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Whirlpool layoffs in Amana reduced

The number of layoffs at the Whirlpool factory in Amana has been dramatically reduced, according to a Whirlpool spokesperson. In early April, Whirlpool announced plans to lay off 650 workers at its Middle Amana location, effective June 1. That layoff…

279-acre mixed-use development eyed for Springville

A sprawling 279-acre development has been proposed for the town of Springville, located just south…

A map of the proposed 279-acre development in Springville, just south of U.S. Highway 151.

Lil’ Drug Store continues explosive growth as it celebrates 50 years

Back in 1974, Lil’ Drug Store began with a simple value proposition: “If you’re driving…

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Board of Regents approve UI Health Care’s acquisition of oncology clinic

The Iowa Board of Regents has approved University of Iowa Health Care’s $280 million asset…

Exterior twilight view of UI Hospitals and Clinics.

Negotiations with mediator set as strike against Cargill in Cedar Rapids enters second week

Negotiations are set to begin Wednesday with a federal mediator regarding the ongoing strike by…

Cargill strike picket line

Empowered Solutions Collective launches with focus on equity

Sarah Blais and Tamara Marcus have combined their varied backgrounds to address equity, social justice,…

Tamara Marcus and Sarah Blais pose for a portrait.

Washington County Hospitals & Clinics recognized as Top 20 Critical Access Hospital at National Rural Health Conference

Washington County Hospital and Clinics (WCHC) was recognized last month for its commitment to excellence…

Todd Patterson, CEO of Washington County Hospitals and Clinics, poses with the Top 20 Critical Access Hospital award at the National Rural Health Association’s Critical Access Hospital Conference in September.

The Downtown Dish with John Kenyon and Andrew Sherburne

On Today’s Episode: Anna and Charlie are joined by John Kenyon, Executive Director of Iowa…

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‘Everyone Can Work’: Iowa City celebrates 34 years of ADA, spotlights inclusion and disability employment at downtown event

Iowa City marked the 34th anniversary of the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and…

Iowa City Mayor Pro Tem Mazahir Salih reads a proclamation from the city declaring October 2024 National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

University of Iowa Health Care seeks $280 million acquisition of oncology practice to expand cancer treatment in Iowa

The University of Iowa Health Care is seeking approval from the Iowa Board of Regents…

Jessica Stonis, RN MSN, Clinical Practice Leader, with simulated patient in the 4 PFP cancer infusion center on Monday, March 6, 2023.

Especially for You Race sets participation record

A record-setting 16,679 people registered for the 34th annual Especially for You Race Against Breast…

Especially for You Race 2024

Mount Mercy University to launch football program in 2026

Mount Mercy University’s Robert W. Plaster Athletic Complex will be seeing a lot more pigskins,…

The sideline at Mount Mercy University's Robert W. Plaster Athletic Complex.

Cedar Rapids casino proponents: Cedar Crossing will be ‘game-changer’

As speaker after speaker touted the economic and cultural benefits of the proposed Cedar Rapids…

Brent Stevens Peninsula Pacific Cedar Crossing casino

Greater Iowa City Inc. introduces HR Circle to tackle workforce challenges and opportunities

Greater Iowa City Inc., a network of business and public sector leaders that support local…

HR Circle meets for the first time at MERGE in Iowa City on Sept. 12.

North Liberty Community Pantry breaks ground on new $4 million facility 

The North Liberty Community Pantry broke ground on its new facility at 350 W. Penn…

Teamsters begin strike against Cargill corn plant in Cedar Rapids

Members of Teamsters Local 238 voted Tuesday, Oct. 1 to authorize a strike against Cargill’s…

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