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Judge denies request for stay in Linn County casino license case
A district court judge has denied a request for a stay on the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission’s issuance of a casino gaming license for Linn County. However, the order, issued Wednesday by District Court Judge Michael Schilling, specifically declined…
Two Cedar Rapids venues ranked as top selling venues worldwide
McGrath Amphitheatre and Paramount Theatre are among the best-selling venues in the world, according to…
UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital partners with Cal’s Angels
Cal’s Angels, an Illinois-based pediatric cancer nonprofit, announced Thursday a partnership with the University of…
Groundbreaking today begins improvements to Cedar Lake
Cedar Rapids officials and community partners celebrated a milestone today, breaking ground to begin construction…
Smouse House likely to be demolished after grant application fails
The Smouse House, home of the former Captain’s Table restaurant on South Iowa Avenue in…
Downtown I.C. debuts new public art installation – ‘You Belong Here’
On Friday, Downtown Iowa City will turn on the lights to its latest public art…
Cedar Rapids hires first Diversity, Equity and Inclusion manager
Elizabeth Buch has been hired to serve at the City of Cedar Rapids’ first Diversity,…
Iowa Black Wall Street Investment Group forms to assist small businesses
Approximately 10 individuals are creating a new community venture capital group that invests in black-owned…
Report: Iowa ranks seventh among best states to start a farm
Ahead of Farmer’s Day Oct. 12, LawnStarter compared the 50 states across 42 key metrics…
Iowa’s average mortgage debt among lowest in nation
The COVID-19 pandemic fueled a surge in demand among homebuyers that is only now beginning…
Xtream Arena to host the Harlem Globetrotters
The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to Coralville on Jan. 12 as part of their newly…
IC Ped Mall playground design finalized
After reviewing public input and agreeing to an updated concept, the Iowa City Parks and…
Iowa Energy Center launches Energy Infrastructure Revolving Loan Program
The Iowa Energy Center Board and the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) have announced that…
MedQuarter marks 10th anniversary with progress report
The Cedar Rapids Medical Self-Supporting Municipal District (SSMID) recently celebrated its 10th anniversary by delivering…
Good Housekeeping names Whirlpool washing machine as ‘most innovative’
The Whirlpool Top Load Washer with 2 in 1 Removable Agitator has been named in…
Jaffray stepping down as United Fire Group CFO
Dawn Jaffray has announced her resignation as executive vice president and chief financial officer of…
