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Tech for Good transforms used electronics into nonprofit funding
SmartphonesPLUS, in partnership with An Enduring Legacy, has announced the launch of Tech for Good, an initiative designed to transform used electronics into funding for nonprofit organizations. The program launches this month with Breakthrough T1D as its first featured nonprofit…
Iowa leaders named Clean Energy Champions
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley, Governor Kim Reynolds, and Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Director Debi…
NAHB report: Builder confidence rises on rallying interest rates
Falling mortgage rates helped end a four-month decline in builder confidence, and recent economic data…
ADM plans to purchase two flavoring firms
ADM announced agreements this week to purchase two global flavoring ingredient firms. The company plans…
Linn County webinar set to unveil solar dashboard
The Linn County Sustainability Department, in partnership with the Linn County GIS team, has created…
Jennifar Bassett named new Downtown District program manager
Jennifar Bassett has been hired as the new program manager of the Cedar Rapids Downtown…
GreenState Credit Union donates $25,000 to North Liberty’s Next Stage campaign
GreenState Credit Union recently donated $25,000 to North Liberty’s Next Stage campaign, just days after…
Michaels to open new store at Westdale Town Center
Michaels, a national retailer known for arts and crafts supplies, will be opening a new…
RTX names Chris Calio new CEO
RTX, one of the world’s largest aerospace and defense manufacturers that includes subsidiaries Collins Aerospace,…
ECIWDB requests Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act proposals
East Central Iowa Workforce Development Board (ECIWDB) is requesting proposals pertaining to the organization’s required…
Portion of Dubuque Street in Iowa City considered for reconstruction
A section of street in downtown Iowa City is under consideration for reconstruction as part…
Kirkwood program to receive $10k from CR Parks Foundation
Kirkwood Community College will receive $10,000 from the Cedar Rapids Parks Foundation for a student…
UI Health Care rebrands, Mercy Iowa City to be renamed
Mercy Iowa City will be shedding its name and religious affiliation in early 2024, following…
Two small businesses closing locations, one reopening after hiatus
Dash Coffee Roasters and Rare Bird Soap Shop have announced closures this week on social…
New doggy daycare and boarding facility opens in Marion
Dog Star Enrichment Pet Care is now open in Marion and will celebrate with a…
Ronald McDonald House adds professional chef to assist volunteers with meal preparation
Ronald McDonald Charities of Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois (RMHC-EIWI) has added a new option…