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Millstream Brewing acquires Kismet Kombucha
Millstream Brewing Co., based in Amana, has acquired Kismet Kombucha, adding the small-batch kombucha brand to a portfolio that already includes beer, soda, cider and seltzer. The acquisition was officially announced March 31. Financial terms were not disclosed. The acquisition…
Almost Famous Popcorn acquires Noble Popcorn, expands to Sac City
Almost Famous Popcorn Company announced March 22 the acquisition of Sac City-based Noble Popcorn. The…
Speakers announced for Iowa Technology Summit April 12
The Technology Association of Iowa has announced the speakers for the 2022 Iowa Technology Summit,…
Cornell president on advisory committee to launch new pathway to law school
The Law School Admission Council (LSAC) has announced a new initiative that will offer undergraduate…
PepsiCo, N-Drip partner to innovate water-saving benefits for farmers worldwide
PepsiCo and N-Drip have announced a partnership to help farmers around the world adopt game-changing…
IEDA Board approves assistance for two Corridor startups
The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Board approved awards on March 18 for three companies,…
Grand Impact: $100,000 for a Cedar Rapids charity
There is a new opportunity for a Cedar Rapids non-profit to receive $100,000 to address…
CommUnity names first diversity outreach specialist
Amel Ali has been named CommUnity Crisis Services and Food Bank’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion…
ASAC working to reduce substance-use related deaths
The Area Substance Abuse Council (ASAC) is implementing the Strategic Initiatives to Prevent Drug Overdoses…
Kirkwood nursing program earns NLN CNEA Accreditation
Kirkwood Community College’s nursing program has earned accreditation status from the National League for Nursing…
Applications accepted now for Think Iowa City grants
Organizations planning special events that will occur from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023,…
Hills Bank and Trust named top lender for veteran-owned small businesses
The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Iowa District Office has announced the winners of its top…
SBA extends EIDL program payment deferment to 30 months
The U.S. Small Business Administration is extending the deferment period for payments on existing loans…
ImOn adds 3,200 residential addresses in Iowa City to fiber network
ImOn Communications on March 15 announced that 3,200 residential addresses in Iowa City are to…
Cedar Rapids & Iowa City Build My Future set for April 5
An estimated 220 students from 12 different junior highs or middle schools in seven Eastern…
Iowa City Area Parade of Homes application deadline extended
The Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association’s Parade of Homes committee has extended the…
