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Judge hears Linn County casino license lawsuit arguments; ruling expected by July
Attorneys presented starkly contrasting views on Linn County voters’ 2021 approval of a casino gambling referendum during a judicial review hearing Wednesday on a lawsuit challenging the ballot language in that referendum – and the subsequent issuance of a gaming…
Henrichs named interim CFO of UI Health Care
Mark Henrichs will take over as interim chief financial officer for UI Health Care this…

Ingredion operating income, EPS up dramatically in second quarter
Ingredion Inc. reported adjusted operating income of $208 million for the second quarter Tuesday, up…

UI professor: Consider shopping for holidays now
So-called “Christmas in July” sales have become a summertime staple, fueled by retailers’ desire to…
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics ranked among nation’s best
For the 32nd year in a row, the U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals”…

International Paper reports strong second quarter earnings
International Paper reported second quarter earnings Thursday, topping analysts’ estimates in most categories. The company,…

Iowa City Council rejects rezoning for Hickory Hill Estates development
It’s back to square one for a proposed residential development near Hickory Hill Park. In…

Shannon Moss, Emma Moss and Megan Cowherd, Moo Moo’s Ice Cream Truck
“I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream.” The lyrics of the comic…
Jess Novotny, Prestige Dance Studio
Dance has been part of Jess Novotny’s life since childhood. Growing up in Dyersville, she…
Paula Wickham, Think Safe
For Paula Wickham, bringing Think Safe to life was not just a professional venture but…
Chelsey Montgomery, Knellhart Academy
As a student at the University of Iowa, becoming a dog trainer was the furthest…
Jan Finlayson, Luxe Interiors
After working in her chosen field for several years, Jan Finlayson felt it was time…
At a crossroads
Entrepreneurs are a different breed. Determined, innovative, fearless, inspired – perhaps even a little crazy.…
Best Jewelry Store: Hands Jewelers
There’s a first time for everything, even for the oldest jeweler in Iowa. Hands Jewelers…
Best Bank: Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust
It may seem like just yesterday that Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust put down their…
Best Photographer/Videographer: Impact Photo/Joe Photo
Impact Photo’s Ed and Molly Kempf have been shooting Corridor weddings, families and special events…