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Targeted goat grazing is gaining popularity, these businesses are taking the opportunity by the horns
An idea for a “cool retirement job” became a full-time endeavor in July for Tamra and Ryan Elliott, owners and operators of Go-At It, a targeted goat grazing company. Targeted grazing is a vegetation management strategy that uses goats as…
Iowa Board of Regents update strategic plan, eliminate DEI language
The Iowa Board of Regents voted to update their 2022-2027 strategic plan on Jan. 15,…
Forced optimism: Experts address how toxic positivity erodes corporate culture
The phrase “toxic positivity” seems like something of an oxymoron — especially in American society,…
Camp Courageous CEO Charlie Becker stepping down
After more than 45 years as CEO of both Camp Courageous and the Camp Courageous…
Danisco planning $68 million addition at southwest Cedar Rapids plant
Danisco US Inc. is planning a $68 million addition at its plant in southwest Cedar…
The Gazette to reduce print publication to three days a week
The Gazette has announced plans to move to a new print publication schedule, under which…
The Eat Shop nears opening of second, larger location in Marion
Cheryl Maloney says she lives her life by saying “yes,” then figuring out the details…
Cedar Rapids council to consider incentives for ‘all-purpose competition sports field’ at former Sears store
A new “year-round all-purpose competition sports field” could be coming to the former Sears store…
Pankaj Monga named recipient of 2024 Howard Hall Excellence in Business Award
The Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance (CRMEA) has announced Pankaj Monga, president and CEO of…
Integrated DNA Technologies announces appointment of new president
Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) announced the appointment of a new president. Ajay Gannerkote, former head…
Linn County casino supporters file brief opposing effort to block consideration of new license
The Linn County Gaming Association and Cedar Rapids Development Group have filed a brief in…
Iowa City VA expands to meet rising demand for women veterans’ care
The Iowa City VA Health Care System (ICVAHCS) is expanding its main campus hospital to…
Iowa City OKs first reading to rezone ACT campus
Nearly eight months after ACT, Inc.’s announcement to sell its campus property to Iceberg Development Group,…
Fareway Stores, Inc. to acquire Brothers Markets in Lisbon, Denver
Fareway Stores, Inc. is expanding its footprint in Eastern Iowa. The grocery store chain announced…
University of Iowa seeks approval for $252.7 million hospital revenue bond sale
The University of Iowa is requesting approval from the Iowa Board of Regents for a…
Pair of studies offer mixed views on Iowa gaming market
A pair of studies examining the Iowa gaming market – and the impact of a…