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Feed Iowa First launches Global Graze event to support emerging farmers
Feed Iowa First has announced the launch of Global Graze: Raising Funds for Local Farming, a new fundraising event aimed at supporting emerging farmers and strengthening local food systems in Linn County. Scheduled for Sept. 12 from 5–8 p.m. on…
Coe, Drake law school announce 3+3 partnership
Students at Coe College in Cedar Rapids now have an opportunity to earn a bachelor’s…

Linn County officials continue to evaluate Bertram ‘Blue’ Bridge options
Officials with the Linn County Secondary Road Department and engineering contractors continue to evaluate removal…

Wealth advisor Bradley Shelman honored by Forbes
Bradley Shelman, a private wealth advisor with Ameriprise Financial in Iowa City, was named to…

ISETA to host solar event for houses of worship, nonprofits
The Iowa Solar Energy Trade Association (ISETA) is hosting the Going Solar: Houses of Worship…

Department of Labor to host H-2B online seminar
The U.S. Department of Labor is holding an online seminar April 18 to educate businesses…

Iowa submits hydrogen hub application with Nebraska, Missouri
Iowa, Nebraska and Missouri have submitted a joint grant application to the U.S. Department of…

ICABP, ICAD announce 2023 Innovation in Education awards
The Iowa City Area Business Partnership (ICABP) and the Iowa City Area Development Group (ICAD)…

Cedar Rapids Kernels to host ribbon-cutting April 18 for stadium renovations
The Cedar Rapids Kernels will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony April 18 to celebrate recent renovations…

St. Luke’s receives advanced hip, knee replacement certification
UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids has received Advanced Hip & Knee…

Iowa City Downtown District launches rewards program
The Iowa City Downtown District (ICDD) has launched a new customized shopping incentive platform for…
South Quadrangle Building, Pride Alliance Center could be razed
The University of Iowa is attempting to raze two campus buildings, the South Quadrangle Building…

University Scooters to host UI Stead Family fundraiser
University Scooters, an Iowa City shop that services and sells mopeds, is hosting its second…

KELTEK K9 grant applications now open
KELTEK Incorporated has announced the 2023 KELTEK Cares Campaign for the KELTEK K9 Unit grant…

Caitlin Clark, food pantry team up for Drive Up + Donate event
Community members are invited to team up with All-American Caitlin Clark for a Drive Up…
Cedar Rapids council OKs incentives for new CRBT office building
Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust’s (CRBT) plan to build a new office building just east…
