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Midland Credit Union Launches “Make A Difference” Scholarship ProgramProgram will award $5,000 in scholarships to support members pursuing higher education  Urbandale, IA – Midland Credit Union is proud to announce the launch of the Midland Make A Difference Scholarship, a new program designed to support members and their families as they pursue higher education.  Through this initiative, ...read more

The city of Urbandale and Hubbell Realty Co. are working together to bring affordable housing to a larger apartment community proposed for Urbandale and Dallas county. The Urbandale City Council approved a development agreement with Hubbell Realty Co. for the Line Seven apartment community that would be at the southwest corner of 142nd Street and Waterford Road. The development would add at ...read more

(Windsor Heights, Iowa) – GiGi’s Playhouse Des Moines has received a grant from Variety - the Children’s Charity of Iowa to fund programs benefitting children and teens with Down syndrome.  GiGi’s Playhouse Des Moines is a nonprofit organization serving the Greater Des Moines area with purposeful programs for children and adults with Down syndrome and their family and friends. We are proud of our ...read more

The biggest mistake small and mid-sized companies make during growth? They assume training is a one-time event — not a living system. In reality, an effective training program is a strategic engine, not a box to check.In a Nutshell (Your 90-Second Summary) A well-crafted training system helps teams adapt faster, reduces turnover, and keeps everyone aligned as you scale. To do this well: ...read more

Interstate Advanced Materials Des Moines provides Iowa businesses with high-performance material solutions and machining services that enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Specializing in CNC machining, milling, custom parts, routing, and fabrication, the company helps businesses eliminate the need for costly in-house fabrication, minimize downtime, and ensure consistent production ...read more

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires businesses to report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) to FinCEN to promote financial transparency and deter financial crimes. As of today, November 27, 2024, Urbandale, Iowa, business owners have 35 calendar days (or 25 business days) left to file their BOI report with FinCEN—act quickly to avoid $500 per day fines!    What You Need to ...read more

Being an entrepreneur is all about juggling, innovating, and growing—but what if you had a secret weapon to make it easier? Enter Adobe Acrobat, a powerful ally that streamlines your day-to-day, helping you work smarter while leaving more room for what truly drives your business forward. This Women’s Small Business Month, we’re celebrating the ways Adobe Acrobat is empowering women entrepreneurs ...read more

Imagine waking up, brewing your morning coffee, and then stepping into your home office to run a thriving business. This isn’t just a dream; it’s a reality for countless entrepreneurs around the world. The rise of home-based businesses has transformed the landscape of entrepreneurship, offering unparalleled flexibility, significant cost savings, and the unique opportunity to blend personal and ...read more

Des Moines, IA. Grand View University is excited to offer members of the Urbandale Chamber of Commerce (and spouses and children up to age 26) educational opportunities that will prepare them for the future with additional skills and knowledge they can put to work.Member Benefits include:15% tuition discount for undergraduate programs10% discount for select graduate programsOn-site information ...read more