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Coldwell Banker Hedges Realty rebrands as Realty87 after 138 years
One of Iowa’s oldest real estate firms is turning the page with a new name and brand identity. Coldwell Banker Hedges Realty has officially rebranded as Realty87, the company announced. The Cedar Rapids-based firm, which has operated continuously since 1887,…
Iowa unemployment rate drops to 3% in January
Iowa’s unemployment rate was 3.0% in January, down from the 3.1% initially announced in December,…
African American Museum of Iowa, LightLine Loop receives funding
In the final round of grant funding from Destination Iowa, Governor Kim Reynolds and the…
Pfister named Marion’s 2023 Community Impact Award winner
Phil Pfister has been named the 2023 Morris F. Neighbor Community Impact Award recipient for…
Jersey Mike’s partners with Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa
For the month of March, customers at Jersey Mike’s Subs in Coralville can donate to…
Stamats Communications marks 100th anniversary
Stamats Communications has announced plans to celebrate the company’s 100th anniversary. Founded in 1923, Cedar…
Iowa joins coalition investigating TikTok
Iowa and Attorney General Brenna Bird joined 46 states in requesting TikTok Inc. fully comply…
QuickVisit Urgent Care opens in Washington County
A new QuickVisit Urgent Care has opened in Washington County after a grand opening ceremony…
Solon, Iowa Valley Schools bond votes pass
School districts across the Corridor tried to pass bond votes necessary for building renovation during…
U.S., Eastern Iowa housing prices show year over year growth
Home prices rose 8.4% from the fourth quarter of 2021 to the fourth quarter of…
CRST recognized by The Home Depot as a Carrier of the Year
Cedar Rapids-based freight company CRST The Transportation Solution has been recognized by The Home Depot…
New DVIP emergency shelter will double capacity
The Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) is planning an early May groundbreaking for a new…
Kirkwood, Hawkeye community colleges form truck driving partnership
Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids and Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo are partnering to…
UI Startup Games winners share prize money
Wellness Wear, a clothing brand promoting mental health in a stylish way, won first place…
IC Free Medical and Dental Clinic appoints new executive director
The IC Free Medical and Dental Clinic has named Dr. Jennie Schmidt as new executive…
Iowa sets town hall meetings on statewide digital services
More than 50 public town hall meetings, including several in the Corridor, have been scheduled…
