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Mercy Medical Center partners with Des Moines anesthesiology group

Mercy Medical Center has entered a new partnership with Des Moines-based Medical Center Anesthesiologists (MCA) to provide anesthesiology services as the hospital continues its move toward a full-employment staffing model for anesthesia care. MCA, which has served the Iowa region…

North Liberty’s Snuggie Bar Crawl returns for seventh year

North Liberty’s Snuggie Crawl is set to return for its seventh year, inviting participants to…

Snuggie Crawl participants visit a local establishment. The Snuggie Crawl is part of North Liberty's Beat the Bitter winter festival.

Wilson’s Orchard announces restaurant closure

Iowa City-based Wilson’s Orchard & Farm will be closing its restaurant and converting the upper…

A view of the dining area inside Wilson's Ciderhouse in Iowa City.

Iowa City organizations launch Underestimated Small Business Grants

Greater Iowa City, Inc., in partnership with the Community Foundation of Johnson County and South…

CREDIT GREATER IOWA CITY INC.

Field Day Brewing Company introduces cannabis-infused drinks on draft

Almost a year after introducing its cannabis-infused beverage line Day Dreamer, Field Day Brewing Company…

The 20,000 square foot Field Day Brewing is seen at 925 Liberty Way on July 25. CREDIT ELEANOR HILDEBRANDT

Iowa Starbucks Workers United join national strike

Starbucks workers in Iowa City and Davenport are joining an escalating national strike Tuesday, Dec.…

A barista dons a Starbucks Workers United sticker.

Iowa City performing arts high school earns Cognia accreditation

Iowa Conservatory (ICON) has announced its regional accreditation with Cognia and recognition by the state…

Beth Brown and Leslie Nolte are co-founders of ICON Arts Academy in Iowa City.

Party City to close all store locations

After nearly 40 years in business, Party City is ceasing operations. CNN reported the announcement…

Party City's Marion location at 1420 Twixt Town Rd. in Collins Road Square shopping center.

Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County hosting ‘Black in Business’ holiday shop and swap

The Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County will host a celebration of local Black entrepreneurship and…

Blue and gold Christmas ornament bulbs

IEDA board awards $42,000 CAT grant to Nation Czech and Slovak Museum & Library

The Iowa Economic Development Authority has awarded a $42,500 Community Attraction and Tourism (CAT) grant…

National Czech and Slovak Museum

The Halal Guys’ grand opening this weekend

The Halal Guys, known for its Middle Eastern cuisine with an American twist, will open…

The Halal Guys, a New York City-based restaurant chain, is opening a location in Coralville.

SBA reports $195.9 million in Iowa loan approvals for 2024 fiscal year

The Iowa district office of the Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced the agency’s fiscal…

U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loans Iowa

Iowa housing market defies year-end trends with strong gains

The Iowa housing market continued its year-end surge, defying expectations of a seasonal slowdown, according…

Real estate sales

Cedar Ridge Distillery unveils latest limited edition of American Single Malts

Cedar Ridge Distillery, under the direction of Master Blender Murphy Quint, has unveiled the fourth…

Cedar Ridge Distillery's latest in a series of limited-edition American Single Malts: The QuintEssential Wine Club, First Meeting.

Iowa City Animal Center announces 1,500 square foot addition

The Iowa City Animal Care and Adoption Center has announced plans for a 1,500-square-foot addition…

Trees Forever partnered with 112 communities in 2024

Trees Forever, a Marion-based nonprofit environmental organization, completed tree planting projects in 112 communities across…

Trees Forever neighborhood tree captains