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Regents pause decision on controversial policy allowing students to opt out of DEI, CRT coursework
The Iowa Board of Regents are revisiting a policy that would excuse students from taking required courses that have “substantial” diversity, equity and inclusion or critical race theory content. The Regents’ June 11 meeting was the first of two readings…
Northwestern Mutual promises $500k to Stead Family Children’s Hospital
Northwestern Mutual Eastern Iowa has made a new $500,000 promise to the University of Iowa…
Casey’s recognized for its diverse board of directors
Ankeny-based Casey’s General Stores, Inc. is being recognized Wednesday, Nov. 8, by the Women’s Forum of…
Money magazine names Veridian among best banks, credit unions in Midwest
Money magazine has named Veridian Credit Union among the top five Best Banks and Credit…
Putting Transamerica on the map
If a nationally-recognized insurance business with nearly 2,500 local employees can be considered a well-kept…
UIHC names Bradley Haws as CEO, associate vice president of UI Healthcare
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics have named Bradley Haws as CEO and associate vice…
Alliant rate increase proposal draws support, criticism at public comment meeting
Comments were nearly equally split between supporters and opponents as the Iowa Utilities Board (IUB)…
Mercy Iowa City sale to University of Iowa approved
University of Iowa’s acquisition of Mercy Iowa City was approved by bankruptcy court on Monday,…
Czech Feather & Down returns to Cedar Rapids
A family-owned business, more than a century old, has made its way back to Cedar…
Three Corridor companies received SBA loans in October
The U.S. Small Business Administration has released its monthly approval figures for loans in Iowa…
First reading of Linn County ‘agritourism’ ordinance amendment approved
With little discussion, the Linn County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously at a work session…
Local executives share how collegiate sports shaped their leadership skills
Former college basketball player and coach Hanna Howard was recently named CEO of Fort Worth-based…
Two new camp-themed restaurants to open in downtown Iowa City
The Iowa City Downtown District announced this week, two new locally-owned restaurants will open on…
Local golf on course for more growth?
University of Iowa Hall of Fame golfer Sean McCarty has qualified for three major championships…
Supporters gather for dedication of HallMar Village senior living community
As supporters and staff gathered Thursday, Nov. 2 for a ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony for…
First Linn County Food Symposium links local food communities together
The first Linn County Food Symposium linked nonprofits, farmers, producers, food service programs and food…
