Iowa: Des Moines News
DOL Finalizes Plans for Fiduciary-Only Regime
New Rulemaking Package Ignores Industry Concerns, Puts Independent Annuity Professionals and Clients at Risk. - April 23, 2024 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities
Hibu Integrates Amazon Ads Sponsored Display Into Its Digital Marketing Solutions
Hibu Inc., (“Hibu”) a leading provider of innovative digital marketing solutions to small- and medium-sized businesses across the United States, announced today that Amazon Ads Sponsored Display is now available as part of Hibu’s digital marketing solutions. - April 02, 2024 - Hibu
Rex Berg’s Newly Released "The Locket Legacy" is a Captivating Journey Through Generations in a Thoughtful Historical Fiction
“The Locket Legacy” from Christian Faith Publishing author Rex Berg unfolds the intricate tapestry of the Dunbar family's legacy. Set against the backdrop of England and the American Colonies, the story follows Tyler Dunbar's journey as he establishes a new life in the New World. - March 27, 2024 - Christian Faith Publishing
Annuity Owners Report Product Satisfaction, Positive Buying Experience
New NAFA survey finds risk mitigation the top reason cited for buying a fixed annuity. - March 18, 2024 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities
Renowned British Gardener, Charles Dowding, to Headline Murray Fest Midwest in Webster City, Iowa
McMurray Hatchery is proud to announce renowned British gardener, Charles Dowding, will headline Murray Fest Midwest homesteading conference and festival in Webster City, Iowa, in June 2024. Murray Fest Midwest is Iowa's premier poultry, gardening, and homesteading festival. Learn from leading experts for two full days across four stages. Each evening, relax and enjoy live music and entertainment featuring Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, Rory Feek. Visit MurrayFestMidwest.com to order tickets. - February 07, 2024 - Murray McMurray Hatchery
NAFA Announces 2024 Board of Directors
Industry Leaders Join Efforts to Protect the Future of Fixed Annuities and Independent Distribution - January 24, 2024 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities
NAFA Urges DOL to Withdraw 2023 Fiduciary Advice Proposal in Its Entirety
Comment Letter Outlines Proposed Rulemaking’s "Fatal Flaws" and Potential Harm to Independent Producers, Carriers and Consumers - January 02, 2024 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities
Jan Walters’s New Book, "Hazzard Avenue: Book 4," is a Chilling New Installment in the Epic "A Ghost and A Cop" Series That Pushes the Characters Further Than Ever Before
Fulton Books author Jan Walters, an accomplished writer of horror with several novels and screenplays under her belt, has completed her most recent book, “Hazzard Avenue: Book 4”: a gripping and potent adventure following a man torn between two realities. “Since when is talking... - December 21, 2023 - Fulton Books
NAFA Decries "Misguided Fiduciary Proposal"
Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Labor released its latest fiduciary rule proposal, rebranded as a “Retirement Security Rule.” With it came proposed changes to the longstanding Prohibited Transaction Exemption 84-24 that has served both retirement savers and those giving financial... - November 01, 2023 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities
Hibu to Bring Amazon Ads Sponsored Display to SMBs
Hibu Adding Sponsored Display to its Digital Marketing Solutions. - October 28, 2023 - Hibu
Pala Casino Spa & Golf Resort and QCI Announce Partnership in Groundbreaking Development and Product Launch
In a landmark joint development and product launch, Quick Custom Intelligence (QCI) and Pala Casino Spa & Golf Resort are thrilled to unveil the Pala PURL, a revolutionary product for the casino industry. This unprecedented technology empowers players with instant access to their player accounts via their mobile devices, giving them the ability to self-comp (instantly redeem player points for free play, concert tickets, hotel rooms, food comps, and more). - October 06, 2023 - Pala Casino Resort Spa
Chiropractic Seminars That Are 100% Clinical One-on-One Seminars for Licensed Chiropractors; Advanced Adjusting Technique Protocols Giving the Attendee a Competitive Edge
Chiropractic Seminars for licensed chiropractors that are 100% clinical in nature with one-on-one instruction by Your Houston Chiropractor Dr. Gregory E. Johnson at Advanced Chiropractic Equipment LLC in Houston, Texas, every M-T-W, year around. - July 11, 2023 - Advanced Chiropractic Equipment LLC
Amy Pilling’s Newly Released "‘Twas the Night Before Harvest" is a Charming Reimagining of a Familiar Poem That Explores the Joys of Life on the Farm
“‘Twas the Night Before Harvest,” from Christian Faith Publishing author Amy Pilling, is a delightful children’s story that follows a family of farmers into the fun season of harvesting the carefully tended crops. - February 28, 2023 - Christian Faith Publishing
Mark Jacobs’s Newly Released "ANNA: A Story of Faith, Trust, and Purpose" is a Captivating Journey of Faith and an Unexpected Group of Newfound Friends
“ANNA: A Story of Faith, Trust, and Purpose,” from Christian Faith Publishing author Mark Jacobs, is an exciting series of unexpected missions for a young man on a path of fateful meetings, twists of fate, and profound realization. - February 23, 2023 - Christian Faith Publishing
Fledgling Company Get a JAHB, LLC, Publishes Metaphysical Novella with Real-Life Implications
Sex with Jesus is a novella by Mike Spiritfair Marty that includes 288 substantive sex (thought) survey questions. Kierkegaard remarked that the essence of Christianity is to have as many children as possible to populate the kingdom. This is sex For Jesus, which is not the same thing as sex With Jesus, the theme of this novella. - February 15, 2023 - Get a JAHB, LLC
Author Paul Zylstra’s New Audiobook, "Christian Conviction v. State Persecution," is a Comprehensive History of the Nebraska Independent Christian School Movement
Recent audiobook release “Christian Conviction v. State Persecution,” from Audiobook Network author Paul Zylstra, is an in-depth historical look at what went on during the Nebraska Independent Christian School movement during the 1970s and 1980s. - January 06, 2023 - Audiobook Network
GIAA Recognizes Industry's Best at Pinnacle of Excellence Awards
GIAA held its Pinnacle of Excellence Awards this past Friday; an event that honors the accomplishments of professionals and organizations in the state of Iowa's rental housing industry. - October 20, 2022 - Greater Iowa Apartment Association
FuseBox One Debuts Digital Project Manager to Simplify Project Management and Reduce Vendor Proliferation
FuseBox One, a leading marketing operations & sales enablement provider, has officially rolled out its digital project manager (DPM) to streamline project management and reduce vendors. - September 20, 2022 - FuseBox One
Small Company Takes on Large Conglomerates with First-in-Class DURA-EEZ™ Technology
Great Northern Door Co, a manfacturer of finely handcrafted doors, is pleased to announce it is now recognized under the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) for its new DURA-EEZ™ line of composite entry and garage doors. Featuring a proprietary assembly process, DURA-EEZ™ doors are designed to mimic the timeless appeal of natural wood while leveraging ultra durable materials that require little maintenance or upkeep and provide outstanding long-term value. - September 13, 2022 - Great Northern Door Co
Chad Price, CEO of Raleigh-Based Mako Medical & Mako Medical Laboratories Launches a New Monkeypox Test
Chad Price, CEO of Mako Medical, recently announced his team has developed a monkeypox test. - July 18, 2022 - Mako Medical Laboratories
FuseBox One Becomes a Woman-Owned Business, Creates Industry Shake-Up
Former COO Marcia Scott has officially taken the helm as the owner of FuseBox One, positioning the company as one of the very few woman-owned businesses within the commercial print, direct mail, warehousing, and digital asset management space. - July 05, 2022 - FuseBox One
Urban Historic Preservation of the Former Home of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad
Support Urban Historic Preservation - January 18, 2022 - Sajdah Wendy Muhammad
IowaComputerGurus Owner Mitchel Sellers Named to NSBA Leadership Council
Mitchel Sellers, Iowa Computer Gurus, Inc. Des Moines, was recently named to the National Small Business Association (NSBA) Leadership Council. NSBA is the nation’s oldest small-business advocacy organization and operates on a staunchly nonpartisan basis. Sellers, a recognized leader in the... - December 29, 2021 - IowaComputerGurus, Inc.
MobilDrTech Named US Distribution Partner for Auscultation Innovator eMurmur
MobilDrTech, Inc. is proud to announce its selection by eMurmur as a US Distributor for their latest commercially available digital stethoscope platform, eMurmur. The product is available immediately from MobilDrTech for medical providers, telemedicine equipment and service providers, hospitals, health systems and third-party payers. Marketed versions include Basic, Pro, Telehealth and Enterprise levels and pricing schedules. - November 18, 2021 - MobilDrTech, Inc.
Dike Ajiri Announces His Scholarship for Racial Equality and How to Apply
The Scholarship Announcement Was Made by Dike Ajiri to the Press in His Office - October 27, 2021 - Dike Ajiri
1st Inspection Services Adds Georgia Franchisee
1st Inspection Services, a leading national real estate inspection franchise known for being “not your ordinary inspection company,” announced today the signing of a new franchise agreement in Atlanta, GA signaling the company’s continued growth year-to date in 2021. With median... - October 12, 2021 - 1st Inspection Services
Afromaha and WorldRemit Present Afro Fest Omaha
Afromaha and WorldRemit proudly present the third annual Afro Fest Omaha on Saturday, September 4, 2021, from 2pm-10pm at Stinson Park in Aksarben Village. This family-friendly event celebrates Omaha’s diversity, and is the area’s largest showcase of African and Afro culture, featuring... - August 18, 2021 - Afromaha
Riester Acquires PCP Stethoscopes from RNK - MobilDrTech Continues Stethoscope Sales & Expands Product Line
Rudolf Riester GmbH of Jungingen, Germany, has acquired PCP-USB and PCP-1 stethoscopes from RNK Products, Inc. The RNK PCP line of stethoscopes has been rebranded as ri-sonic® PCP stethoscopes and Riester has assumed manufacturing operations and distribution. MobilDrTech, Inc. is pleased to announce a business affiliation with Riester where MobilDrTech will continue marketing, sales and support for the ri-sonic® PCP stethoscopes as an authorized dealer for Riester. - August 10, 2021 - MobilDrTech, Inc.
NAFA Partners with Fellow Industry Leaders for Annuity Awareness Month
Targeted Educational Initiatives Aim to Position Distributors and Producers to Help Increase Annuity Education Nationwide - June 01, 2021 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities
Residence Clubs International, Inc. Announces $50 Million Investment from Alfie Best, Chairman of Wyldecrest Parks
Residence Clubs International, Inc. CEO Craig Williamson is pleased to announce the sale of a portion of ResClubs® to British businessman and philanthropist Alfie Best. With the ResClubs’ innovative program patent pending, mobile app partnership with Hudini and infinitWiFi, and its one-year beta test with live members completed in 2020, the company now has its capital partner in place and is moving ahead with its expansion. - January 13, 2021 - ResClub
Unprecedented Demand and Essential Business Drives Superior Fence & Rail Expansion to Omaha, Nebraska
One year ago, nobody could have imagined how important the word “essential” could be. In 2020, homeowners reimagined their homes into comfortable kingdoms. As homes became virtual offices and schools, home improvements became more important than ever. This included home safety and privacy products such as fences. New Superior Fence & Rail of Omaha franchise owners made sure their new business would provide an essential service to their community and a solid investment for their family. - January 10, 2021 - Superior Fence & Rail
FuseBox One Does It Better with All-New Website Design
FuseBox One delivers critical marketing operations solutions and is redoubling its efforts to provide the best possible customer experience the all-new website design. - December 18, 2020 - FuseBox One
NAFA Recognizes Industry Contributions of Malott Nyhart with 2020 Bo Johnson Spirit Award
NAFA, the National Association for Fixed Annuities, announced Malott Nyhart, former chief marketing officer and senior vice president of Great American Insurance Group, Annuities, as the winner of its 2020 Bo Johnson Spirit Award for Lifetime Achievement. Each year, NAFA members nominate deserving... - November 04, 2020 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities
NAFA Warns of Adverse Consequences from DOL’s Proposed Class Exemption
Comment Letter Seeks Relief for Insurance Professionals - August 08, 2020 - NAFA, National Association for Fixed Annuities
FuseBox One Rolls Out Exciting New Alliance Referral Partnership Program
FuseBox One has unveiled a new way to give back to the company’s strategic partners. Dubbed the Alliance Referral Partnership, this program rewards partners whose referrals ultimately enroll in the FuseBox One Automated Marketing Platform. “We’re pretty excited about the Alliance... - June 23, 2020 - FuseBox One
Virtual Sleep Wellness Company Lofta Steps Up During Coronavirus Crisis
San Diego-based sleep wellness company Lofta, Inc. heightens its commitment to sleep health for those who need it most in a time of crisis. - April 04, 2020 - Lofta
FuseBox One Expands Service Footprint Nationally
Cole Scott, the President & CEO of FuseBox One, announces service expansion to cover the entire United States. Establishing the FuseBox One headquarters, warehousing, and distribution in the heart of the United States has allowed FuseBox One to expand their services nationwide. www.fuseboxone.com - February 04, 2020 - FuseBox One
John R. Hill Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2019 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
John R. Hill of Pella, Iowa has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2019 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the automotive detailing field. About John R. Hill John Hill has over 45 years experience in the automotive... - December 17, 2019 - Strathmore Worldwide
TeleSense Debuts the Most Advanced Grain Monitoring System for Barges and Ground Piles
Purpose-Built for New Grain Storage Challenges Brought on by Climate Change and Geopolitical Tensions, the Cellular SensorSpear™ Monitors and Protects Post-Harvest Grain - November 08, 2019 - TeleSense, Inc.
11 Year Old Breaks World Record – Finishes the 50 States Half Marathon Challenge(TM)
50 States Half Marathon Club member, Aiden Jaquez, of Montgomery, Illinois, has become the youngest ever to finish the 50 States Half Marathon Challenge(TM) at age 11 years old. - October 23, 2019 - 50 States Half Marathon Club
The Legendary Huset’s Speedway is Up for Grabs in a Winner Take-All Race
This once in a lifetime race happens on August 13th, 2019. - June 20, 2019 - Huset's Speedway
MobilDrTech Partners with BodiMetrics to Bring RPM Home
MobilDrTech, Inc. has entered into a partnership with vitals monitoring device maker BodiMetrics™ to market FDA 510k approved VitalsRx Monitor with spot vitals and continuous ECG and SpO2 monitoring. - June 13, 2019 - MobilDrTech, Inc.
AeroGo Names Jay Miller Midwest Regional Manager
AeroGo, Inc. welcomes Jay Miller as the Midwest Regional Manager effective immediately. Jay will concentrate on providing effective solutions for manufacturers with onetime or recurring movement of heavy loads. He brings over 20 years of expertise in diverse forms of material handling solutions and... - June 04, 2019 - AeroGo, Inc.
MobilDrTech Announces Collaboration with QT Medical for Release of Personal 12-Lead ECG
MobilDrTech, Inc. has entered into a partnership with award winning startup QT Medical to introduce the PCA 500, the world’s most compact, wireless, 12-lead ECG system for personal use. - February 19, 2019 - MobilDrTech, Inc.
Tractor Zoom and Wavebid Announce Partnership to Bring Buyers and Farm Equipment Auctioneers Together
Tractor Zoom, a leading advertising platform for bringing farm equipment auctioneers and buyers of high-valued farm machinery together, and Wavebid, makers of the leading auction management software, announced a partnership today designed to improve the online advertising experience for farm... - January 16, 2019 - Tractor Zoom
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) Confirms Keynote Speaker and Panelists for the Upcoming Active Shooter Awareness Town Hall Meeting in Des Moines, Iowa
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) confirms keynote speaker Randall C. Thysse, Special Agent in Charge (SAC), FBI Omaha Division, and adds Dutch Giesinger, Executive Director, Safeguard Iowa Partnership and Lt. Keith Romp, Polk County Sheriff’s Office to the panel. - September 24, 2018 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) to Host Next Active Shooter Preparedness Town Hall Meeting in Des Moines, IA
Homeland Security Foundation of America (HSFA) continues to host town hall meetings in congressional districts around the country with focus on raising awareness of active shooter threats and how to survive them. - August 14, 2018 - Homeland Security Foundation of America
An Evening with Temple Grandin: Connecting Animal Behavior & Autism - September 12, 2018
Future Horizons will be hosting an evening with Temple Grandin September 12, 2018. - July 17, 2018 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Custom Trained Diabetic Alert Dog Delivered to Woman with Type 1 Diabetes in Ankeny, IA
A woman in Ankeny, Iowa, received a very special delivery of a Diabetic Alert Service Dog from Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, or "SDWR," a 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organization based in Madison, Virginia. - June 30, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Amrita Aromatherapy Receives Inc. Magazine Award for Fastest Growing Privately-Owned Company in the State of Iowa & Launches Organic Retail Line
Inc. Magazine has ranked Amrita Aromatherapy® as one of the fastest growing privately-owned companies in the U.S. and #17 for the "Fastest Growing Private Company" in the state of Iowa. For over 28 years, Amrita® has been focused on direct sales with body workers, doctors,... - May 15, 2018 - Amrita Aromatherapy