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WRH rebrands as Wendler Inc., plans move to Cedar Rapids’ NewBo District
WRH, the heavy civil contractor whose recent work has involved development of Cedar Rapids’ permanent flood protection system, has rebranded as Wendler Inc. and will relocate its headquarters to the city’s NewBo District by the end of the year. The…
Wilson’s Orchard announces restaurant closure
Iowa City-based Wilson’s Orchard & Farm will be closing its restaurant and converting the upper…
CBJ Newsmakers: Iowa’s EV charging infrastructure growing slowly
This story is a part of the CBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the…
Iowa City organizations launch Underestimated Small Business Grants
Greater Iowa City, Inc., in partnership with the Community Foundation of Johnson County and South…
Field Day Brewing Company introduces cannabis-infused drinks on draft
Almost a year after introducing its cannabis-infused beverage line Day Dreamer, Field Day Brewing Company…
Iowa Starbucks Workers United join national strike
Starbucks workers in Iowa City and Davenport are joining an escalating national strike Tuesday, Dec.…
Jim Leach’s 10 ideas to “right the ship of state”
Former Iowa Congressman and University of Iowa (UI) supporter Jim Leach passed away Wednesday, Dec.…
Party City to close all store locations
After nearly 40 years in business, Party City is ceasing operations. CNN reported the announcement…
IEDA board awards $42,000 CAT grant to Nation Czech and Slovak Museum & Library
The Iowa Economic Development Authority has awarded a $42,500 Community Attraction and Tourism (CAT) grant…
The Halal Guys’ grand opening this weekend
The Halal Guys, known for its Middle Eastern cuisine with an American twist, will open…
Linn County approves new regulations on hazardous liquid pipelines
With no public comment, the Linn County Board of Supervisors voted Dec. 18 to implement…
Former Wells Fargo building in downtown Cedar Rapids to be repurposed as real estate office
Local Realtor Tiffany Earl Williams and the firm she founded, Midwest Equity Group, are planning…
Council approves development agreement for proposed casino
Even as the Cedar Rapids City Council voted Dec. 17 to approve a development agreement…
McGrath Family of Dealerships named 2024 ‘Coolest of the Cool’ workplace
For many Eastern Iowans, the name “McGrath” has become perpetually linked with the sale and…
Linn County Anesthesiologists partner with UnityPoint Health; Mercy to launch its own anesthesiology team
Linn County Anesthesiologists, PC (LCA), the area’s only anesthesiology practice, has formed an exclusive partnership…
New South of 6 executive director harnesses the power of marketing
Maurice Davis has held many roles over the years. The entrepreneur, author, National Guard veteran,…
