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QTS formally announces Cedar Rapids data center in lieu of groundbreaking ceremony
In lieu of a formal groundbreaking ceremony following the deadly July 28 shooting at Blackstone Inc.’s New York City headquarters, QTS – a Blackstone portfolio company – has instead issued a formal announcement of its new data center campus planned…
UPDATE: Iowa WARN notice confirms 160 Collins Aerospace workers being laid off in Cedar Rapids
Collins Aerospace had laid off 160 workers from its operations in Cedar Rapids, according to…

True North Restoration named IFA Franchisee of the Year
True North Restoration, which operates locations in Cedar Falls and Cedar Rapids, has been recognized…

IOWA 500: Q&A with Denise Jamieson, UI Health Care
This Q&A was originally published in the Corridor Media Group’s inaugural IOWA 500 magazine, which features…

Lion Bridge Brewing partners with Ian’s Pizza
Lion Bridge Brewing, based in Cedar Rapids, has a new partnership with Ian’s Pizza, a…

National Safety Training Service rebrands as Midwest Safety Partners
National Safety Training Service (NSTS), a workplace safety training provider for more than 30 years,…

Alliant Energy names Patrick Allen as independent board chair
Alliant Energy Corporation has announced Patrick Allen has been named by the Board of Directors…

USDA pulls back millions in promised local food investments
Iowa’s local food network is facing an uncertain future after the U.S. Department of Agriculture…

Steindler announces March 24 opening date for new North Liberty clinic, ambulatory surgery center
Steindler Orthopedics has announced the grand opening of its new clinic and ambulatory surgery center…

The Downtown Dish with Micky’s Irish Pub
On Today’s Episode: Anna and Charlie are joined by the legendary duo David Stein and…

Iowa Workforce Development honored for efforts to reduce unemployment
Iowa Workforce Development has been recognized with the 2024 Full Employment Award from the American…

Randy Walter named new Timberline Manufacturing CEO
Timberline Manufacturing, based in Marion, has announced the appointment of Randy Walter as its new…

Mount Mercy announces $2.1 million lead gift for Busse Football Center
Mount Mercy University has announced a $2.1 million lead gift from the Lavern T. and…

Steindler Orthopedics announces transition to Epic EHR
Steindler Orthopedics has selected Epic, one of the nation’s leading electronic health record (EHR) platforms,…

Survey gauges federal policies’ effect on Iowa City area businesses
Tariffs and reductions in grant funding emerged as major concerns for Johnson County businesses and…

Iowa bankers raise more than $8,000 for Iowa PBS during annual pledge drive
Ten bankers from across Iowa volunteered for Iowa PBS’ annual pledge drive, known as Festival,…
