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Linn County gas-fired power plant ordinance amended for setback ‘flexibility’
The first reading of a new zoning ordinance amendment governing the siting of natural gas-fired power plants in Linn County’s unincorporated areas was approved by the Board of Supervisors Monday, March 9, with a pair of new amendments – including…
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…
Swisher officials to regroup after voters again reject municipal water plan
Swisher officials are assessing their next steps after a measure to develop a municipal water…
Eastern Iowa Airport groundbreaking seen as investment in region’s economic future
The final phase of the Eastern Iowa Airport’s modernization project represents a key investment not…
Swisher leaders say municipal water vote key to city’s development
Residents of Swisher will vote Tuesday, March 7 on a measure to develop a municipal…
