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Connolly becomes first woman leader of Iowa College Foundation
Tara K. Connolly has been named the president of the Iowa College Foundation (ICF). She is the first woman to lead the organization in its 74-year history, according to a news release made available on Monday, July 13. Ms. Connolly succeeds Ed…
Ingredion announces $5 billion acquisition of Tate & Lyle, also acquires patented prebiotic fiber
Ingredion Incorporated, which operates one of Cedar Rapids’ largest manufacturing facilities, announced plans last week…
Coe College to launch three new hybrid concentrations this fall
Coe College will introduce three new academic concentrations this fall designed to address growing workforce…
CSI report: Midwest inflation hits three-year high in May
Inflation across the Midwest accelerated to its highest level since early 2023 in May, outpacing…
Almoayyed returns to Cedar Rapids government as economic development director
Jasmine Almoayyed has been appointed director of Economic Development & Development Services for the City…
ALPLA opens development hub in Iowa City
Packaging manufacturer ALPLA Inc. has opened a new Learning & Development Hub in Iowa City,…
Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association recognizes builders, remodelers at Parade of Homes awards breakfast
The Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association recognized several builders and remodelers at its…
Iowa City Downtown District seeks director for new Arts Alliance
The Iowa City Downtown District has launched a search for a director of the Iowa…
Keep Iowa Beautiful launches refreshed brand identity
Keep Iowa Beautiful has unveiled a refreshed brand identity aimed at better unifying the statewide…
Tip Big Grove Brewery’s new ‘Tigerhawk’ and help the Hawkeyes
The University of Iowa Athletics Department and Big Grove Brewery have announced a new licensing…
Iowa leading indicators inch up in April
Iowa’s leading economic index edged higher in April, though persistent weakness in nonfarm employment continues…
NJCAA volleyball championship partnership extended with Cedar Rapids through 2030
Cedar Rapids will continue to host the NJCAA Division II Volleyball Championship through 2030 after…
Whirlpool to cut second shift at Amana plant; ‘fewer than 300’ workers affected
Whirlpool Corporation will cut second-shift production at its Middle Amana manufacturing facility effective July 5,…
DICK’S House of Sport opens in Cedar Rapids, featuring ‘experiential elements’
DICK’S House of Sport will celebrate a grand opening for its new House of Sport…
Officials investigating reports of drones near Eastern Iowa Airport
The Eastern Iowa Airport’s Public Safety Department and federal aviation officials are investigating reports of…
Mi-T-M ePowerStation named 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Iowa
A Peosta-based manufacturer has taken the top prize in this year’s statewide competition celebrating Iowa-made…
