Annie Smith Barkalow's stories

A rendering of one of the skating rinks at Glide & Go Skate City.

Glide & Go Skate City to launch this winter in Iowa City

A new skating rink will make its debut at the Iowa City Marketplace this winter. Glide & Go Skate City, a 27,000-square-foot retro-style skating rink with modern flair, will open January 2026 in Joann Fabric’s former space at 1676 Sycamore…

University of Iowa president Wilson granted $60k raise

Starting July 1, University of Iowa president Barbara Wilson will earn $760,000 a year, following…

University of Iowa president Barbara Wilson at the Iowa Board of Regents meeting, June 13.

UI Health Care requests approval for 6% rate increase

At the Iowa Board of Regents meeting June 12, University of Iowa Health Care requested…

UI Health Care logo

Paul Davis Restoration named CBJ’s 2024 Fastest Growing Company

For the owners of Paul Davis Restoration, their start was marked with baptism by fire…

Co-owners of Paul Davis Restoration: CEO Matt Banning, director of marketing and HR Emily Cornish, and president and COO Scott Cornish. CREDIT ANNIE SMITH BARKALOW

UI Health Care seeks $74 million OBGYN expansion, renovation

Next week, University of Iowa Health Care will petition the Iowa Board of Regents for…

Andrea Greiner, division director of the maternal-fetal medicine division in the UIHC's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, performs an ultrasound on a patient.

Iowa City Downtown District reflects on 2023, looks to future initiatives

Attracting thousands of visitors, improved placemaking, enhancing night-time safety measures and recruiting and retaining local…

Iowa City Downtown District's executive director, Betsy Potter, takes the podium at the Englert Theatre for the 2024 State of the Downtown, June 5.

University of Iowa seeks expansion, renovation of Tippie College of Business

The University of Iowa is seeking approval to move forward with expansion and renovation plans…

Pappajohn Business Building University of Iowa

Iowa City’s Pagliai’s Pizza building designated as historic landmark

An iconic Iowa City building with ties to Czech immigrants was recently designated a historic…

302-316 E. Bloomington St., an iconic Iowa City building with Czech roots, was designated a historic landmark at the city council's May 21 meeting. Pagliai

Agri-CULTURE Iowa aims to unite Johnson County agribusinesses under one brand

This summer, Agri-CULTURE Iowa makes its debut at the Johnson County Fair. The brand, a…

The new brand logo for Agri-CULTURE, Greater Iowa City Inc.'s new agritourism brand that will work to elevate Johnson County agribusinesses.

Angie Jordan, South of 6 director, steps down following medical diagnosis

Angie Jordan’s enthusiasm is infectious. Just five minutes with her and one can easily envision…

Angie Jordan, executive director of South of 6 Iowa City Business District and founder and CEO of Banjo Knits Empowerment.

ACT CEO: Organization’s foray into for-profit seeks to grow capabilities

Educational organization and former nonprofit ACT made headlines last month when it announced a partnership…

The entrance of ACT's campus, on the corner of ACT Place and Scott Boulevard, Iowa City.

Transporting the Eras Tour: How a Midwestern trucking company got Taylor Swift’s tour across the border

America’s sweetheart Taylor Swift is a global phenomenon, having seen enormous success with her evolution…

Fifty-one CFI trucks were needed to make the trip with the Eras Tour equipment to Mexico City, Mexico. CREDIT CFI

Retirement community, Chicago developer among North Liberty’s development requests

A retirement community and mixed-use development proposition are a few of the significant developments that…

An aerial view of Solomon's Landing.

$30 million conservation bond proposed for Johnson County

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors, joined by the Johnson County Conservation Board, convened on…

Johnson County Board of Supervisors with the Johnson County Conservation Board are joined by new committee "Our Land. Our Water. Our Future.," co-chaired by THINK Iowa City president Josh Schamberger (left) and former Johnson County supervisor Pat Heiden (right) on Wednesday at Riverfront Crossings Park.

North Liberty celebrates new city hall with ribbon cutting

The city of North Liberty celebrated the grand opening of its new city hall with…

North Liberty Mayor Chris Hoffman prepares to cut the ribbon during the grand opening ceremony of City Hall.

Northside Diner, new Washington restaurant, will bring comfort food to modern palates

A building that once housed a beloved Washington restaurant will once again see diners lined…

Ed and Isabella Santoro stand behind the bar of Northside Diner in Washington.