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True Solar expanding to Illinois following customer referrals
True Solar is expanding its operations into Illinois, the solar energy provider announced Wednesday, Nov. 19. The expansion follows increased referral traffic from Iowa customers, according to the company. “We have had so many Iowa customers reach out and tell…
Cedar Rapids to host first marathon weekend in 2026
A new running event is coming to Cedar Rapids in 2026, featuring a full Boston-qualifying…
Airport commissioner: ‘We feel blindsided’ by Alliant power plant proposal
The Cedar Rapids Airport Commission and Alliant Energy representatives shared starkly different perspectives Tuesday morning…
Glide & Go Skate City to launch this winter in Iowa City
A new skating rink will make its debut at the Iowa City Marketplace this winter.…
Linn County seeks $20,000 penalty over unpermitted wells at QTS data center construction site
Linn County Public Health is seeking a $20,000 civil penalty from Northern Dewatering after recently…
NewBo City Market executive director steps down
NewBo City Market Executive Director Julie Parisi is stepping down after seven years leading the…
Willis Dady awarded $50,000 Lowe’s grant for Westminster House renovations
Willis Dady Homeless Services received a $50,000 grant from Lowe’s Hometowns, the nonprofit announced July…
The Potters’ Obsession marks 25 years with summer celebration
The Potters’ Obsession, a paint-it-yourself pottery studio, will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a four-day…
Community Foundation to match gifts for Linn County public classroom projects
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation announced it is once more partnering with DonorsChoose to…
Airport commission sets special meeting Tuesday to discuss Alliant power plant proposal
The Cedar Rapids Airport Commission will hold a special meeting Tuesday morning to discuss Alliant…
FSB launches free seminar series for small businesses
Farmers State Bank (FSB) is launching a free, four-week program designed to provide entrepreneurs and…
Iowa Donor Network names new CEO
Iowa Donor Network has named Philip Blumberg as its new chief executive officer, succeeding Suzanne…
City of Anamosa in final phase of downtown revitalization efforts
The city of Anamosa lies at the confluence of the Wapsipinicon River and Buffalo Creek,…
Dinner on the Bridge presenting sponsors announced for September event
The District: Czech Village & New Bohemia has announced Anderson-Bogert and the Greater Cedar Rapids…
Downtown Iowa City fair trade retailer rebrands, expands mission
Downtown Iowa City’s Ten Thousand Villages will rebrand as Mosaic Iowa City, marking what owner…
Zeam focuses on ‘life in real time’ streaming
In a way, Jack Perry’s launch of Zeam has been a natural progression of the…
