Richard Pratt's stories
Hiawatha leaders celebrate city’s past, future at State of the City event
Most towns like to claim they’re experiencing dramatic growth, but Hiawatha Mayor Steve Dodson found a humorous way to encapsulate the city’s progress at the annual Hiawatha State of the City address Aug. 19. “When people ask me how Hiawatha…
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…
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…