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Wings2Water recognizes Nitrate Watch initiative for public water testing effort
The Nitrate Watch program, which provides free nitrate test kits to the public, has been named this summer’s “Water Warrior” by Wings2Water and GreenState Credit Union, the organizations have announced. The Nitrate Watch Program, developed by the Izaak Walton League…
Vossenkemper becomes first woman in Corridor to earn CEPA exit planning credential
Lesley Vossenkemper, founder of Scale-Up Strategies in Cedar Rapids, recently earned the Certified Exit Planning…
Entries accepted for 2024 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
The 2024 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival is now accepting entries for its 21st annual…
QDogs BBQ in Marion closing Saturday
QDogs BBQ in Marion announced via social media that they plan to close permanently this…
Early corn harvests spur optimism about yields despite drought
Farmers so far have reported average or better corn yields despite their worries about the…
IDT, Aldevron partner to expand solutions for gene, cell therapy customers
IDT and Aldevron, two leading CRISPR gene editing companies, today announced a strategic partnership to…
Mercy, Alliant light the night pink to promote breast cancer awareness
Mercy Medical Center and Alliant Energy are joining forces to light the night pink on…
Seeds Apparel plans grand opening Oct. 14
Seeds Apparel, the brainchild of creative couple Joshua and Ashley Spang, will celebrate its grand…
$150,000 NEH grant awarded to UNI’s Mainstreet 360° tool
A unique historical and augmented reality project at the University of Northern Iowa is gaining…
Berthel Fisher announces senior leadership team changes
Berthel Fisher, based in Cedar Rapids, has announced several changes to its leadership team as…
Transformation of former Colonial building to affordable housing well under way
Work is progressing as scheduled on transforming the former Colonial building in downtown Cedar Rapids…
UWECI adds additional volunteer center in Benton County
United Way of East Central Iowa (UWECI) is opening a United Way Volunteer Center in…
Amended Linn County solar ordinance clears second reading
A revised Linn County ordinance governing the development of industrial-scale solar installations is just one…
Peace Tree Brewery Co. seeks new ownership
Iowa’s first 100% woman-owned brewery is seeking a new owner after 15 years of operation…
Virtual Soldier Research program saves military time, money
For 40-plus years, the Army has been waiting for someone like 18-year-old Santos. He runs,…
Five Sinclair convenience stores in Cedar Rapids area close abruptly
Just months after the five former Kwik Shop convenience stores in the Cedar Rapids area…
