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Gonder to retire as Bankers Trust Eastern Iowa market president, Heideman named successor
Bankers Trust announced Friday, Sept. 26, that Eastern Iowa Market President Jack Gonder will retire Jan. 2, 2026, with Senior Vice President Curt Heideman set to succeed him in the role. Mr. Heideman, who currently serves as senior vice president…
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…
Wilson’s Orchard announces restaurant closure
Iowa City-based Wilson’s Orchard & Farm will be closing its restaurant and converting the upper…
Iowa City organizations launch Underestimated Small Business Grants
Greater Iowa City, Inc., in partnership with the Community Foundation of Johnson County and South…
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…
Iowa Starbucks Workers United join national strike
Starbucks workers in Iowa City and Davenport are joining an escalating national strike Tuesday, Dec.…
Iowa City performing arts high school earns Cognia accreditation
Iowa Conservatory (ICON) has announced its regional accreditation with Cognia and recognition by the state…
Party City to close all store locations
After nearly 40 years in business, Party City is ceasing operations. CNN reported the announcement…
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…
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…
The Halal Guys’ grand opening this weekend
The Halal Guys, known for its Middle Eastern cuisine with an American twist, will open…
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…
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…
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…
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…
