CBJ News Staff
Alliant Energy files plan to add 1,000 megawatts of wind generation in Iowa
Alliant Energy has filed a plan with the Iowa Utilities Commission to add up to 1,000 megawatts of wind energy generation in Iowa.
The proposed...
Transamerica partners with Zach Johnson Foundation’s Kids on Course to launch ‘Saving for a...
Transamerica and the Zach Johnson Foundation’s Kids on Course program have teamed up to launch a new financial literacy initiative designed to give middle...
Iowa City REALTORS donation supports disaster relief
The Iowa City Area Association of REALTORS (ICAAR) has reaffirmed its commitment to disaster recovery and housing support through a $2,365 donation to the...
Cedar Rapids Mayor O’Donnell announces re-election bid
Mayor Tiffany O’Donnell announced Monday she will seek a second term, citing economic momentum, infrastructure progress and continued growth during her time in office.
“When...
United Way releases community roadmap to tackle regional needs
United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties has released the results of a year-long Community Needs Assessment and unveiled its Stronger Together Community Roadmap...
Iowa unemployment benefits to increase July 6
Iowa Workforce Development will raise the maximum weekly unemployment benefit to $763 starting the benefit week of July 6, 2025, up from $739 in...
Juliet Abdel named president, CEO of Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance
Juliet Abdel has been named the next president and chief executive officer of the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance, the organization’s Policy Board announced...
Corda Credit Union secures naming rights for North Liberty sports complex
Corda Credit Union has secured naming rights for a new sports complex breaking ground in North Liberty this fall.
The Corda Sports Center, a $14...
Whirlpool layoffs in Amana reduced
The number of layoffs at the Whirlpool factory in Amana has been dramatically reduced, according to a Whirlpool spokesperson.
In early April, Whirlpool announced plans...
Corridor leaders among 40 Leadership Iowa 2024-25 graduates
Iowans representing a range of industries and communities, including several from the Corridor, are among 40 graduates from the Leadership Iowa 2024-25 program, the...