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Kirkwood report identifies workforce skill gaps through 2027
More than 62% of employers in Kirkwood Community College’s seven-county service area reported difficulty filling positions over the past year, according to a new workforce report released by the college this week. Kirkwood’s Skills 2027 Report, based on input from…
Mercy Foundation funds needed to keep hospital operational
Mercy Iowa City has received approval to use funds from its philanthropic foundation, stating that…

Iowa Climate Statement urges use of solar power
More than 200 science faculty at 36 colleges and universities across Iowa signed the 13th…

Marion development moratorium passes first City Council reading
Seeking a strategic pause on new projects in some of Marion’s fastest-growing areas, the Marion…

Statewide Laborshed study underway
The Iowa Workforce Development is conducting its most recent statewide Laborshed study, the last one…

Bohnsack steps down as Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association executive officer
Karyl Bohnsack has announced she plans to step down as executive officer of the Greater…

Larger home, expanded offerings for The Hangry Lady
With a business name like The Hangry Lady, it’s clear owner and executive chef Allie…

Groundswell Café celebrates five years of pay-it-forward meals
When a meal is rung up at Groundswell Café, 201 third Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids,…

Iowa Shop Local Day highlights area retailers
Iowans will have a chance to jump-start their Christmas shopping while supporting local businesses on…

North Liberty seeks $1 million grant in CAT funds for Centennial Center
The city of North Liberty is seeking a $1 million grant from Enhance Iowa’s Community…

Hy-Vee launches new resource to help patients access insulin
Hy-Vee, Inc. is launching a new resource to help patients with diabetes who are covered…

Linn County Food Systems Council awards $115,000 in grants
The Linn County Food Systems Council has awarded $115,000 in grants to 17 local organizations…
GreenState Credit Union honored as a Top Workplace
GreenState Credit Union, headquartered in North Liberty, has been awarded a Top Workplaces honor by…

Iowa Workforce unveils new website
Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) has unveiled a new website intended to simplify the presentation of…

Whittier Market: big deal to small community
Blink and you’ll miss it. That’s a common phrase you’ll hear from residents of Whittier,…

Rantizo announces $6 million expansion of Series A funding
Rantizo, an Iowa City-based operator network for spray drone services, has announced an expansion of…






