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North Liberty-based Steel Therapeutics secures $2M in strategic investment
Steel Therapeutics, an early-stage pharmaceutical company based in North Liberty, has closed a $2 million financing round to support development of its lead product, the Fizurex wipe. The funding round was led by a group of new strategic investors and…
‘The North Star’: Downtown plan guides team’s efforts to reshape city’s core
This is the second article of a two-part series examining the landscape of downtown Cedar Rapids. Part…
Iowa Business of Women’s Sports panelists: ‘The time is now’ to capitalize on growth
Generational superstars like Caitlin Clark have spurred an explosive increase in the relevance of women’s…
Catherine McAuley Center’s Immigration and Business luncheon addresses current immigration climate
The Catherine McAuley Center’s third annual Immigration and Business Luncheon and awards ceremony praised the…
Marion City Council begins process to close Marion airport runway
While allowing for the possibility of a viable alternate plan emerging, the Marion City Council…
Iowa Workforce Development honored for efforts to reduce unemployment
Iowa Workforce Development has been recognized with the 2024 Full Employment Award from the American…
Randy Walter named new Timberline Manufacturing CEO
Timberline Manufacturing, based in Marion, has announced the appointment of Randy Walter as its new…
Mount Mercy announces $2.1 million lead gift for Busse Football Center
Mount Mercy University has announced a $2.1 million lead gift from the Lavern T. and…
UI International Writing Program loses nearly $1 million in federal funding
The University of Iowa International Writing Program (IWP) has lost nearly $1 million in funding,…
Steindler Orthopedics announces transition to Epic EHR
Steindler Orthopedics has selected Epic, one of the nation’s leading electronic health record (EHR) platforms,…
The Golden Apple buffet officially opens in southwest Cedar Rapids
Buffet lovers, rejoice – The Golden Apple, the newest buffet restaurant in Cedar Rapids, finally…
Survey gauges federal policies’ effect on Iowa City area businesses
Tariffs and reductions in grant funding emerged as major concerns for Johnson County businesses and…
Iowa bankers raise more than $8,000 for Iowa PBS during annual pledge drive
Ten bankers from across Iowa volunteered for Iowa PBS’ annual pledge drive, known as Festival,…
IOWA 500: Q&A with Dan Houston, Principal Financial Group
This Q&A was originally published in the Corridor Media Group’s inaugural IOWA 500 magazine, which…
Registration opens for 2025 Iowa Healthiest State conference
Registration for the 2025 Iowa Healthiest State conference is now open. HR professionals, wellness coordinators,…
Eastern Iowa Airport director Marty Lenss teaching first aviation intro course at Coe College
Marty Lenss has a wealth of experience across the aviation spectrum, but he’s recently added…
