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Cedar Rapids developing strategic parking plan
A strategic parking plan is being developed to assess parking needs in Cedar Rapids’ core districts – and what changes, if any, may be required to address those needs. The study, focusing on downtown Cedar Rapids, Kingston Village and the…
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…
Best Residential Realty Company: Skogman Realty
Skogman tops the list of award recipients this year, with honors in five different categories…
Cedar Rapids council approves preliminary incentive plan for Terex site redevelopment
In the midst of an ongoing push for affordable housing in Cedar Rapids, the city…
Best Commercial Real Estate Lender: Hills Bank & Trust
Local service and long-term relationships have driven decades of success for Hills Bank & Trust…
Best Auto Dealer: McGrath Automotive
The McGrath Family of Dealerships was formed in 1991 with the partnership of Mike McGrath…
Best Senior Living Community: Meth-Wick Community
The Meth-Wick Community has been serving area residents for 60 years on a 65-acre campus…
Best Law Firm: Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC
Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC has been serving clients in the Corridor and across Iowa…