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Linn County board recommends approval of nuclear energy zoning code

A new Linn County ordinance amendment creating an exclusive use zoning district for nuclear power generating operations and nuclear waste storage facilities – perhaps the first such ordinance in the nation, according to county officials – is on its way…

Marion celebrates completion of Central Plaza with ribbon cutting

Ominous thunderheads bearing the threat of rain couldn’t dampen the enthusiasm of the crowd gathered…

Marion Mayor Nick AbouAssaly (center) cuts the ribbon signifying the completion of Marion's Central Plaza project on Wednesday, May 7.

Judge hears Linn County casino license lawsuit arguments; ruling expected by July

Attorneys presented starkly contrasting views on Linn County voters’ 2021 approval of a casino gambling…

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Leader’s library: Leadership books to help beat burnout

For Mental Health Awareness Month, the Corridor Business Journal asked the Cedar Rapids Public Library…

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Northwestern Mutual executive shares thoughts on mental health, time management

Jessica Boyle-Roberts says focusing on work-life balance, along with meticulous organization and a robust support…

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FilmScene loses National Endowment for the Arts grant

Just three days after receiving the Governor’s Arts Award at the State Capitol, Iowa City-based…

Iowa City, Iowa - FilmScene, a non-profit cinema featuring independent and tought provoking films and events located at the Chauncey Building on January 2, 2020.

New neighborhood grocery could be coming to Wellington Heights

A new, small-scale grocery store could be coming to a Wellington Heights building that housed…

Wellington Heights grocery proposal

Real Success with Nate Kaeding: Jordan Sellergren, Little Village

Jordan Sellergren is the new owner and publisher of Little Village, the Iowa City-based alt…

Jordan Sellergren

Mental Health First Aid helps make mental health a workplace priority

Megan Hammes says prevention is key when it comes to health and wellness — and…

Megan Hammes of Hammes Homestead and Consulting leads a Mental Health First Aid training course. CREDIT MEGAN HAMMES

SBA introduces new grant funding to support manufacturing in U.S.

As part of its Made in America Manufacturing initiative, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced…

The Manufacturing in America Grant initiative will provide up to $1.1 million to three eligible applicants in an effort to support small manufacturers in the SBA’s Empower to Grow Program.

Coralville fitness facility, D1 Training, to celebrate grand opening May 10

D1 Training, a national athletic-based fitness franchise, will mark the grand opening of its newest…

D1 Training is celebrating the grand opening of its new Coralville location at 2441 James Street, Suite 2, on May 10.

CIVCO Medical Solutions to host open house for new facility

Coralville-based CIVCO medical solutions is opening its doors to the community June 6 to celebrate…

CIVCO Medical Solutions' new headquarters at 750 Lois Lane houses modern office spaces, product demonstration and training areas, and a fitness gym.

How burnout quietly drains company budgets, according to the experts

Over the course of one year, employee burnout can cost a company anywhere between $4,000…

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Greater Iowa City, Inc. celebrates Johnson County businesses at inaugural ‘A Toast to Business’ Awards ceremony

More than 300 business and community leaders gathered at the Hancher Auditorium in Iowa City…

A Toast to Business award winners pose May 1 at the Hancher Auditorium in Iowa City. Greater Iowa City, Inc.'s inaugural event recognized outstanding contributions to economic growth, workforce development, and community leadership across Johnson County.

Student entrepreneurs shine in 2025 John Pappajohn Venture Competition

The 2025 John Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition capped off its 25th year on April…

Participants of the 2025 John Pappajohn Student Entrepreneurial Venture Competition at the University of Iowa Pappajohn Education and Events Center in Des Moines April 25.

SBA approves $22.4 million in Iowa small business loans in April

The U.S. Small Business Administration approved 45 loans totaling more than $22.4 million to Iowa…

U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loans Iowa