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CBJ editorial: HNI’s big acquisition and its gift

There are only a handful of publicly traded companies in the region, so when one of them makes a strategic acquisition, we take notice. Muscatine-based HNI Corporation announced earlier this month that it is acquiring Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Steelcase Inc.…

CBJ editorial: Cedar Rapids’ data center mojo continues

The economic development momentum for Cedar Rapids continues with the announcement of another data center…

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CBJ editorial: IUC makes bad policy

The Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) changed its name to the Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC) on…

The Corridor’s long-term success relies on its access to great health care

One differentiator in the long-term success of any region is talent attraction and retention. Another…

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CBJ editorial: Iowa’s tax climate improves, employment remains steady and Pientok retires

Iowa’s business tax climate improves The Tax Foundation’s State Business Tax Climate rankings from 2018…

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CBJ editorial: Ortberg to the rescue

Robert “Kelly” Ortberg could become the Caitlin Clark of aerospace leaders if he is able…

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The CBJ’s 20th anniversary: Creating a legacy

Earlier this year the Corridor Business Journal was referred to as a “legacy” media company…

Is the potential Cedar Rapids casino worth the gamble?

Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) and the Linn County Gaming Association (LCGA) recently announced they will…

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CBJ editorial: CID keeps getting better

The Eastern Iowa Airport’s third annual “State of Your Airport” event on June 18 highlighted…

Workforce initiatives taking shape in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City

The need to attract and retain young professionals in the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City Corridor (and…

Greater Iowa City Inc. is welcoming summer interns to join Ignite IC and foster connections to the community. workforce

Editorial: Study reveals Duane Arnold Energy Center could be restarted

There’s a glimmer of hope to correct the region’s biggest economic blunder in a generation:…

Workers perform maintenance at the Duane Arnold Energy Center after the plant was shut down for refueling.

Editorial: Mount Mercy’s unique partnership with St. Ambrose

It has been reported frequently in the media that the higher education business model is…

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Editorial: A path to passenger rail

There’s no time to bask in the glory of the completed I-74 bridge that was…

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Editorial: ACT’s next phase

American College Testing, known as ACT, has been a powerful member of the Iowa City…

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CBJ editorial: Joe Walder passes, P&G’s importance to Iowa City

There have only been a handful of billionaire creators in the Corridor, people who have…

Dr. Joseph Walder, founder of Integrated DNA Technologies, died March 26

CBJ editorial: Agriculture troubles emerge/listen to Phil Jasper

Agriculture troubles emerge Parts of agriculture’s supply chain are showing signs of distress, with the…

Amana Farms is joining Cargill's regenerative agriculture program.