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Kum & Go Is Now Maverik. 6 Things Iowans Should Know About the Change

Your Kum & Go &Rewards points didn’t carry over when the store became Maverik. The changes go well past this. Here’s what Iowans should know now that Kum & Go is Maverik. Maverik confirmed in November 2024 that it planned to put its name on the Kum & Go stores it kept, aiming for one brand across its footprint.

Iowa · 3d

Axios Des Moines

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WDM housing development could bring 2,200 homes

A new housing development could bring 2,200 homes to the western side of West Des Moines . Why it matters: The Trail West project will bring more housing and pricing options to the growing western suburbs. The big picture: The development would add to a growing stretch of western West Des Moines, near other major projects, including the planned Grand Experience and MidAmerican Energy RecPlex expansion, says West Des Moines economic development director Ryan Moffatt. State of play: Caliber Homes and Jerry's Homes are partnering to develop about 300 acres of farmland north of Booneville Road and west of Grand Prairie Parkway. The total project could reach around 760 acres. Zoom in: The first phase includes 130 single-family home lots. The number of phases is not yet known, and the project could take 10 to 15 years to build out. Caliber would focus on homes ranging from $800,000 to $3 million, while Jerry's Homes would offer lower-priced options. Jerry's Homes did not immediately respond to Axios' request for comment. The development could eventually include townhomes, apartments, rental condos and neighborhood-scale retail. It's an urban area with a "country aesthetic" with rolling hills and tree-lined waterways, Ryan Kauffman of Caliber Homes

West Des Moines, IA · 1d

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NOTABLE TRANSACTIONS: Apartment property in Mitchellville sold for $3.2 million

Carter Apartments LLC, located in Greenvillage, Colo., paid 114 Carter LLC $3.2 million for property at 114 Carter St. SW in Mitchellville, Polk County real estate records show. The 3.1-acre parcel includes a one-story, 48-unit apartment building constructed in 2005. The property is valued at $2.2 million. The transaction was recorded Nov. 4.

Mitchellville, IA · 13h

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Economic development officials in Ottumwa are dealing with the recent announcement that John Deere will close its factory there and consolidate its operations in Des Moines and Louisiana

Economic development officials in Ottumwa are dealing with the recent announcement that John Deere will close its factory there and consolidate its operations in Des Moines and Louisiana. Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress executive director Marc Roe says within hours of last Tuesday’s announcement, he began collaborating with Iowa Workforce Development and Indian Hills Community College to brainstorm how to retrain and retain those workers. “Ottumwa, any community isn’t about one business. It’s going to change our landscape for sure, but, you know, it doesn’t have to determine the future of the community. That’s up to us to do,” Roe says. John Deere will leave about 400 people out of jobs, in addition to an abandoned industrial complex in the middle of Ottumwa. Roe hopes to attract new manufacturing, retrain local employees through workforce development or the local community college, and find new ways to retain families who are building businesses or going to school in Ottumwa.

Ottumwa, IA · 2d

The Des Moines Register

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Johnston considers $58M development agreement with Vylor

The City of Johnston is preparing to invest up to $58 million in growing the roots of a new seed corporation that has put its global headquarters in the city. Corteva Agriscience on Oct. 1 completed the separation of its seed business into Vylor Inc., which has its headquarters in Johnston at what was Corteva's seed research and development campus. The corporate seed research presence dates back to the 1926 founding in Johnston of the Hi-Bred Corn Company, which became Pioneer, and which then through decades of corporate mergers and splits became part of Corteva. Vylor employs 3,000 people across Iowa, including in Johnston. Johnston City Council will vote on Nov. 16 on a development agreement with Vylor that would include up to $58 million in grants to support office renovations, new or expanded buildings, and a commercial building's expansion at multiple sites. Vylor plans to spend at least $4 million to renovate the office buildings at its Johnston headquarters campus by March 31, 2028, and employ no fewer than 1,884 full-time-equivalent jobs, according to the proposed development agreement. In exchange, Johnston city officials are prepared to offer the company a one-time $3.75 million grant as an incentive. The city

Johnston, IA · 1d

The Des Moines Register

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Tour this $1.55M Urbandale home with a gazebo reached by bridge

Buyers hunting for a quality home that feels a step above conventional Urbandale developments have an opportunity in the Deer Creek neighborhood to purchase a stylish, upscale property, enhanced by a considerable series of top-to-bottom enhancements. “It screams character,” Realtor BJ Knapp said of the Cardinal Lane home. “I have not come across anything like this in all my years of selling real estate. It's a really unique special property.” Located on a quiet, tree-lined street and built on close to an acre of thoughtfully landscaped gardens, the home is further bordered by a shield of mature trees, protecting the four-bedroom, 3,028-square-foot house from encroachment by any future construction. The sophisticated exterior design pairs well with the large estates and mid-century modern-inspired ranch properties that occupy the nearby streets. “It's one of the more eclectic neighborhoods architecturally in the metro area,” Knapp said, noting Deer Creek’s popularity has benefited from “a great central location.” “It's kind of a hidden gem, and very few people know it just because it's such a private little setting,” he added. Originally constructed in 1987, an extensive 2022 overhaul included upgrades to the home’s roof, windows, the flow of the interior layout, herringbone flooring and

Urbandale, IA · 2d

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12 Family-Owned Iowa Grocery Markets That Give Big Box Stores A Run For Their Money

I’ve noticed that my grocery shopping takes considerably longer when there’s a good butcher counter involved. Add a bakery or a shelf full of homemade treats, and suddenly my carefully planned ten-minute stop becomes a much bigger outing. That’s part of what makes Iowa’s family-owned grocery markets so...

Iowa · 18h

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Git-N-Go denies rumors of closure amid store shutdowns and inventory issues

Git-N-Go convenience stores, part of the Des Moines-based chain, are facing business challenges, including store closures and inventory shortages, but the company has denied rumors of shutting down. Several locations, including stores in Winterset, Norwalk and Altoona and the Keo Way store in downtown Des Moines, are listed for sale...

Des Moines, IA · 10h

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Fareway’s Melhus Named CISO Of The Year At Iowa Prometheus Awards

Corey Melhus, VP of information security at Fareway Stores, was named CISO of the Year at the 2026 Prometheus Awards, held Nov. 5 at the Community Choice Convention Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Presented annually by the Technology Association of Iowa, the Prometheus Awards honor the people, organizations and innovations...

Des Moines, IA · 1d

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John Deere to Close Two Iowa Manufacturing Plants

After just announcing they were going to bring back their workforce, John Deere has announced plans to shut down two of its Iowa manufacturing plants over the next several years as part of a broader production shift. Operations for round balers and windrowers will move from Ottumwa to Des Moines,...

Clarion, IA · 2d

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CBRE closes sale of 540-unit multifamily portfolio in Des Moines market

CBRE arranged the sale of a two-property multifamily portfolio totaling 540 units in the Des Moines suburbs of Waukee and Johnston, Iowa. The transaction ranks among the largest multifamily portfolio sales for the Iowa market. CBRE’s Cy Fox, Ray Hamilton and Clark Matthews represented the sellers, ARTISAN Capital Group and...

Des Moines, IA · 1d

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa Names Amy Lane Chief Executive Officer

DES MOINES, Iowa – November 9, 2026 – Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa (BGCCI) today announced Amy Lane as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective today. Lane joins the organization from its own Board of Directors, where she served before being named CEO, and brings more than 25 years of experience in education, executive leadership, and community partnerships.

Des Moines, IA · 1d

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Iowa Finance Authority awards nearly $9 million in tax credits for affordable housing

The Iowa Finance Authority Board of Directors has awarded nearly $9 million in federal housing tax credits and nearly $66 million in tax-exempt bond financing to support the development of 595 affordable rental homes in four Iowa communities. The projects include 240 new apartments at Crescent Heights Apartment Homes in Council Bluffs, 112 apartments at The Wilmac in Dubuque, 87 apartments at Rath Fifteen 15 in Waterloo and 156 new apartments at Central at 8th in West Des Moines. The Dubuque and Waterloo projects will convert existing buildings into apartments, while the Council Bluffs and West Des Moines developments will involve new construction. The awards were made through the federal 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program, which helps finance affordable rental housing for income-qualified households. The authority received six applications requesting more than $14 million in annual tax credits and nearly $104 million in tax-exempt bonds.

West Des Moines, IA · 2d

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Auditor calls for stronger credit card policies at Metro Waste Authority

DES MOINES, Iowa — Personal Hulu and Prime Video charges on a Metro Waste Authority credit card were among nearly $4,800 in improper, unsupported or questionable spending identified in a state reaudit, according to the State Auditor’s Office. The streaming charges, including two Hulu payments of $69.54 each, were reimbursed by the employee. The report […]

Des Moines, IA · 1d

The Financial Wire

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Senior homeowners in South Dakota, Idaho, Arizona and Iowa can file in 2027 for property tax freezes and credits, including Idaho’s cut of up to $1,500 due April 15

Idaho homeowners who are 65 or older can cut their property tax bill by as much as $1,500, but the application has to arrive between Jan. 1 and April 15. Three other states run their own 2027 programs for older owners: South Dakota freezes assessed value for applicants who file by April 1, Maricopa County... The post Senior homeowners in South Dakota, Idaho, Arizona and Iowa can file in 2027 for property tax freezes and credits, including Idaho’s cut of up to $1,500 due April 15 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Idaho · 2d

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The Iowa Standard Announces Closure After Eight Years

The Iowa Standard, an independent Iowa media outlet founded by Jacob Hall, is closing after eight years of covering state politics, elections, education, legislative activity and government issues. Hall announced the decision Friday, saying a new professional opportunity will allow him to continue working in an area he cares about...

Iowa · 2d

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This Midwest farm once raised thousands of hogs. Why is it growing mushrooms instead?

Want more news about agriculture and the environment? Sign up for the Harvest newsletter for our latest reporting, plus behind-the-scenes exclusives. Inside a long, dimly-lit building, Tyler Faaborg slipped into a “fruiting room” cordoned off by what looked like plastic curtains. Fog rolled over shelves of sprouting mushrooms. A bulbous fungi called lion’s mane still had another week before harvest, he explained.

Iowa · 2d

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Blue Compass RV Acquires Iowa Dealership

Blue Compass RV acquired Cheyenne Camping Center, a family-owned RV dealership that has served the Quad Cities market in Iowa for more than 60 years. The dealership is now named Blue Compass RV Quad Cities. The Quad Cities store is Blue Compass RV’s second Iowa dealership. Company President and...

Iowa · 2d

Western Iowa Today

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Trapping Season Underway in Iowa as Fur Prices Increase

(Lewis) Iowa’s trapping season is underway, with about 15,000 people trapping statewide. Populations of most fur-bearing species remain stable or are slightly increasing. The season opened Saturday, November 7, and rising fur prices could make this a good year for those considering trapping for the first time or returning to the activity.

Iowa · 3d

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