Outlets of Des Moines, an open-air lifestyle destination in Altoona, Iowa, and the region’s first outlet center, is officially one year old. To mark the occasion, the center hosted several celebratory events including the grand opening of Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, an art installation by Des Moines artist and illustrator Laura Palmer, one-year anniversary sweepstakes as well as music and entertainment for all ages. Continue reading…
Groundbreaking Event Set for Luxury Residences in Altoona
The City of Altoona and the community of Ironwood are proud to have The Highgates Group select it as as the development site for new luxury residences in the heart of Altoona. The new development, The Residences at Ironwood, will feature 48 units in two buildings and will complement the existing Ironwood Cottages. Located just 15 miles east of Des Moines, this vibrant new community featuring spacious suites is sure to bring an exciting residential opportunity to the young and young at heart. Continue reading…
City of Altoona & Altoona Area Chamber of Commerce Host Groundbreaking Ceremony for new City Hall location
The City of Altoona, in partnership with the Altoona Area Chamber of Commerce, Christensen Development, Ryan Companies US, Inc., & Design Alliance, will host a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Altoona City Hall and Police Department facilities located at 900 Venbury Dr., Altoona, Iowa on Tuesday, September 4th at 5:00pm. Continue reading…
Why is Facebook Investing in Altoona? Why Now?
With more than a quarter of the world’s population logged onto Facebook, the social media giant needed the right location for its massively important (and just ‘massive’) new data centers.
Outlets of Des Moines Announce Four Store Openings in April and May
DES MOINES, Iowa (April 9, 2018) – Outlets of Des Moines, an open-air lifestyle destination in Altoona, Iowa, and the region’s first outlet center is pleased to announce the openings of four national retailers. American Eagle and Christopher & Banks will open in April, Michael Kors Outlet and Lucky Brand to follow in May. Continue reading…
Altoona Arts, Online Survey
The City of Altoona is exploring ways to stimulate community engagement through public art and cultural programming. Consultants have been engaged to work with the community to form a vision and plan for cultivating engaging and memorable spaces to work and play in Altoona. Continue reading…
Outlets of Des Moines Grand Opening Draws Thousands to Des Moines Region’s First Outlet Center
New England Development celebrated today the Opening of the Outlets of Des Moines, an open-air lifestyle destination in Altoona, Iowa, and the region’s first outlet center. A drum roll, burst of confetti and ceremonial ribbon cutting welcomed thousands of area residents and visitors eager to shop at the outlet center. Continue reading…
Outlets of Des Moines cites pluses of Altoona location
Originally published by: Jonathan Krueger | The Des Moines Register
On Thursday the Altoona Chamber of Commerce got the inside scoop on the Outlets of Des Moines, which will open in October in the city’s northwest area — including plans to promote its Altoona location, despite its Des Moines name. Continue reading…
It’s Facebook-Official: The Tech Giant is Building a 4th Altoona Data Center
By Brice Towns, site manager, Altoona data center
Used with permission from the Altoona Data Center Facebook page.
Used with permission from the Altoona Data Center Facebook page.
We’re breaking new ground – again – at the Altoona data center. Today, we’re announcing work has begun on our fourth building at our 400-acre site.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Hotel to Open Monday
The 107-room hotel, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Altoona, Iowa is scheduled to open this Monday, April 24, 2017 with its smart, inventive public space and guest room design, and its bright and inviting decor. Located at 460 Bass Pro Drive NW, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned and managed by Heart of America Group of Moline, Illinois. Continue reading…