MidAmerican Completes Two Major Iowa Wind Farms
MidAmerican Energy said it finished two large wind projects in Iowa adding over 1,200 megawatts. Highland in O’Brien County began on December 3, 2015 as the Wind VIII final piece, and Adams in Adams County started supplying electricity as Wind IX. Total renewables reach about 3,500 megawatts or 42 percent of capacity.
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Toyota to wind down Scion brand in United States
Toyota said it will end the Scion brand after 12 years and begin rebadging three 2017 Scion models as Toyotas in August. The Scion tC will stop production in August while the FR-S will become a Toyota. Sales peaked in 2006 at 173,034 and declined to 56,167 in 2015.
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China Bid Envisions Syngenta Takeover To Bolster Food Security
ChemChina's $43 billion bid for Syngenta aims to upgrade China's food production and secure supplies. The deal would be the largest-ever foreign purchase by a Chinese firm, potentially reshaping global agrochemicals and challenging Monsanto's previous efforts. Regulators may delay but are unlikely to block.
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Local entrepreneur turns Lillians into independent Marion shop
Heidi Cordes opened a Lillians franchise in Marion in October 2014 after researching opportunities, writing a business plan, and securing an SBA loan. She now runs a five day week store offering clothing footwear and accessories for women from extra small through 8X with six stock lines and limited reorders.
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Cedar Rapids
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Heidi Cordes
Lillians owner shares startup lessons and plans
Heidi Cordes discusses launching Lillians at 710 10th St Marion with a focus on organization a business plan and knowing when to shift stock for seasonal demand trial and error as key resources and the need to stay flexible in retail business. Francie Williamson invites local companies with over a year in operation to be featured by The Gazette.
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