Money in Des Moines news on Tuesday, October 27, 2026

In Money in Des Moines on Tuesday, October 27, 2026: Food bank demand surges as Iowa families struggle. Also: Des Moines gas prices rose 16 cents over the past week amid steady national averages; More Iowans are turning to food banks as living costs strain household budgets.

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Des Moines gas prices rose 16 cents over the past week amid steady national averages.newsradio 1040 who

More Iowans are turning to food banks as living costs strain household budgets.KSOM
MercyOne hosting Walk-in Wednesdays to fill critical shortage of medical workers statewide.Yahoo
Job seeker completes 500 applications without securing employment in challenging market.The Des Moines Register

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