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It's official, it's Kohl's Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 3:41PMThe worst kept secret in Ottumwa is finally out in the open.
CBRE Auction Offers Land, Hotels and Industrial Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:07PMROSEMONT, IL- CBRE Auction Services is holding a property offering event at noon on Aug. 10 at the Hyatt Rosemont here. The properties in Illinois, Iowa and Indiana will include about 50 acres of development land, two hospitality sites and three industrial facilities.
Survey: Midwesterners see globalization as oppressive, not opportunity Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:48PMSeventy-two percent of registered voters surveyed in eight Midwestern states believe globalization has harmed manufacturing in the region. Another 66 percent believe the global economy subjects American companies to unfair competition and cheap labor. The random sample poll of 500 registered voters was conducted by Monmouth College as part of its Midwest Initiative. Voters in Illinois, Indiana ...
Hometownstations.com-WLIO- Lima, OH News Weather SportsDown on the farm, investors see big potential Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 10:51AMNEW YORK (AP) - Braden Janowski has never planted seeds or brought in a harvest. He doesn't even own overalls. Yet when 430 acres of Michigan cornfields was auctioned last summer, it was Janowski, a brash, 33-year-old software executive, who made the winning bid.
LEPD welcomes new captain, officer Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 1:10AMEmily Hill/Staff photo - Little Elm Police Officer Michael Jamison is one of the department's newest additions to the force. Jamison moved to Little Elm from Chicago.
Lower business costs earn state high marks Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 5:41AMBusiness-friendly changes in Ohio's tax structure have given the state a boost in a national ranking.Ohio moved up to fifth this year from 29th last year in the 'cost of doing business' category that is part of business cable-television channel CNBC's 'America's Top States for Business.'
Boston Housing Development Receives Funding Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 9:37AMCharlesview Housing Limited Partnership in Boston has received funding under a $27.6 million investment from Google.
CNBC Ranks Ohio Fifth in the Nation for Cost of Doing Business Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 7:00AMCost is a major consideration when a company chooses a location. The ideal business location maximizes the value of the investment by delivering a perfect balance between access to mission-critical resources and low overhead costs.
AEGON USA Realty Advisors, LLC and Google Inc. Expand Their Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Investment Partnership Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 10:57AMCEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AEGON USA Realty Advisors, LLC and Google Inc. expand their Low-income Housing Tax Credit Investment Partnership
Waterloo casino weathers recession Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 10:32AMTo view revenue statistics from casinos in Iowa for the last four years, click here.
Iowa takes larger share of gambling pot Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 12:15AMDES MOINES - The tracks, casinos and gaming boats in Iowa took in nearly $15 million more this fiscal year than last, marking the first time since 2008 that year-over-year profits rose.
State casinos again showing revenue growth Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 8:18PMDES MOINES — The state’s tracks, casinos and gaming boats took in nearly $15 million more this fiscal year than last, marking the first time since 2008 that year-over-year profits increased.
Companies Planning Three New Buildings in Downtown Cedar Rapids Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 3:55PMThe Intermec Corp. building on 2nd St. S.E. CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – Cedar Rapids scored a triple play Thursday as two existing businesses, Intermec and Raining Rose, and a newcomer, AgSugar International, announced plans for new buildings in the community.
Companies planning three new buildings in Cedar Rapids Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 2:36PMCedar Rapids scored a triple play Thursday as two existing businesses — Intermec and Raining Rose – and a newcomer, AgSugar International, announced plans for new buildings in the community. Priority One, the economic development division of the Cedar Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce, said the three projects represent a total capital investment — including equipment and research and [...]
City officials talk housing Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 12:06AMQHI. It stands for Quality Housing Initiative, an approach to a housing shortage being identified by numerous entities within Spencer. Those entities include realtors, bankers, major employers, the...
AFES seeks to purchase Hillcrest Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 11:36PMAthletics for Education and Success has put in a $1,000 bid for the closed Hillcrest Elementary property.
MSN ranking puts Rochester at top of "livable bargain market" list Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 3:37PMA list compiled by MSN Real Estate puts Rochester as the top "most livable bargain market" in the country.
'New' neighborhoods attract residents into Des Moines Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 4:12AM"You're either growing or you're dying," said Councilman Brian Meyer, whose southeast-side ward includes the Easter Lake neighborhood. "We need the city to grow in tax base and population." NEWS FROM YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD East/north side | South side | West side Ankeny | Clive | Johnston Urbandale | Waukee | West Des Moines
Northeast, southeast neighborhoods attract residents into Des Moines Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 3:55AMAndrew Clark, left, and his dog Aussie, walk with his neighbors, Troy and Katie Pearce, along Easter Lake in southeast Des Moines. / BILL NEIBERGALL/REGISTER PHOTOS
LEPD welcomes new captain, officer Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 4:20PMEmily Hill/Staff photo - Little Elm Police Officer Michael Jamison is one of the department's newest additions to the force. Jamison moved to Little Elm from Chicago.
LEPD welcomes new captain, officer Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 4:20PMEmily Hill/Staff photo - Little Elm Police Officer Michael Jamison is one of the department's newest additions to the force. Jamison moved to Little Elm from Chicago.
Green scene: Forest the focus for area woodworker Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 6:27AMPARKERSBURG, Iowa --- Sometimes business aspirations trump environmental concerns. For Neal Schrage, they go together like trees and leaves.
EZCORP, Inc. (EZPW): Zacks Rank Buy Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 12:00AMShares of this pawn shop operator are hitting multi-year highs as estimates rise.
Volleyball courts proposed for former Iron Works site Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 3:14PMPlans to open an outdoor venue for sandpit volleyball are moving ahead at city-owned property in New Bohemia that once was home to the Iowa Iron Works plant. A City Council committee this week expressed support for the New Bohemia Group’s project, which has been in the planning stages for months and has garnered general [...]
TCF loses bid to block limits on debit card fees Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 12:23AMThe bank argued that the federal cap was unconstitutional, but an appeals court in South Dakota wouldn't grant an injunction.
KCC Approves Prairie Wind Transmission Line Route Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 9:39AMCommission Accepts Route Recommended by Prairie Wind With Minor Changes
Iowa Legislature hopes to adjourn today; no deal on property taxes Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 8:57AMLawmakers worked late into the night in an effort to reach agreement on unsolved budget issues, and are poised to adjourn sometime later today or tonight.
Savery Hotel narrowly misses Polk County tax sale Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 4:19AMInvestors bought up more than 3,000 certificates for overdue property taxes at the annual tax sale held this week in Polk County.
New York's AG Takes on the Banks Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 7:30PMThe Nation -- The most powerful Wall Street banks are used to getting their own way, especially with politicians, but New York’s attorney general is trying to turn the tables on them. Eric Schneiderman is digging into the accumulating evidence of massive fraud and false documentation revealed by the foreclosure mess and asks a potentially explosive question: How bad is it?
Downtown Des Moines' Savery Hotel on tax sale list Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 5:27PMInvestors bought up more than 3,000 certificates for overdue property taxes - including one for the Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel.
Iowa Gov.: Romney 'jeopardizes' front runner status by ignoring Iowa Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 4:23PMBETTENSDORF, Iowa -- Iowa Gov.
Check Out New Iowa Laws Starting July 1 Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 3:47PMOn Friday, a new series of laws take affect in Iowa.
These New Iowa Laws Take Affect Tomorrow Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 3:47PMOn Friday, a new series of laws take affect in Iowa.
Biz Buzz: ISU finance students win annual investing challenge Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 4:20AMA team of finance students from Iowa State University won this year's Krause Challenge, an ongoing investment competition among the state's four largest universities.
Broker in Cedar Rapids must pay compensatory damages Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 4:19AMBut the $20,000 award is far short of what the Berthel Fisher client sought.
Fitch Affirms Pella Regional Health Center (IA) Revs at 'BBB-'; Outlook Remains Stable Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 3:00PMCHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fitch Ratings has affirmed the rating on the following Iowa Finance Authority bonds issued on behalf of Pella Regional Health Center: --$46.7 million health facilities revenue bonds series 2006 at 'BBB-'. The 'BBB-' is an underlying rating. The series 2006 bonds are insured by Radian Asset Insurance, whose Insurer Financial Strength is not rated by Fitch. The Rating ...
Growing West Des Moines faces big-city challenges Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 4:22AMAs budgets are about to get tighter and low-income residents' needs rise, two new leaders with experience in addressing such issues prepare to dig in.
Council to discuss San Marnan relocation Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 10:49PMWATERLOO, Iowa --- The public will have a chance to weigh in Monday on the relocation of San Marnan Drive for a housing project along the southern edge of Sunnyside Country Club.
Gilbert council names finalist for town-manager position Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 1:27PMEconomic development specialist Patrick Banger, of O'Fallon, Mo., likely will get the nod.
Sean Brodrick: Potash Producers Benefit from Fertilizer Demand Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 6:44AMSean Brodrick: Potash Producers Benefit from Fertilizer Demand
Juice: The evolution of Western Gateway Wednesday, June 22, 2011 @ 10:30PMHow the western edge of downtown went from 'auto row' to one of the hottest property spots in town, home to big outdoor events - like this weekend's Des Moines Arts Festival MORE JUICE STORIES TEDxDes Moines: Where 'big thinkers' gather Affordable art from the Des Moines Arts Festival Francy Pants boutique mixes new picks with used items Be Better at Everything: How to tip while traveling
The evolution of Western Gateway Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 7:35PMHow the western edge of downtown went from 'auto row' to one of the hottest property spots in town, home to big outdoor events - like this weekend's Des Moines Arts Festival
GenomeQuest Unveils Industry’s First Clinical Decision-Support System to Translate Advances from Whole-Genome ... Tuesday, June 21, 2011 @ 11:44AMWESTBOROUGH, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GenomeQuest Inc., a global provider of large-scale genomic software applications, today announced the availability of the industry’s first clinical decision-support system for whole-genome diagnostics. Used to analyze and report information about variations and changes in genes and proteins to improve disease treatment, the GQ-DxSM product will launch ...
Sinclair, Mount Trashmore sites have great potential, leaders say Monday, June 20, 2011 @ 8:03AMAll is quiet now at the site of the former Sinclair meatpacking plant.
Heart of the city: Demand for urban living space outpaces supply in Waterloo Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 11:29PMWATERLOO, Iowa --- Miranda Vesey moved into her downtown Waterloo apartment in April before the final coats of paint were applied.
Iowa economic development board acts on local projects Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 9:05AMDES MOINES --- Members of the state's economic development board expressed concern about their ability to carry out the board's mission as the state moves toward the end of the year without a new budget in place.
RI firm nets Iowa aid for move to Davenport Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 9:49PMDES MOINES — The move of Seaberg Industries from Rock Island to Davenport received an $88,000 boost Thursday in the form of loans and tax incentives approved by the Iowa Department of Economic Development board.
Winnebago Industries Reports Results for Third Quarter Fiscal 2011 Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 6:00AMWinnebago Industries, Inc. , one of the leading United States recreation vehicle manufacturers, today reported results for the Company's third quarter and first nine months of Fiscal 2011.
Missouri River unlikely to rise much more, forecasters say Thursday, June 16, 2011 @ 4:24AMSioux City and Omaha see little change even after Gavins Point Dam reaches its maximum planned release, and floodwaters are expected to reach the base of a secondary levee near Hamburg today. NEW: Two Iowa towns in the flood zone NEW: Sense of caring heartens flood evacuees Road closures: The latest from Iowa DOT Complete coverage: Flood news, links, maps Share your flooding videos
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