Diversity Straight Up: Cedric Ellis and the equity journey
In the latest episode of CBJ podcast “Diversity Straight Up,” hosts Sarika Bhakta and Anthony Arrington talk with Cedric Ellis, executive vice president and...
Murphy Tower acquires South Dakota-based East River Tower
Murphy Tower Service, an Iowa-based provider of wireless and wireline construction and maintenance services, has acquired East River Tower of Gary, South Dakota, allowing...
Athletico Physical Therapy opens in Marion
Athletico Physical Therapy has opened a new location in Marion.
The new location, at 2791 Seventh Ave., offers early-morning, late-evening and Saturday appointments and doesn't...
ICAD, UI partner on website to support Black-owned businesses
A new online resource aimed at growing and promoting Black-owned businesses in the Iowa City area launched this month. The site, called a Story...
SBA to open supplemental shuttered venue grants
The U.S. Small Business Administration is announcing a call to all eligible Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) applicants seeking economic aid for live entertainment,...
Amana Farms launches direct-to-consumer beef sales
The Amana Society has launched Amana Farms Beef, a new locally raised and processed, sustainably farmed, quality beef option for regional consumers.
“When you’re purchasing...
ISA Ventures announces investment in wastewater treatment startup
ISA Ventures, based in Cedar Rapids, and Iowa Farm Bureau’s Rural Vitality Fund have jointly announced a $6.5 million Series A venture capital investment...
Per Mar acquires Minnesota-based security firm
Per Mar Security Services has acquired Armor Security, a residential and commercial security and locksmith provider in the Twin Cities, the companies said in...
Pioneer Building being redeveloped into multi-tenant space
The former Pioneer Litho building at 1239 First Ave. SE in Cedar Rapids was synonymous with office supplies, office furniture and commercial interior design...
Iowa City affordable housing grant applications now available
The city of Iowa City is now accepting applications from organizations for affordable housing projects for fiscal year 2022.
The grant funds, made available through...