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WITH GALLERY: Cedar Rapids leaders dedicate latest flood protection project near Czech Village
Flood protection for the west side of Cedar Rapids has taken a significant step forward, city leaders said Monday morning as they gathered to dedicate, and ceremonially cut the ribbon, for a major addition to the city’s permanent flood control…
New general manager takes helm of DoubleTree, convention center
The new general manager of the DoubleTree Hotel, Convention Complex and Alliant Energy PowerHouse is…
Deetz startup expects $10 million in revenue for small businesses this year
It’s easier than ever for people to order from fast-food giants and chain restaurants. Still,…
Pandemic pet boom
Like most business owners, those in the pet industry didn’t know what to expect in…
St. Luke’s offers new solution for joint replacement surgery
UnityPoint Health–St. Luke’s Hospital is now offering an innovative solution for joint replacement surgery. Mako…
Johnson Co. recipient of bicycle friendly award
Johnson County Downtown Campus has been recognized by The League of American Bicyclists with a…
Millions in funding awarded to Dyersville water quality project at Field of Dreams site
As part of Iowa’s Water Infrastructure Fund (WIF), Gov. Kim Reynolds announced $38 million Friday…
Conference Board: Higher inflation to persist into 2023
Inflation has skyrocketed over the past year, hitting 7% by the end of 2021, and…
FedEx manager addresses CR Metro Economic Alliance meeting
At the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance’s 2021 annual meeting held today at the DoubleTree…
International Paper reports strong sales, but earnings fall short of estimates
International Paper reported net sales for the fourth quarter of 2021 Thursday that topped analysts’…
CRANDIC no longer involved with potential commuter rail plan
Plans for a commuter rail route stretching 9.1 miles from Iowa City to North Liberty…
Kimberly Hunter named interim CEO of UI Hospitals & Clinics
Kimberly Hunter has been named interim CEO of UI Hospitals & Clinics starting March 1,…
Program to bolster cybersecurity of emerging small businesses
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering $3 million in new funding for state…
Innovation and Inspiration Speaker Series begins Feb. 3
Matthew Rooda and Abraham Espinoza, founders of SwineTech, will kick off the Innovation and Inspiration…
Principal CEO: Workforce needs to return in-person
Any return to a “new normal” in the modern economy should include a return by…
Field Day Brewing site plan approved by North Liberty City Council
Field Day Brewing Company, a 20,910-square-foot micro-brewery, restaurant and entertainment facility expected to open its…
