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Iowa’s housing market sees rising momentum
Iowa’s housing market saw a rise in momentum throughout May, fueled by increased inventory and steady buyer demand, according to data from the Iowa Association of Realtors. Industry leaders say the figures indicate a balanced and active market heading into…
Johnson County Supervisors recommend $13.37 minimum wage for 2026
The Johnson County Board of Supervisors voted to recommend increasing the county’s minimum wage to…
2026 Iowa Healthiest State Conference opens registration for workplace well‑being leaders
Registration is open for the 2026 Healthiest State Conference, presented by Wellabe, as employers across…
Registration opens for 36th annual Especially for You race against breast cancer
Registration for the 36th annual Especially for You (EFY) Race Against Breast Cancer will open…
Age On to host brain health and exercise orientation for older adults
Age On, a fitness community focused on older adults, will host a special educational event…
Common Sense Institute Iowa names Matt Everson executive director
The Common Sense Institute (CSI) Iowa announced Tuesday it has named Matt Everson as its…
Ernst names Hands Jewelers small business of the week
U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, announced Monday that Hands Jewelers of Johnson County is her…
Tiffin coffee shop Deja Brew opens second location at The Pines Pizza and Pub in Cedar Rapids
Deja Brew at The Pines, a new venture featuring a scratch-made bakery, coffee creations and…
F&M Bank employees raise over $27,000 for Iowa charities
MANCHESTER, Iowa — F&M Bank employees and the bank’s matching program raised $27,635.48 for four…
Chipotle opens new Iowa City spot with drive-thru
Chipotle Mexican Grill is set to open a new location at 21 Sturgis Corner Drive,…
Uptown Marion to host first ‘Vision to Venture’ entrepreneur networking event April 2
Uptown Marion – A Main Street Iowa Community will host its first Vision to Venture…
Iowa manufacturing competition seeks ‘Coolest Thing Made in Iowa’ nominations
The Iowa Association of Business and Industry is partnering with Nicolet National Bank to host…
The Downtown Dish: André Perry, Hancher’s role in Iowa City’s arts scene
In this episode of “Downtown Dish,” hosts Charlie Nusser and Anna Moyers Stone discuss new…
Mayor proclaims March 19 as Buy 319 Local Day in Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids Mayor Tiffany O’Donnell has proclaimed March 19 as Buy 319 Local Day in…
Faust steps down as Willis Dady Homeless Services executive director
Alicia Faust is stepping down as executive director of Willis Dady Homeless Services after nearly…
Kirkwood students collaborate internationally on business challenges
This week, nine Kirkwood Community College students will conclude a major international business collaboration, the…
