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Burlington Trailways laying off Iowa workers as company discontinues intercity bus service
Burlington Trailways will be laying off a number of employees in Eastern Iowa, including in Cedar Rapids, as the company finalizes the discontinuation of its intercity bus service. The layoffs, effective Oct. 18, include five employees at the Burlington Trailways…
Mission Cancer + Blood officially part of UI Health Care
University of Iowa Health Care has finalized its $280 million acquisition of Mission Cancer +…
CBJ Newsmakers: Iowa LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce, SBA Iowa District Office form alliance
This story is a part of the CBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from the…
Marion chamber names Cassandra Kotek as new board chair
The Marion Chamber of Commerce has named Cassandra (Chalhoub) Kotek as the new chair of…
Sanctuary Pub, Which Wich in Iowa City closed for business
Sanctuary Pub, a favorite English-inspired watering hole in Iowa City since 1972, has closed its…
SBA approves $18.5 million in Iowa loans in December 2024
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has released its monthly loan approval figures in Iowa…
CBJ Newsmakers: ACT’s foray into for-profit seeks to grow capabilities
This story is a part of the CBJ’s Newsmakers edition. This year-end wrap-up from 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…
