Richard Pratt's stories
Zeam focuses on ‘life in real time’ streaming
In a way, Jack Perry’s launch of Zeam has been a natural progression of the streaming video revolution he’s helped to lead. Having founded or led several broadcast technology firms over 30-plus years, Mr. Perry has established a leading foothold…
2023 Women of Influence: Kristin Roberts
It’s often said that having a dream job would consist of doing what you love…
Linn hazardous material pipeline ordinance set for revamp
A proposed Linn County ordinance establishing setbacks from private hazardous material pipelines is heading back…
David’s Bridal plans layoffs in Marion, other Iowa stores
David’s Bridal plans to lay off employees at all four of its Iowa stores, including…
Cedar Rapids Marriott, Residence Inn up for auction
The Cedar Rapids Marriott is up for auction. According to a listing on the commercial…
Marion revamps agreement with East Town Crossing developers
The city of Marion has revamped its agreement with the developer of the East Town…
Officials: Cedar Rapids flood gate’s completion signals ‘irreversible momentum’
As Cedar Rapids, state and federal officials gathered Tuesday to celebrate the completion of a…
A new home for Freedom Foundation
After nearly a decade of helping military veterans with basic needs and support, the Freedom…
Miskimen appointed to fill open seat on Marion council
Gage Miskimen was formally appointed to fill a vacant seat on the Marion City Council…
Iowa Leading Indicators Index decreased slightly in February
The Iowa Leading Indicators Index (ILII) decreased to 108.3 in February, a decline of .1%…
Linn County extends renewable energy moratorium for three months
UPDATE: The Linn County Board of Supervisors on March 29 formally extended the county’s moratorium…
RSM’s newest CEO calls Cedar Rapids home – and plans to keep it that way
Brian Becker is distinctly proud of his Eastern Iowa roots. So when he was offered…
State IEDA board awards $1.85 million grant for Collins Aerospace expansion
The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Board announced Friday that Collins Aerospace’s planned $22 million…
Kwik Shop locations in Cedar Rapids area sold, being rebranded as Sinclair
All five Kwik Shop locations in the Cedar Rapids metro area are in the process…
Wolf Carbon won’t seek public hearing on carbon pipeline in 2023
Wolf Carbon Solutions doesn’t plan to request a public hearing in 2023 regarding their proposal…
Collins Aerospace proposes $22 million expansion project in Cedar Rapids
UPDATE: The Cedar Rapids City Council approved a resolution Tuesday, March 14 on a term…