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Amperage acquires Vernon Research Group
Amperage LLC has acquired Vernon Research Group (VRG), a market research firm in Cedar Rapids. Vernon Research Group’s President Linda Kuster retired from the firm, marking the right time for a transition. Vernon Research Group continues to operate under the…
SBA approves $14.7 million in Iowa small business loans in August
The U.S. Small Business Administration backed 27 loans for $14,796,200 to Iowa businesses in August,…
CR hosting special events during Welcoming Week
Welcoming Week begins this Friday as several inclusive events will take place around Cedar Rapids.…
ImOn announces free Wi-Fi service on Iowa City’s North Linn Street
ImOn Communications has announced that it has launched free Wi-Fi service on North Linn Street…
Iowa City Area Home Builders Association wins award for best PR program
The Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association (HBA) has been recognized for its outstanding Public…
Duane Arnold Solar rezoning proposals approved
UPDATE: Capping a long and often contentious evaluation process, the Linn County Board of Supervisors…
Iowa City home sales prices jump in past week
The average sales price for Iowa City homes continued its bumpy ride for the week…
Housing recession deepening, NAHB chief economist says
Rising mortgage rates, high inflation, low existing inventory and elevated home prices caused housing affordability…
Stonetrust Workers’ Compensation to offer coverage in Iowa
Stonetrust Workers’ Compensation Insurance Company will begin writing workers’ compensation coverage in Iowa, effective Oct.…
Iowa Association of Realtors annual convention set for Oct. 4-6
The Iowa Association of Realtors’ 2022 convention is set for Oct. 4-6 at the Des…
Iowa City gears up for 2022 Climate Fest
Iowa City residents, businesses and organizations will acknowledge climate change through a four-day extravaganza from…
Iowa JPEC accepting applications for Venture School
The University of Iowa John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center is accepting applications for the Fall 2022…
Industry leader Mike Spanos joins Casey’s Board of Directors
Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has announced the appointment of Mike Spanos to its Board of…
Site Selection Magazine names Alliant Energy in ‘Top Utilities’ list
Site Selection Magazine has awarded Alliant Energy with the Top Utility in Economic Development honor…
United Way announces new ‘Unite to Inspire’ strategy
United Way of East Central Iowa (UWECI) shared its community-driven strategy for meeting Eastern Iowa’s…
Iowa SBA office seeks Small Business Week 2023 award nominations
If you or someone you know has what it takes to become America’s “Small Business…