Third installment of Herky on Parade coming to Johnson County in May
Johnson county residents can expect to see a whole lot more of the University of Iowa’s beloved mascot, Herky, starting May 1 – but...
Greater Iowa City Inc. unveils new agritourism brand
Greater Iowa City Inc., Johnson County’s economic development organization, has unveiled a new agritourism brand in an effort to promote rural businesses with tourism...
Iowa City Fire Department announces innovative partnership to protect businesses, homes
The Iowa City Fire Department (ICFD) has announced a new and innovative way to better protect people and property, thanks to a recent partnership...
BABL AI takes top prize at Iowa JPEC Innovation Challenge Awards
BABL AI, a company that employs certified independent auditors to ensure systems comply with the AI regulation landscape, and its owner, Shea Brown, won...
Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa receives $92,000 grant from Wells Fargo Foundation
Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa has received a $92,000 grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation to support local youth financial literacy programs.
According to a...
UI seeks Board of Regents’ approval for updated proposal renovating Duane Banks stadium
An updated proposal for renovations to the Duane Banks stadium is headed for the Board of Regents at their April 24 and 25 meeting,...
Leaders laud The Heights as cooperative effort to address affordable housing shortage
Addressing the ongoing shortage of affordable housing in the Cedar Rapids area requires a concerted effort by a variety of entities, a point emphasized...
UI to petition Board of Regents to plan for new hydroscience research building
In a bid to expand its IIHR – Hydroscience & Engineering program, the University of Iowa College of Engineering will petition the Board of...
Pet-friendly Johnson County domestic violence shelter expanding
Statistics say 47% of domestic violence survivors will delay leaving their abusers if they cannot take their pet with them, but a Johnson County...