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WITH GALLERY: Cedar Rapids leaders dedicate latest flood protection project near Czech Village

Flood protection for the west side of Cedar Rapids has taken a significant step forward, city leaders said Monday morning as they gathered to dedicate, and ceremonially cut the ribbon, for a major addition to the city’s permanent flood control…

Real Success with Nate Kaeding: Charlie Rohde with King’s Material

Charlie Rohde is the president of King’s Material and Dakota Red Corporation, a legacy company…

Charlie Rohde

Johnson County services return to Administration Building in August

This August, Johnson County will begin the process of returning its services to the Administration…

Johnson County administration

Linn County opens Economic & Community Development Fund grant applications

The Linn County Board of Supervisors is now accepting applications for grants from Linn County’s…

The Linn County Jean Oxley Public Service Center in Cedar Rapids

Johnson County recommends minimum wage increase

Effective July 1, the Johnson County Board of Supervisors recommends the county’s minimum wage increase…

Johnson County home repair program

Public Space One offers new grant program for Eastern Iowa artists

Through a new annual grant opportunity, arts organization Public Space One is offering a total…

North Liberty to break ground on Centennial Center next week

Following more than a decade of planning, the city of North Liberty will officially break…

Ground breaking for the Centennial Center will occur July 9 at 10 a.m. at Centennial Park, 1565 St. Andrews Drive.

Catherine McAuley Center celebrates 35th anniversary with several activities

The Catherine McAuley Center in Cedar Rapids is planning a series of events to celebrate…

Catherine McAuley Center

2024 Best of the Corridor

It’s time to indulge in the 19th edition of the CBJ’s favorite summer tradition: the…

Best of the Corridor

UnityPoint Health, UI Health Care unveil new leadership

UnityPoint Health and University of Iowa Health Care have each announced the appointment of new…

Yellow stethoscope

Aegon Transamerica donation supports Girl Scouts outdoor programs

The Aegon Transamerica Foundation has provided a $35,000 donation to the Girl Scouts of Eastern…

Girl Scouts outdoor program

Iowa City receives $3.75 million PRO Housing Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

The city of Iowa City has been selected as one of 21 communities to receive…

Iowa City mayor Bruce Teague addresses a packed chamber at city hall on Thursday. The city received a $3.75 million PRO Housing grant to further its affordable housing initiatives. CREDIT ANNIE SMITH BARKALOW

UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s named most socially responsible hospital in Iowa

UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids is the most socially responsible hospital…

St. Luke’s Hospital

Iowa City parking rates double next week

Starting next week, Iowa City will see its first parking rate hike in 11 years,…

Parking ramp in Iowa City.

Linn County Gaming, Peninsula Pacific to again seek gaming license for Cedar Rapids casino

Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) and the Linn County Gaming Association (LCGA) announced Wednesday they will…

Cedar Rapids Cedar Crossing casino rendering

Van Meter names new Chief Information Officer

Van Meter Inc. announced June 26 that Martina Schubert has joined the company’s leadership team…

Martina Schubert Van Meter Chief Information Officer