Annie Smith Barkalow's stories
Downtown Iowa City high-rises return to credit union; no bids received at sheriff sale
The Chauncey, and other prominent downtown Iowa City high-rises at the center of a foreclosure suit, will return to GreenState Credit Union after receiving no bids during a Johnson County sheriff sale Nov. 18. Approximately 35-40 people attended the sale,…
YMCA of Washington County awarded $4k Sports Tourism grant
At its Jan. 11 meeting, the Enhance Iowa Board awarded an estimated $1.8 million in…
International plastics manufacturer to add training facility in Iowa City
Austrian-based company Alpla, Inc. has plans to develop a training facility in Iowa City to…
Greater Iowa City, Inc. seeks collaboration with Iowa City Council
Johnson County’s economic development organization, Greater Iowa City, Inc., is seeking a closer collaboration between…
Food nonprofits see fruitful year, despite ongoing drought
2023 wasn’t exactly a banner year for agriculture – Iowa saw its third year of…
Immigration & Business Luncheon to focus on perspective, inclusion
The Catherine McAuley Center is hosting its second annual Immigration & Business Luncheon, a “celebration…
JOANN Fabric facing financial uncertainty
A popular fabric and craft store is facing financial uncertainty after declining sales and heavy…
Scouted or scammed? Employment scams becoming more prevalent
Aly McConnell was thrilled when a message popped up in her email inbox offering her…
CBJ Newsmakers: Iowa City Marketplace sale imminent
This story is a part of the CBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the…
Amish-inspired market coming to Washington
Good smells – and tastes – are coming Washington’s way. This spring, Washington residents will…
J&P Cycles closes Anamosa retail store
National motorcycle retailer J&P Cycles announced its Anamosa location is closing, eight years after it…
Coralville Mellow Mushroom to close
The Mellow Mushroom, a quirky, psychedelic pizzeria in Coral Ridge Mall, confirmed it will be…
Three Iowa City booksellers awarded James Patterson holiday bonus
Three Iowa City booksellers are the recipients of a $500 holiday bonus from prolific author…
Portion of Dubuque Street in Iowa City considered for reconstruction
A section of street in downtown Iowa City is under consideration for reconstruction as part…
Washington YMCA adding indoor aquatic center, phase two of new facility construction
The Washington YMCA is constructing an indoor aquatic center, the second phase of its two-part…
Iowa LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce celebrates Cedar Rapids, Iowa City launch
The Iowa LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce held its Cedar Rapids/Iowa City launch Thursday evening at…
