Iowa Pork, Fareway Serve Up Bacon and Hope on Giving Tuesday
Iowa Pork, Fareway Serve Up Bacon and Hope on Giving Tuesday DES MOINES — Community leaders, Fareway Stores, and the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) joined Central Iowa Shelter & Services (CISS) today for the ninth annual Giving Tuesday breakfast, preparing and serving hundreds of warm meals to individuals experiencing homelessness across three Iowa communities. The early-morning event brought volunteers to CISS in Des Moines, while additional meals were distributed at The Bridge Home in Ames and
News Release: 12/2/2025
Clive, Iowa – December 1, 2025 – Clive Behavioral Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Holly Doherty, MBA, as Chief Executive Officer of Clive Behavioral Health. As CEO, Ms. Doherty oversees all Clive Behavioral Health clinical and operational duties, as well as administrative responsibilities. Prior to arriving at Clive Behavioral Health, Ms. Doherty served as CEO at Mayhill Hospital in Denton, TX, for the past 4 years. Ms. Doherty brings over 30 years of behavioral health CEO, risk
Clive Wins National Award for Trust in Government
The City received the designation for achieving some of the highest resident ratings in the 2024 National Community Survey.CLIVE, IA – Clive has been named the National Champion for Excellence in Trust in Government by Polco’s Best in Governance Awards – an honor reserved for communities that earn the highest scores in the National Community Survey. The City stood out among hundreds of communities surveyed over the past 18 months, achieving top-tier national benchmark ratings in nearly every trust-related
Smart Ways to Cut Start-Up Costs Without Cutting Corners
Starting a new business often feels like balancing on a tightrope — you want to keep costs low, but you can’t afford to undermine quality. The challenge isn’t just about spending less; it’s about spending wisely, so every dollar moves your vision forward. The following strategies focus on reducing expenses in ways that strengthen your company’s foundation, rather than weakening it.Lean Startup Foundations One of the most effective ways to control costs from day one is to launch with minimal core
