Richard Pratt's stories
Can Iowa keep up with rising electricity demand?
For the first time in decades, Iowa is seeing a marked increase in electricity demand, spurred in large measure by the continued development of data centers, both in the Corridor and throughout the state. That growth leads to a natural…
TAI sets cybersecurity as top legislative priority for 2022
At the end of each year, the Technology Association of Iowa (TAI) announces a list…
O’Donnell wins runoff in Cedar Rapids mayoral race
Tiffany O’Donnell will be the next mayor of Cedar Rapids. Ms. O’Donnell, CEO of Cedar…
Realtor.com 2022 housing forecast reveals a whirlwind year ahead for buyers
Americans will have a better chance to find a home in 2022, but will face…
Linn County commission recommends denial of rezoning request for Coggon Solar project
It’s quite possible that an industrial-scale solar project will eventually be sited somewhere in Linn…
Local nonprofits share their struggles, progress
In-person tutoring services are returning to pre-pandemic levels at the Catherine McAuley Center (CMC), which…
Volunteering pivots to meet new realities
According to a recent AmeriCorps report, “Volunteering in America,” Iowa ranks fourth in the nation…
Deere reports net income of $1.283 billion for fourth quarter, beats expectations
Deere & Company stock was rising today (Nov. 24) after the Moline, Illinois-based ag manufacturer,…
‘Black Friday’? It’s more like ‘Black Autumn’ now
For years, “Black Friday” served as the unofficial launch of the holiday shopping season, a…
Hunter Companies cancels plans to purchase, redevelop former Transamerica site
Hunter Companies has withdrawn its proposal to purchase and redevelop the former Transamerica site in…
Linn County committee questions panel height for Coggon solar project
The proposed industrial-scale solar project near Coggon took the next step through the approval matrix…
Linn County group standing up to industrial solar proposals
Sara Ritchie Alden of Center Point maintains her group, Iowa for Responsible Solar, isn’t opposed…
Alro Steel plans new Cedar Rapids facility, 40 new jobs
A Michigan-based metals and plastics manufacturer is planning a $20 million office, warehouse and distribution…
Dawn Schott: A life’s passion
Dawn Schott Director of Juvenile Detention & Diversion Services Linn County You could say that…
Linn County voters approve casino referendum
Supporters of a Cedar Rapids casino will have another opportunity to develop a proposal for…
Ingredion third-quarter financial report shows mixed results
Ingredion Inc., the Westchester, Illinois-based starch, modified starch and starch sugar manufacturer with operations in…
