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Tippie family commits $20M for UI business school expansion
The family of Henry B. Tippie, a University of Iowa benefactor and native Iowan, has committed $20 million toward the construction of a new business education complex at the University of Iowa Henry B. Tippie College of Business. According to…
Federal debt looming, Concord Coalition urges people ‘get involved’
Public policy surrounding Social Security, the national debt crisis, rising health care costs and tax…
Joining national movement, Iowa City Starbucks wants to unionize
Starbucks workers in Iowa City have filed a petition to unionize, signifying what would be…
Skogman Commercial announces record year, new agent certification
Skogman Commercial exceeded $500 million in closed transaction volume across all its markets in 2022…
RSM’s newest CEO calls Cedar Rapids home – and plans to keep it that way
Brian Becker is distinctly proud of his Eastern Iowa roots. So when he was offered…
Women’s help wanted in construction jobs
Natalie Bell was thinking about a career in art after college when a welding class…
Johnson County awards Food and Farm grants to farms, nonprofits
The Johnson County Board of Supervisors recently voted to distribute funding to nine Community Food…
Floodwater Comedy Festival returns to Iowa City
After a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Floodwater Comedy Festival is returning to…
Wilson’s Orchard, Czech Village, Schamberger win tourism awards
Wilson’s Orchard & Farm, The District: Czech Village & New Bohemia of Cedar Rapids, and…
Sustainable Landscape Solutions recruits Costa Rican workers with help of H-2B program
Using the federal H-2B nonimmigrant program, Iowa City-based Sustainable Landscape Solutions (SLS) welcomed temporary workers…
PepsiCo enter strategic partnership with Iowa farming groups
PepsiCo recently announced a $216 million multi-year investment with three farmer organizations, including Practical Farmers…
Amana Colonies Bakery & Cafe coming to NewBo City Market
The Amana Colonies Bakery & Cafe will soon be opening a location at the NewBo…
ABI survey: Most Iowa manufacturers plan investments in 2023
The majority of Iowa manufacturers plan to make strategic investments in their organizations in the…
UIHC scope out expanded neurology clinic
A request for qualification (RFQ) from the University of Iowa shows the healthcare system intends…
Neighborhood Centers of JC, Free Medical Clinic earn ARPA funds
Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County and the Iowa City Free Medical Clinic were awarded preliminary…
ISU research park to build Alliant Energy agriculture innovation lab
The Iowa State University Research Park (ISURP) and Alliant Energy announced on March 23 a…
