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VenuWorks names Robert Thomas executive director for Cedar Rapids venues

VenuWorks has appointed Robert Thomas as executive director overseeing its Cedar Rapids facilities, the company announced Monday, Dec. 8. Mr. Thomas will manage operations for the Alliant Energy PowerHouse, Paramount Theatre, McGrath Amphitheatre and ImOn Ice Arena Cedar Rapids. Thomas…

UI International Writing Program loses nearly $1 million in federal funding 

The University of Iowa International Writing Program (IWP) has lost nearly $1 million in funding,…

The Golden Apple buffet officially opens in southwest Cedar Rapids

Buffet lovers, rejoice – The Golden Apple, the newest buffet restaurant in Cedar Rapids, finally…

The Golden Apple buffet Cedar Rapids

Survey gauges federal policies’ effect on Iowa City area businesses

Tariffs and reductions in grant funding emerged as major concerns for Johnson County businesses and…

Business impact and policy outlook survey

IOWA 500: Q&A with Dan Houston, Principal Financial Group

This Q&A was originally published in the Corridor Media Group’s inaugural IOWA 500 magazine, which…

Dan Houston

Eastern Iowa Airport director Marty Lenss teaching first aviation intro course at Coe College

Marty Lenss has a wealth of experience across the aviation spectrum, but he’s recently added…

Marty Lenss Coe College aviation class

Gather Iowa gathers steam: Coralville city officials give update on southeast commercial district project

Coralville city officials, along with a representative from Shive-Hattery, gathered Monday afternoon at Coralville City…

Coralville city engineer Scott Larson points to slides exhibiting current infrastructure projects happening within the city. Mr. Larson was on hand to provide updates on Gather Iowa to community stakeholders at the Coralville City Hall March 3.

UI Health Care North Liberty medical campus to open April 28 

The University of Iowa Health Care’s new medical campus in North Liberty will open next…

IOWA 500: Meet LaDrina Wilson, founder and CEO of IMAN Consulting

This profile was originally published in the Corridor Media Group’s inaugural IOWA 500 magazine, which features…

Ladrina Wilson

Iowa Board of Regents push pause on Iowa Memorial Union renovations

The Iowa Board of Regents voted Thursday to postpone a decision greenlighting the proposed $81.4…

The Iowa Memorial Union will undergo a major renovation to better serve students. CREDIT JUSTIN TORNER

IOWA 500: Meet Brian Waller, president of the Technology Association of Iowa

This profile was originally published in the Corridor Media Group’s inaugural IOWA 500 magazine, which…

Brian Waller

North Liberty chocolatier blends math and design for stunning sweets

Mathematics, metalworking, and chocolate might not sound like the best recipe for a small business.…

Chocolatier Anne Goddard removes a batch of mint chocolate sweets from a mold at A Chocolate Studio in North Liberty on Feb. 5, 2025. CREDIT PARKER JONES

UI Health Care Workers union protest for better wages, benefits

Members of the University of Iowa Health Care workers union picketed at the corner of…

A member of UI Health Care's union SEIU holds a sign that declares "Restore merges staff seniority now!" at the corner of Melrose Avenue and Hawkeye Drive Wednesday. Health care workers say the 3% wage increase offered by the Iowa Board of Regents isn't enough.

Cedar Rapids officials ‘optimistic’ about attracting new grocer to former First Avenue Hy-Vee

Cedar Rapids officials said this week they’re increasingly “optimistic” about the prospects for attracting a…

First Avenue Hy-Vee empty

Ingredion planning $48.5 million plant expansion in Cedar Rapids

Ingredion is planning a $48.5 million expansion of their plant in southwest Cedar Rapids, a…

Ingredion Cedar Rapids plant

Kitty Corner Social Club opens in downtown Iowa City

Cat lovers are about to experience Iowa City’s first-ever cat lounge — no “kitten” around.…