CBJ News Staff
Iowa City organizations launch Underestimated Small Business Grants
Greater Iowa City, Inc., in partnership with the Community Foundation of Johnson County and South of 6, has announced the launch of the ARPA-funded...
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 is now offering its hemp-based drinks on draft, a...
Iowa Starbucks Workers United join national strike
Starbucks workers in Iowa City and Davenport are joining an escalating national strike Tuesday, Dec. 24.
Starbucks Workers United baristas began unfair labor practice (ULP)...
Iowa City performing arts high school earns Cognia accreditation
Iowa Conservatory (ICON) has announced its regional accreditation with Cognia and recognition by the state of Iowa as an independently accredited non-public school for...
Party City to close all store locations
After nearly 40 years in business, Party City is ceasing operations.
CNN reported the announcement came on Friday when Party City CEO Barry Litwin told...
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 community spirit at the “Black in Business” Holiday Shop...
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 to the National Czech and Slovak Museum & Library.
The...
The Halal Guys’ grand opening this weekend
The Halal Guys, known for its Middle Eastern cuisine with an American twist, will open its first Iowa location at 3220 Redhawk Street in...
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 year 2024 loan approval statistics for its regular loan...
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 to the latest metrics from Iowa REALTORS.
“Iowa’s housing market...