families and business owners in Greater Des Moines and across Iowa for more than 30 years. Founded in 2009, Cerity Partners…
Chrysalis Foundation announces leadership transition
The Chrysalis Foundation has named Ellie Burns its next executive director, succeeding Terry Hernandez, who is retiring after 29 years with the organization. Burns, who will begin her new role Oct. 19, joins Chrysalis from the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines, where she served as senior director of nonprofit relations. In that role, Burns…
Iowa Clinic relocates plastic surgery departments in West Des Moines
The Iowa Clinic has relocated its Plastic Surgery and Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery departments to 1121 Jordan Creek Parkway, Suite 180, in West Des Moines. The move follows growth in both specialties, including the July launch of Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery with the addition of Drs. Audrey Ko and Douglas Casady. The new…
Boyer appointed to ABA Emerging Leaders Council
Devin Boyer, senior vice president and Central Iowa market leader for Nicolet National Bank in West Des Moines, has been appointed to the American Bankers Association’s Emerging Leaders Council for the 2026-27 association year. The council works to identify, connect and develop current and future banking leaders and helps guide ABA programming related to leadership…
Education notes: Sterling student graduates from Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences
Here's a roundup of local students and their college achievements.
Best of Des Moines: 2026 Winners
As we do each year, we asked our readers to cast votes for what Des Moines has to offer in a variety of business-related categories. These people and organizations make up an ecosystem in our region that supports the local economy and the community at large. Here’s how it worked: You voted. We checked the…
Best of Des Moines 2026: Learn about this year’s winners
As we do each year, we asked our readers to cast votes for what Des Moines has to offer in a variety of business-related categories. These people and organizations make up an ecosystem in our region that supports the local economy and the community at large. Here’s how it worked: You voted. We checked the…
Des Moines Water Works to tackle main replacements, expansion projects
The Des Moines Water Works board of directors recently adopted a 10-year capital improvement plan to invest in the city’s water system. The roughly $640 million plan includes main replacements, water quality projects, facility improvements and investments into the broader water system. The capital improvement plan outlines projects to be done in 2027 through 2036.…
Sunday hours ending Nov. 1 at Central, Franklin Avenue libraries
As the city of Des Moines faces a $12 million deficit for fiscal year 2027-2028, the Des Moines Public Library (DMPL) will see a $750,000 funding cut. The Des Moines Library Board of Trustees voted this week to eliminate Sunday hours at the Central and Franklin Avenue libraries beginning on Sunday, Nov. 1. The last…
Technologists investigate food insecurity challenges ahead of hackathon
dsmHack, an organization that brings together tech volunteers to help nonprofits, is launching a first-of-its-kind hackathon focused on issues impacting food insecurity in the Greater Des Moines metro. On Sept. 10, technologists and food security experts spent an evening at DMARC’s facility in Des Moines discussing the underlying problems exacerbating food insecurity and potential technical…
With new building to debut, Mercy nursing college becomes university
Mercy College of Health Sciences will have a new name to display on its new 23,700-square-foot nursing school in downtown Des Moines.
DMU opens applications for Iowa’s first Doctor of Medical Science program
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has opened applications for a new Doctor of Medical Science program, which the university says is the first of its kind in Iowa. The fully online, 30-credit program is designed for physician associates/assistants seeking to advance into clinical leadership, education or research roles. The cohort-based program consists of…
DMU opens applications for Iowa’s first Doctor of Medical Science program
Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has opened applications for a new Doctor of Medical Science program, which the university says is the first of its kind in Iowa. The fully online, 30-credit program is designed for physician associates/assistants seeking to advance into clinical leadership, education or research roles. The cohort-based program consists of…
Post-trial briefs in Pavilion Park trial due Oct. 9
Attorneys in a lawsuit over the sale of land in the fast-growing western Des Moines suburbs have until Oct. 9 to file post-trial briefs in the case after the trial concluded last week. The lawsuit alleges the owner of a development and brokerage firm and other entities he owns or manages, sold property in West…
Mercy College of Health Sciences becomes Mercy Health Sciences University
Mercy College of Health Sciences today announced that it has officially become Mercy Health Sciences University. According to a news release, the new name reflects the institution’s continued growth into a university designed to meet the expanding healthcare workforce needs of Iowa. Founded in 1899 as the Mercy Des Moines School of Nursing, the institution joined…
Harkin Institute, Anawim Housing launch housing accessibility initiative
The Harkin Institute for Public Policy and Citizen Engagement at Drake University and Anawim Housing have launched Affordable Access Des Moines, a collaboration aimed at integrating universal accessibility into the design and construction of affordable housing in Des Moines. The initiative, which also includes partners Hubbell Realty and Simonson Associates, will develop and test options…
Genealogy project reveals a dark side of Iowa history
What would you do if genealogy research revealed an ancestor was a crime boss? Iowa natives David and Rose Donovan turned their family discovery into a book exposing Des Moines' forgotten dark side: “The Nastiest Saloon in Iowa.”
Iowa’s arts scene has something The Kennedy Center doesn’t
After 16 years at The Kennedy Center, Monica Holt is trading D.C. for Des Moines to lead one of Iowa’s largest arts organizations. Her takeaways:
Merchants Bonding announces new leadership structure
West Des Moines-based Merchants Bonding Co. announced today that current President Larry Taylor will become the company’s chief executive officer, effective Jan. 1, 2027. The CEO role is newly created for the organization. Taylor will continue to serve as chairman of the company’s board of directors. Taylor has selected Chief Financial Officer and Chief Risk…
Vendor applications open for Downtown Winter Farmers' Market
Vendor applications are open for the Downtown Winter Farmers’ Market, which will return to Capital Square in downtown Des Moines Nov. 20-22. Farmers, producers, makers and small businesses can apply to participate through Sept. 25. The three-day market, produced by the Downtown Farmers’ Market, will feature local food and gifts, live entertainment and food trucks…
Hy-Vee to host supplier summit featuring more than 80 small businesses
Hy-Vee Inc. is hosting its Opportunity Supplier Impact Summit today and Thursday at its headquarters in West Des Moines, bringing together entrepreneurs and small businesses with the grocer’s category managers and retail leaders for networking and product showcases. On Thursday, more than 80 small businesses from across the U.S. will present their products and services…
Water Quality Action Plan Unifies Diverse Perspectives
When the Great Outdoors Foundation began planning the Athene Watershed26 conference held this summer in Des Moines, they knew they wanted to create a tangible action plan to keep the conference momentum going. To do this, they assembled a well-rounded team of over 30 organizations from the public and private sectors to help shape a…
Orchard Place names Haselhuhn vice president of advancement
Orchard Place has named Adam Haselhuhn its new vice president of advancement, effective Sept. 14. Haselhuhn has more than 14 years of experience in higher education and healthcare philanthropy, most recently serving in senior development leadership roles at the John Stoddard Cancer Center and UnityPoint Health – Des Moines Foundation. He previously served as director…
BrownWinick promotes Kasey Vogel to chief growth officer
BrownWinick Law Firm has promoted Kasey Vogel to chief growth officer, an executive leadership role in which she will guide the Des Moines-based firm’s growth strategy. Vogel joined BrownWinick in September 2023 as director of marketing and business development. In her new role, she will work with the firm’s executive committee to strengthen its growth…
Bravo Greater Des Moines grant applications due Sept. 25
Bravo Greater Des Moines is accepting applications for its operating and public art grant programs. The operating grant program provides general operating support to eligible arts, culture and heritage organizations in Greater Des Moines to support administrative expenses and day-to-day costs of running an organization. The public art grant program supports comprehensive public art projects…
Keynotes announced for Iowa Startup Week
Iowa Startup Week has announced the agenda for the four-day event designed to spotlight and celebrate entrepreneurship in Iowa. The event will be held in Des MoinesSept. 28 through Oct. 1. The following keynote speakers are among those that have been announced:
Des Moines University partners with Baylor University for certain advanced degrees
Des Moines University and Baylor University have partnered to bring Baylor students to Iowa to continue their education.
Progressive Rep. Ro Khanna to headline Des Moines political fundraiser
Progressive U.S. representative and potential 2028 presidential candidate Ro Khanna is returning to Iowa for an event just weeks before Election Day.
Burns UMC receives GCORR grant to advance community mental health initiative
Burns United Methodist Church in Des Moines, IA, received a General Commission on Religion and Race Action Fund grant for its new initiative, Sacred ...
Fire breaks out at Des Moines business; no injuries reported
Firefighters knocked down a large blaze at Bituminous Materials in Des Moines after drivers spotted heavy smoke and flames.
Politics: Political candidates descend on Iowa State Fair
There was no shortage of political back-and-forth the past week or so at the Iowa State Fair, where the Des Moines Register held its annual Political Soapbox.
The trajectory of Dwolla
Around the end of 2010, a new company in Des Moines spread its wings and made an announcement at Mars Cafe. The company was called Dwolla and it would be entering a new era: mobile payments. Daniel Bosman, the owner of Daisy Chain Coffee in the East Village, was an employee at Mars Cafe at…
Bratvold joins Colliers' Des Moines office
Real estate brokerage and investment firm Colliers has announced that Tim Bratvold has joined their Des Moines office as associate vice president, focusing on the multi-family sector. He will work closely with Collier’s Minneapolis-St. Paul multi-family team, which closed more than $1 billion in multifamily transactions over the past two years. Before joining Colliers, Bratvold…
Noll Wilson Group to open new West Des Moines office
The Noll Wilson Group will host an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony Sept. 10 for its new office at 3408 Woodland Ave., Suite 201, in West Des Moines. The leadership development and organizational consulting firm will host the open house from 2-4 p.m., with the ribbon-cutting scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Attendees can tour the space,…
See Zach Nunn speak at the Des Moines Register Political Soapbox
Zach Nunn, the Republican candidate for Iowa's 3rd congressional district, takes the stage at the 2026 Des Moines Register Political Soapbox.
Candidate Chris McGowan urges 'prudent use of arms' at Register's Soapbox
Republican Iowa 4th Congressional District candidate Chris McGowan spoke to voters during the Des Moines Register's Political Soapbox Aug. 17.
Pork and politics: Canadians bring trade pitch to Iowa state fair
DES MOINES — Pork is a popular topic at the Iowa State Fair as hungry patrons mow down on barbecue and curious children gaze with wide eyes at the state's biggest pig.
Josh Turek talks costs, corruption at Iowa State Fair Political Soapbox
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Josh Turek kicked off the Des Moines Register's Political Soapbox talking about taking on high costs and corruption.
UnityPoint Health unveils new LifeFlight helicopters and pediatric ambulance
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines introduced three new LifeFlight helicopters and a pediatric ambulance to enhance emergency medical care.
UnityPoint nurses' union vote faces objections from health care provider
The Teamsters Local 90 announced UnityPoint Des Moines nurses voted to unionize, but UnityPoint Health disputes the results, citing objections that require a hearing.
Principal Financial Group named World’s Top Disability Inclusive Business
Des Moines-based Principal Financial Group has been recognized as a World’s Top Disability Inclusive Business, based on its performance on the Disability Index, which the company describes as the leading global benchmark for disability inclusion in business. The recognition reflects Principal’s commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and creating opportunities for employees to succeed, and highlights how […]
'The Entertainment Capital Of Iowa' Is A Bustling City With Shopping, A Casino, And Amusement Park Fun
Altoona, Iowa, packs in Adventureland, Prairie Meadows Casino, outlet shopping, and family attractions just minutes from Des Moines.
VA official visits Des Moines to review new electronic health record system
The VA's second-in-command visited Des Moines to assess preparations for a new electronic health record system designed to improve care for veterans nationwide.
Meet Des Moines Register retail business reporter Israel Schuman
Des Moines Register retail business reporter Israel Schuman is a Purdue Boilermaker who moved to the Hawkeye State.
iHeart-broken: Listeners react to mass layoffs at local sports radio station
iHeart lays off radio hosts at three of its four stations in Des Moines.
Registration open for 2026 HousingIowa Conference in Des Moines
Registration is now open for the 2026 HousingIowa Conference, hosted by the Iowa Finance Authority and scheduled for Sept. 9-10 in Des Moines. The conference expects to bring together nearly 1,000 professionals from housing, development, lending, government and community sectors. The event will feature national speakers, policy experts, and industry leaders addressing key issues in…
Capital City Pridefest brings surge in business to East Village stores
Organizers and business owners in Des Moines' East Village are preparing for a busy weekend as thousands are expected to attend the 47th annual Capital City PrideFest.
Kentucky leaders in Des Moines this week for intercity visit
A delegation of more than 150 business, education, government and nonprofit leaders from Commerce Lexington in Lexington, Kentucky, are in Des Moines today through Friday for its annual Leadership Visit, a long-running intercity program aimed at fostering regional development ideas. The agenda includes sessions on regional collaboration, talent development, agricultural innovation, executive leadership continuity and…
Swine industry unites behind national plan to improve herd health
The director of swine health for the National Pork Board says there is a lot of disease pressure pork producers are struggling with right now. Speaking to Brownfield during the World Pork Expo in Des Moines last week, Dr. Marisa Rotolo said NPB has developed the National Swine Health Strategy, which is focused on advancing […]
Ballet Des Moines brings summer tour to Brucemore
Join Ballet Des Moines at Brucemore on June 13 for a free, inspiring summer event featuring community arts activities, dance workshops and live performances.
World Pork Expo discussions driven by swine disease and herd health
Swine disease pressure and herd health were major topics during last week’s World Pork Expo in Des Moines. CBS Bio Platforms vice president of innovation and commercialization Rob Patterson says the threats aren’t universal. “Every producer has their own challenge, their own way of doing business.” He tells Brownfield their technology and innovative approach is […]
Beyond the parade: How Pride events are tackling LGBTQ+ health disparities
What do volleyball games and powerlifting have to do with Pride Month? More than you might think. How Des Moines organizations are using fitness to build community and improve the mental health of LGBTQ+ Iowans.
Rob Sand to Rally in Iowa Governor Bid With Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as Democrats Eye a Flip
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Rob Sand will rally a crowd for the first time as the official Democratic nominee for Iowa governor on Sunday, kicking off a countdown to November with the support of Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear. The race for governor between Sand and Republican Zach Lahn stands to be one of ...
Des Moines Performing Arts investments fuel 30 Tony Award nominations
Des Moines Performing Arts invested in three Broadway shows that earned 30 Tony Award nominations this season.
NOVUS vet: viral mitigation remains top priority for nursery pig health
NOVUS veterinarian Dr. Alex Hintz says producers are looking for viral mitigation tools for nursery pigs. Speaking to Brownfield at the World Pork Expo in Des Moines Wednesday, he said producers and vets understand a viral outbreak in the nursery phase can be devastating, and a robust management program is key.
Greater Des Moines Partnership brings Iowa business leaders to D.C.
More than 100 business and community leaders from Central Iowa are in Washington, D.C., advocating for regional priorities and economic development projects during the Greater Des Moines Partnership's annual trip.
Des Moines entertainment in June: Luke Bryan, Christopher Cross, poetry slams, storytelling and more
Des Moines nonprofit launches program to support diverse entrepreneurs
A Des Moines nonprofit has introduced the E-3 Program to help diverse small business owners address systemic gaps and foster growth.
Des Moines Register Political Soapbox returns to 2026 Iowa State Fair
After an off-year without statewide elections in 2025, the Des Moines Register will once again host its Political Soapbox at the Iowa State Fair.
Vermeer breaks ground on Bondurant facility
Vermeer Corp. marked the beginning of construction of its new manufacturing facility in Bondurant last week. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on May 21, and featured representatives from Vermeer, city leaders, and officials from the Iowa Economic Development Authority and the Greater Des Moines Partnership. The Pella-based company announced plans to expand its operations to…
CelebrAsian returns to Des Moines with two days of food and culture
Summer festival season kicks off in Des Moines with a festival for AAPI Heritage Month. Here's where to park and what to do at CelebrAsian 2026.
See Dowling High School students celebrate at 2026 prom
See photos of Dowling students as they celebrate prom on at the Des Moines Science Center Saturday night.
🔧 Big Wins for Small Businesses
Iowa runs on small businesses. Nearly 290,000 of them make up 99% of our local establishments, employ almost half our workforce, and keep Main Streets strong across our communities. During National Small Businesses Week, I toured one of our hometown companies — Innovative Manufacturing & Engineering in Des Moines — where the co-owner Brandon told […]
Des Moines' Greg Abel reassures Berkshire investors with record cash
CEO Greg Abel of Des Moines assured shareholders he wouldn't break up Berkshire Hathaway, saying it operated effectively and its expertise was strong.
Des Moines sports lounge puts spotlight on women’s athletics, building community for fans
A new Des Moines sports lounge is putting women’s athletics front and center, giving fans a dedicated place to watch, connect and celebrate the games they love.
Iowa State Fair releases free entertainment lineup
DES MOINES, Iowa — The wait is over! Iowa State Fair officials have released the 2026 lineup for the free stages. This year, fair officials are boasting half a million dollars worth of free e…
Girls flag football is a family affair at Des Moines Lincoln
With a couple of father-daughter duos on the sidelines in the last two seasons, Des Moines Lincoln girls flag football is all about family.