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SBA approves $6.6 million in Iowa small business loans in August
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) approved 19 loans totaling just over $6.65 million to Iowa businesses in August 2025, including two firms in the Corridor, according to newly released monthly figures. The financing was made available through the SBA’s…
Tim Schroeder receives AIA national College of Fellows recognition
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has elevated Tim Schroeder, president of Neumann Monson Architects,…
Agriculture drones reach new heights
While many headwinds rocked the agriculture world in 2022, one constant remained the same —…
Winners announced in Top Chef competition
Winners have been announced in the 13th annual Top Chef: Downtown event held Feb. 27…
Coralville edtech company WordFlight named showcase finalist
WordFlight, an online assessment and intervention solution for elementary students struggling to achieve reading fluency…
Cracken’s Grill ‘n Chill opens in Iowa City
Cracken’s Grill ‘n Chill has opened in Iowa City at 2221 Rochester Ave. inside a…
SOKO Outfitters now offering consignment outdoor gear
SOKO Outfitters, a Cedar Rapids retailer specializing in outdoor gear and apparel, is now offering…
City View High School to share space with Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance
City View Community High School, the Cedar Rapids Community School District’s new magnet high school,…
Big Brothers Big Sisters names new CEO
Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Cedar Rapids and East Central Iowa has named Melissa…
Perspective Therapeutics: New name, new headquarters
Precision and personalization are just two of the characteristics that Perspective Therapeutics executives agree make…
Economic report: UI equals 4% of state’s gross domestic product
The University of Iowa produces an economic impact equivalent to about 4% of the state’s…
University of Iowa seeks residential property, expanded parking
In addition to other proposals brought before the Board of Regents Feb. 22, the University…
Stead Children’s Hospital windows to cost $45 million
A plan to replace damaged windows at the Stead Family Children’s Hospital for $45 million…
CellSite Solutions expands into Texas, Alabama
CellSite Solutions, based in Cedar Rapids, is expanding to new locations in Texas and Alabama…
ABI Business Horizons 2023 registration now open for Iowa high school students
Iowa high school students currently in grades 9-12 may now register for the Business Horizons…
UI to sell Mayflower Residence Hall, construct returning student hall
At a Feb. 22 Board of Regents meeting, the University of Iowa was given permission…
