Richard Pratt's stories
Hiawatha HUB development project canceled
Development of the HUB, a project that originally promised to bring dozens of new housing units to the former site of a mobile home park near the heart of Hiawatha, has been canceled by mutual agreement between the developer and…
Female business leaders share mentoring views
Several female business leaders from throughout the Corridor shared their thoughts on the importance of…
Cryptocurrency and your business
In some ways, cryptocurrency is like the shiny new toy under the tree on Christmas…
Nonprofits found creative ways to fulfill missions in a challenging year
By most accounts, the need for nonprofit agencies has never been greater than in the…
China & Trade Symposium
An in-depth look at the dynamic and changing geopolitical relationship with China, especially in light…
Calling all ninja warriors
If you’ve ever watched the sports competition TV show “American Ninja Warrior,” you’ve likely had…
Return to the office?
What does a return to work look like? There’s no single answer or prescribed process,…
More women venturing into investments, but challenges remain
Despite the notable gains made by women in the workforce in recent years, including growth…
City managers highlight ongoing projects in wake of pandemic, derecho
The city managers of Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Marion, Coralville, North Liberty and Hiawatha share…
Common Table offers rare experience
Sarah Goettsch describes herself as fortunate. So, one day in the fall of 2019, when…
Freeze-dried for all
When you hear the term “freeze-dried foods,” what impressions come to mind?
Banks rally to the rescue – again
Last year, the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Paycheck Protection Program issued 5.1 million loans totaling…
Turning the page
Newly inaugurated President Joe Biden will bring a host of changes to the U.S. political…
