Richard Pratt's stories
Grant for new Mays Island trees celebrated
The center section of Mays Island has stood for decades as a largely underutilized greenspace in the heart of Cedar Rapids, save for an underground municipal parking garage. But with 26 new trees funded by the America in Bloom program…
Another 61 workers to be cut in May at Duane Arnold Energy Center
NextEra Energy Resources will be cutting another 61 workers in May at the Duane Arnold…
Corridor businesses respond to Russia-Ukraine conflict
Several businesses and industries with operations in the Corridor have issued official statements and responses…
A fresh look at regional economic development
The development of a new roadmap for economic development in East Central Iowa took the…
A legal boost for the LGBTQ community
Members of the LGBTQ community routinely face many daunting legal challenges, from housing and workplace…
Marion mayor: City’s brightest days lie ahead
As the third fastest-growing city in Iowa and the 13th largest city overall, Marion has…
GoDaddy sets revenue record for 2021 fourth quarter; EPS up nearly 30%
GoDaddy reported record revenue Thursday for the fourth quarter of 2021, buoyed by a strong…
Casey’s reports strong increases in total revenue, earnings
Casey’s General Stores reported dramatic increases in total revenue and diluted earnings per share (EPS)…
Developer ‘highly encouraged’ after commission opens door to Linn County casino application
UPDATED MARCH 9: In Jonathan Swain’s view, there’s no better time than now for a…
State committee approves Steindler application for North Liberty ambulatory surgery center
The State Health Facilities Review Committee on Monday unanimously approved Steindler Orthopedic Clinic’s certificate of…
Nordstrom net earnings, EPS top analysts’ estimates
Nordstrom reported earnings March 1 for the fourth quarter of the 2021 fiscal year that…
Wasserbahn Waterpark Resort permanently closed
After years of operational struggles, the Wasserbahn Waterpark Resort in Williamsburg is now permanently closed,…
A crisis in mental health
The COVID-19 pandemic has dominated the health care spotlight for the last two years, continuing…
Hui assumes ownership of Alberhasky Eye Clinic
A longtime Iowa City eye clinic and optical dispensary has changed hands, but the new…
NextEra files applications with Linn County for Duane Arnold Solar projects
NextEra Energy Resources officials said Thursday afternoon they have filed project permit applications with Linn…
O’Donnell encourages Cedar Rapids residents to keep momentum going
The pace of economic development projects in Cedar Rapids over the past year is encouraging,…
