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Climate change will negatively impact insurance market, Iowa climate scientists say
A coalition of 179 climate scientists from 26 Iowa colleges and universities released a statement Monday addressing climate change’s impact on the state’s insurance market. The statement is part of an annual series from Iowa researchers and educators that examines…
Greater Iowa City, Inc. introduces A Toast to Business Awards
As businesses navigate workforce shortages, shifting consumer trends, and an evolving economy, Greater Iowa City,…
ImOn Communications announces fiber-optic network expansion to southeast Iowa
ImOn Communications, a leading provider of high-speed Internet services, has announced the expansion of its…
Iowa City offering grants for community-led climate action
Iowa City is accepting applications for its Climate Action Grant program, with the objective to…
Crystal Group announces next-generation processing tech integration
Crystal Group, Inc., based in Hiawatha, has announced the integration of next-generation processing components into…
Junior Achievement announces launch of JA BizTown Mobile tour
Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa (JAEI) is gearing up to launch the 2025 JA BizTown…
GreatAmerica accepting applications for Employee Advised Fund
GreatAmerica Financial Services Corporation has opened the spring application period for its Employee Advised Fund…
Alliant Energy contributes nearly $9.3 million to communities in 2024
Alliant Energy, its charitable foundation, employees and retirees collectively contributed nearly $9.3 million and more…
UI Health Care expands infant security with new tech at downtown campus
A technology meant to enhance patient safety for newborns is launching at University of Iowa…
International Flavors and Fragrances to expand Cedar Rapids ingredients facility
International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) has announced the upcoming expansion of its Danisco US Inc.…
Catherine McAuley Center’s third annual Immigration & Business Luncheon to be held March 6
The Catherine McAuley Center is celebrating the contributions of refugees and immigrants to the local…
Iowa County Development set to launch business facade/signage grant
Iowa County Community Development (ICCD) is set to launch a facade/signage grant, incentivizing businesses in…
Cedar Rapids AniMeals becomes a Horizons program
AniMeals, a Cedar Rapids service often referred to as “Meals on Wheels for pets,” is…
Coralville Costco workers to organize union with Teamsters 238
Workers at Costco’s Coralville location have announced they will organize a union with Teamsters Local…
Federal funding freeze uncertainty jeopardizes Linn County nonprofits, survey finds
After the recent federal funding freeze debacle, Linn County nonprofits have experienced significant uncertainty. As…
CRBT announces leadership change
Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust (CRBT) has announced that Larry Helling will retire from his…
