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Business retention, expansion survey helps Greater IC foster growth for Johnson County businesses
Regional economic development groups play an important role in promoting and providing resources for the business communities they represent. In addition to creating opportunities for local businesses to network and leverage opportunities, these organizations can serve as advocates on a…
279-acre mixed-use development eyed for Springville
A sprawling 279-acre development has been proposed for the town of Springville, located just south…
Board of Regents approve UI Health Care’s acquisition of oncology clinic
The Iowa Board of Regents has approved University of Iowa Health Care’s $280 million asset…
‘Everyone Can Work’: Iowa City celebrates 34 years of ADA, spotlights inclusion and disability employment at downtown event
Iowa City marked the 34th anniversary of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and…
Iowa City moves toward stricter public health measures with proposed kratom ban and tobacco retailer regulations
Iowa City is one step closer to a ban on kratom and curtailing the proliferation…
UI Health Care seeks $25 million in upgrades to Downtown Campus
In keeping with its agreement prior to the acquisition of Mercy Iowa City, the University…
From playbooks to property: former Iowa Hawkeye tackles real estate investing
Former Iowa Hawkeye football safety Anthony Gair used to analyze playbooks in preparation for his…
Coralville city officials give update on West Village, ‘new urbanist’ neighborhood
Coralville residents and community leaders packed the city’s council chambers Monday afternoon to hear updates…
Empowerment Symposium speakers discuss overcoming barriers, navigating setbacks
On Sept. 19 and 20, a diverse group of professionals from Eastern Iowa converged at…
Frontier Co-op celebrates social impact, global partnerships at ‘Doing Good, Works’ event
Iowa-based herb and spice company Frontier Co-op celebrated its commitment to social and environmental impact…
Lubben Vineyards & Wines celebrates opening of new winery
The town of Anamosa is Grant Wood country, and the rolling hills made famous by…
Neighborhood Centers expands with new Iowa City locations
The Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County (NCJC) is moving forward with the renovation of two…
Dubuque Street businesses anticipate recovery as construction ends and students return
As the South Dubuque Street reconstruction project in Iowa City nears completion, business owners along…
Union curious: Support for unions grows, membership numbers decline
Union membership across the U.S. continues to decline, despite growing public support for unions and…
Wilson’s Orchard & Farm thrives in Des Moines
Five months after officially opening its Des Moines location, Iowa City-based Wilson’s Orchard & Farm…
JoCo Board of Supervisors oust executive director
This story has been updated to include comments from Guillermo Morales. The Johnson County Board…
