CBJ News Staff
Groundbreaking today begins improvements to Cedar Lake
Cedar Rapids officials and community partners celebrated a milestone today, breaking ground to begin construction on Cedar Lake improvements, including ConnectCR enhancements and a...
IBC projects positive six-month economic outlook
The Iowa Business Council (IBC) has released its third-quarter Economic Outlook Survey for 2021. The report measures member expectations for sales, capital spending and...
Downtown I.C. debuts new public art installation – ‘You Belong Here’
On Friday, Downtown Iowa City will turn on the lights to its latest public art installation in the alleyway between Dubuque and Linn streets...
Cedar Rapids hires first Diversity, Equity and Inclusion manager
Elizabeth Buch has been hired to serve at the City of Cedar Rapids' first Diversity, Equity and Inclusion manager.
This newly created position will lead...
Report: Iowa ranks seventh among best states to start a farm
Ahead of Farmer's Day Oct. 12, LawnStarter compared the 50 states across 42 key metrics to rank 2021’s Best States to Start a Farm...
Xtream Arena to host the Harlem Globetrotters
The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to Coralville on Jan. 12 as part of their newly reimagined Spread Game Tour.
It's one stop in a tour...
IC Ped Mall playground design finalized
After reviewing public input and agreeing to an updated concept, the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Commission and a steering committee is moving forward...
Iowa Energy Center launches Energy Infrastructure Revolving Loan Program
The Iowa Energy Center Board and the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) have announced that the first application window for a new supportive energy...
MedQuarter marks 10th anniversary with progress report
The Cedar Rapids Medical Self-Supporting Municipal District (SSMID) recently celebrated its 10th anniversary by delivering brochures and fresh cookies to district businesses.
In September 2011,...
Good Housekeeping names Whirlpool washing machine as ‘most innovative’
The Whirlpool Top Load Washer with 2 in 1 Removable Agitator has been named in Good Housekeeping’s 2021 Cleaning Awards as the “Most Innovative...
