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EntreFEST to be held in Iowa City in 2026
The 2026 edition of EntreFEST will be held in Iowa City, organizers announced Wednesday, Sept. 24 at an event hosted jointly by 1 Million Cups’ Cedar Rapids and Iowa City chapters at the Cedar Ridge Distillery near Swisher. ““EntreFEST is…
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…
Public hearing set for Alliant Energy solar project in Lee County
The Iowa Utilities Board will hold a public hearing April 13 regarding Alliant Energy’s proposal…
Is a four-day week the future of work?
Workplace scheduling models have been forever impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with fully-remote, hybrid and…
Marion has ‘boundless potential,’ AbouAssaly tells State of the City attendees
Marion Mayor Nick AbouAssaly is an unapologetic champion of the city’s attributes and growth, and…
Report: Iowa’s economy competitive nationally, but improvements needed
Iowa remains competitive with other states in several economic measurements, but improvements are needed in…