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An impressive sight rolling out of Jasper County! Continue Reading

EntreFEST, a conference to celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation, is scheduled for Thursday, June 11, and Friday, June 12, in Iowa City. The conference will feature over 30 speakers, include events at four Iowa City locations, and conclude with a pitch competition on Friday, June 12, sponsored by Hy-Vee. Designed...Continue Reading

The Greater Des Moines Partnership’s Top Five series features regional experts in accounting, human resources, marketing, sales, and other key business disciplines. Each session highlights five key points on specific topics to help small business owners be successful.   The 2026 lineup consists of six free events. Each event will take...Continue Reading

The Alliant Energy Foundation provides support in the communities the company serves in Iowa. The Foundation’s Community Grants focus on the following areas: hunger and housing, including household needs, food and nutrition, housing and shelter, and transportation; workforce readiness, including agriculture, literacy, STEM, workforce development, and youth development and mentoring;...Continue Reading

With funding support from the Iowa legislature, a collaborative team at Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is launching a peer-to-peer learning network and a free webinar series for independent grocers across Iowa. The Iowa Independent Grocer Network will support local, independent grocers through engagement, professional development opportunities, and technical...Continue Reading