DES MOINES, IOWA (October 25, 2019) — As part of a nationwide Department of Labor effort, Iowa Workforce Development is conducting a customer-satisfaction survey to gather feedback on employment and training services provided by local service-providers. The survey responses will be used to improve employment and training services both locally and across the state.

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 25, 2019) — State Treasurer Michael L Fitzgerald announced he has over $273 million in treats waiting for Iowans in the form of unclaimed property in the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt. "There's no trick involved in the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt — only treats for those who find they have property to claim." Fitzgerald said. "We are holding lots of 'spooky' unclaimed properties for individuals and businesses."

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (October 24, 2019) — To further assist in combatting the national opioid epidemic, Hy-Vee Inc announces it has purchased and will install drug take-back receptacles by November 7, 2019, in all 276 Hy-Vee pharmacy locations throughout its eight-state region to provide customers a secure place to dispose of unused medications, including controlled substances.

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (October 24, 2019) — The unemployment rate decreased over-the-year in September in twelve Illinois metropolitan areas, increased in one, and was unchanged in one according to preliminary data released today by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). Data also shows the number of non-farm jobs increased in thirteen Illinois metropolitan areas and decreased in one.

WASHINGTON DC (October 23, 2019) — The Senate is voting this afternoon to reopen state workarounds on the limits on the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction by disapproving of IRS regulations that prevent relabeling state tax payments as charitable contributions to make them fully deductible. This step would significantly weaken the cap on the SALT deduction.

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (October 22, 2019) — On Saturday, October 26, more than 250 Hy-Vee stores will host a Halloween Party featuring trick-or-treating and family-friendly activities from 1-3PM. The free event includes coloring, cookie-decorating, mini-pumpkin-painting, and more. Children dressed in costume will receive a free trick-or-treat bag, while supplies last.

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (October 21, 2019) — "The multi-year, data-driven, IDOT investment-plan the governor announced today is a major step in implementing a transportation modernization program that will improve Illinois’ greatest economic asset," said Illinois Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Todd Maisch.

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 21, 2019) — October is meant to be the scariest month of the year, but State Treasurer Michael L Fitzgerald wants to make sure paying for higher education is not something to be spooked about. "Families already have enough stress and anxiety in their lives and figuring out how they're going to afford higher education for their kids and grandkids shouldn't be one of those," Fitzgerald said.

DES MOINES, IOWA (October 21, 2019) — State Treasurer Michael L Fitzgerald is encouraging Iowans to review their retirement plans in celebration of National Save for Retirement Week. "I'm asking Iowans to challenge themselves to take action during National Save for Retirement Week to make sure they are on track for a secure retirement," Fitzgerald stated.

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