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SBA introduces new grant funding to support manufacturing in U.S.
As part of its Made in America Manufacturing initiative, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced a new funding opportunity geared for small manufacturers. The Manufacturing in America Grant initiative will provide up to $1.1 million to three eligible applicants to…
Survey: Small business owners air concerns over economic recovery
Small business owners worry the American economy is in a precarious position following the COVID-19…
PVpallet rolling out reusable pallets for solar module shipping
PVpallet, the first recyclable, reusable, adjustable and collapsible pallet system designed specifically for shipping and…
Kirkwood dedicates $10 million Agricultural Center expansion
Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids recently held a dedication ceremony for the college’s newly-renovated…
Mediacom expanding Gigabit broadband access to more underserved homes, businesses
Mediacom Communications has announced that its fiber optic network was recently extended to serve three…
Hy-Vee, Johnson Fitness partnering to open in-store fitness showrooms
Hy-Vee Inc. has announced a partnership with Johnson Fitness & Wellness to open in-store fitness…
Speedy Mike’s Car Wash joins a crowded car wash scene in North Liberty
When Courtney McClellan and her husband, Mike, moved back to North Liberty in 2018, they…
The CBJ evolves
There are several changes coming to the CBJ. The new, glossy paper format that you…
Report: University of Iowa ranks in the top 10 nationally for two programs
The University of Iowa is home to the country’s top public writing program and a…
FDIC report: Iowa banks poised to support continued economic recovery
Iowa banks are in good shape to serve the needs of consumers and businesses as…
Students’ mental health challenges multiplying
The COVID-19 pandemic is most defined as a physical health issue, with its wealth of…
Online certifications offer Iowa residents a needed career switch
The economic hardships of the last 18 months revealed vulnerabilities in countless industries across the…
Popoli Ristorante & Sullivan’s Bar to reopen Sept. 28
The Cedar Rapids restaurant reopens from 4 p.m.-10 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday at 101 Third Ave. SW. …
Back in black
It doesn’t matter which football team the Iowa Hawkeyes are playing in Iowa City this…
Hallmar welcomes Hope, the new resident pet
Mercy Cedar Rapids has welcomed a new member to its Hallmar family. Hope, a 5-year-old…
Art program open to grieving children, families
UnityPoint Hospice and Cedar Memorial have joined forces to offer a program to grieving children…