Richard Pratt's stories
Why Iowa is betting on nuclear energy to meet surging electricity demand
The push to restart the Duane Arnold Energy Center began almost immediately after the facility ceased operations following the August 2020 derecho, as local residents and experts questioned the shutdown decision. That drumbeat has become a full-fledged chorus in the…
CBJ Newsmakers: State IEDA board awards $1.85 million grant for Collins Aerospace expansion
This story is a part of the CBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the…
CBJ Newsmakers: Westdale’s rebirth nearly complete
This story is a part of the CBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the…
CBJ Newsmakers: Lindale Mall sold to New York firm
This story is a part of the CBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the…
CBJ Newsmakers: Linn County extends renewable energy moratorium for three months
This story is a part of the CBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the…
CBJ Newsmakers: Eastern Iowa Airport groundbreaking seen as investment in region’s economic future
This story is a part of the CBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the…
Michaels to open new store at Westdale Town Center
Michaels, a national retailer known for arts and crafts supplies, will be opening a new…
Project to revamp Wright Brothers interchange, widen portion of I-380 now fully funded
An extensive Corridor highway improvement project that includes widening a five-mile section of Interstate 380…
Big Grove Cedar Rapids nears opening date
A preview of Big Grove Brewery’s new Cedar Rapids taproom Thursday, Dec. 7, offered a…
The Lucky Cat to close in February 2024
The Lucky Cat, which has hosted comedy shows and other events in downtown Cedar Rapids…
Downtown Cedar Rapids vision plan foresees activated, connected city core
A far-reaching visioning plan for downtown Cedar Rapids envisions a rejuvenated mixed-use city core with…
An Iowa first: Novy startup venture studio launches
Launching a startup is nothing new for Eric Engelmann, Krista Martin and David Tominsky. Still,…
Cedar Rapids dementia forum advances plan to improve life for patients, families
Health care professionals, community advocates, caregivers and individuals living with dementia will gather for the…
Collins Aerospace is continuing its evolution, with an eye on the future
For nearly a century, Collins Aerospace – and its corporate predecessors – has been inexorably…
Cedar Rapids council picks HACAP to own, operate The Heights
The Hawkeye Area Community Action Program (HACAP) will own and operate The Heights affordable housing…
VIDEO: See what’s in store at Big Grove’s Cedar Rapids location
The Big Grove Brewery and Taproom in Cedar Rapids’ Kingston Yard development will be the…
