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Iowa Bankers Association launches new public image advertising campaign
The Iowa Bankers Association (IBA) has launched a new public image advertising campaign, “IOWA BANKS. Your partner through it all.” The initiative highlights the critical role strong, lifelong banking relationships play throughout life’s journey, a release stated. The campaign launched…
Alliant Energy offering 25 innovation scholarships
Alliant Energy is seeking applications for their 2022 Innovation Scholarships as the company recognizes outstanding…

Cornell’s new Finance Lab fuels hands-on learning opportunities
Students walking into Cornell College’s new Cell Finance Lab might feel a bit like they’re…

Applications open for Iowa City idea accelerator program
Heartland Forward and its partners, Builders + Backers and the Iowa City Area Development Group…

International Paper receives approval for carbon reduction target
International Paper, with operations in Cedar Rapids, has announced its 35% Greenhouse Gas reduction target…

Honkamp Krueger acquires Nigl Accounting
Honkamp Krueger (HK) — a top 100 CPA and business consulting firm with locations in…

UnityPoint physician receives AME certification
Dr. Angela Greif, UnityPoint Health–Jones Regional Medical Center (JRMC) chief medical officer, recently received FAA…
Iowa reemployment case management program launches in January
Iowa Workforce Development will start the new year with a new sense of urgency about…

Mercy Hospital Foundations hosts Love Lights
Love Lights is returning for its 34th anniversary, the Mercy Hospital Foundation Iowa City announced…
BAE Systems awarded $316 million contract to deliver hardened military GPS modules
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has executed a $316 million contract option for BAE Systems’…

NextEra partners with Marion Heritage Center & Museum on new energy exhibit
The Marion Heritage Center and Museum is officially open to the public again, with a…

Barrel House in Marion set to open Dec. 6
Barrel House has announced that their newest location, at 295 Tower Terrace Rd. in Marion,…

Holiday Thieves Market returns in a new location
The Holiday Thieves Market is back and in person this year in a new location.…

Czech Village & New Bohemia to Deck the District
The Czech Village & New Bohemia District is officially launching the holiday season Dec. 3-5…

Hy-Vee to permanently close Collins Road grocery store
Collins Road Hy-Vee, located at 279 Collins Road NE in Cedar Rapids, will permanently close…

NAHB: Construction loan growth hits post-recession high in third quarter
Residential construction loan volume reached a post-Great Recession high during the third quarter, as home…






