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Small Business
Specializing in renovated goods, Newton business ... renovates
Tech
App shines a light on Altoona businesses
Deetz recently added Altoona to its small list of cities in Iowa to feature. The platform is intended to inform users about the latest deals each business has.
Coronavirus
Dress shops, florists and more wedding vendors seeing surge in business
The COVID-19 pandemic forced millions of couples to cancel or postpone their weddings in 2020. Now, things are starting to look up for vendors.
Shopping
Fareway offering online ordering, curbside pick-up for shoppers
Online shopping is available at nearly 50 Fareway stores. They said they're also exploring a delivery option for customers to take advantage of.
Coronavirus
Work from home revolution, businesses fight to survive, vaccine hope | COVID Cause & Effect, Ep. 6
In the last episode of "Coronavirus Cause & Effect," Local 5 looks back at the fall of the economy and the hope for the future.
Community
DAV Thrift Store in Des Moines undergoing renovations
More than 350 feet of new shelving was installed in the store. The general manager hopes it leads to more sales, which could help serve more people.
Small Business
ISU grad launches 'Shop Black DSM' to promote Black-owned businesses in central Iowa
Shop Black DSM helps connect people to Black-owned businesses in Des Moines.
Entertainment
West Des Moines releases development plan for Valley West Mall
The city says it is a 10-year project with a $278 million price tag.
Personal Finance
Afraid of overspending this holiday season? Here are some last-minute shopping tips
A tip to prevent overspending during last minute shopping is to keep emotions out of gift buying and offer to spend quality time together instead.
Holidays
USPS holiday shipping deadlines are upon us
USPS is urging customers to mail their greeting cards and packages now for Christmas arrival.
Small Business
Vendors adapt, innovate for Drive-Through Winter Farmers' Market
Normally, these businesses would be selling their products along the streets of downtown Des Moines. But not this year.
Coronavirus
Iowa artist makes coronavirus-themed Christmas ornaments
As more and more small businesses feel the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, an Iowa artist is using the virus as inspiration.
Tech
App shines a light on Altoona businesses
Deetz recently added Altoona to its small list of cities in Iowa to feature. The platform is intended to inform users about the latest deals each business has.
Coronavirus
Dress shops, florists and more wedding vendors seeing surge in business
The COVID-19 pandemic forced millions of couples to cancel or postpone their weddings in 2020. Now, things are starting to look up for vendors.
Shopping
Fareway offering online ordering, curbside pick-up for shoppers
Online shopping is available at nearly 50 Fareway stores. They said they're also exploring a delivery option for customers to take advantage of.
Coronavirus
Work from home revolution, businesses fight to survive, vaccine hope | COVID Cause & Effect, Ep. 6
In the last episode of "Coronavirus Cause & Effect," Local 5 looks back at the fall of the economy and the hope for the future.
Community
DAV Thrift Store in Des Moines undergoing renovations
More than 350 feet of new shelving was installed in the store. The general manager hopes it leads to more sales, which could help serve more people.
Small Business
ISU grad launches 'Shop Black DSM' to promote Black-owned businesses in central Iowa
Shop Black DSM helps connect people to Black-owned businesses in Des Moines.
Entertainment
West Des Moines releases development plan for Valley West Mall
The city says it is a 10-year project with a $278 million price tag.
Personal Finance
Afraid of overspending this holiday season? Here are some last-minute shopping tips
A tip to prevent overspending during last minute shopping is to keep emotions out of gift buying and offer to spend quality time together instead.
Holidays
USPS holiday shipping deadlines are upon us
USPS is urging customers to mail their greeting cards and packages now for Christmas arrival.
Small Business
Vendors adapt, innovate for Drive-Through Winter Farmers' Market
Normally, these businesses would be selling their products along the streets of downtown Des Moines. But not this year.
Coronavirus
Iowa artist makes coronavirus-themed Christmas ornaments
As more and more small businesses feel the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, an Iowa artist is using the virus as inspiration.
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