Noah Tong's stories
GreenState lending program helping hundreds of immigrant entrepreneurs
As GreenState Credit Union’s vice president/bilingual business director, Kenia Calderon Ceron launched an ITIN loan program designed to extend its services to immigrant entrepreneurs. An ITIN, or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and initially…
Child care crisis ‘not sustainable,’ center director says
The Iowa Women’s Foundation (IWF) received a $95,000 grant from the Women’s Funding Network (WFN)…
UI Technology Institute helps U.S. Army evaluate new fitness test requirements
The U.S. Army turned to the University of Iowa for help in determining the effectiveness…
What’s next?
On Aug.16, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed the day at 35,625.40 – a record…
Joanna’s Tonic Syrups seeking capital through Regulation Crowdfunding
Joanna’s Tonic Syrups, an Iowa City-based business ran by Joanna Mouming, is offering perks to…
Urban Pie, Scoopski’s Uptown Creamery close amid Marion construction woes
It has already been a tough 19 months for small businesses in Uptown Marion needing…
Williamsburg Manufacturing invests
Covering just under four square miles, Williamsburg, Iowa is known for its manufacturing prowess in…
Smouse House likely to be demolished after grant application fails
The Smouse House, home of the former Captain’s Table restaurant on South Iowa Avenue in…
Iowa Black Wall Street Investment Group forms to assist small businesses
Approximately 10 individuals are creating a new community venture capital group that invests in black-owned…
Uptown Marion transformation underway
To increase foot traffic and develop a more vibrant community, the city of Marion is…
Why are global supply chains breaking?
In the current era of consumerism and same-day shipping that so often dictates spending habits,…
UIHC: Pandemic is causing ‘alarming’ toll on hospital staff
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics (UIHC) is increasingly concerned for the physical workload and…
Worker shortage threatens the food industry
Randy Larson has owned Monica’s, an upscale, Italian American restaurant on the Coralville strip, for…
Raytheon to require COVID-19 vaccinations from U.S. employees
Raytheon Technologies is mandating all U.S. employees receive the COVID-19 vaccine or risk disciplinary action…
Steel Therapeutics successfully closes its seed financing round
Steel Therapeutics — an early stage pharmaceutical company focused on increasing access to compounded drug…
Iowa Heartlanders hockey team unveiled with ribbon cutting ceremony
The Iowa Heartlanders franchise was officially introduced to Iowa City at a ribbon cutting ceremony…
