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Iowa Donor Network names new CEO

Iowa Donor Network has named Philip Blumberg as its new chief executive officer, succeeding Suzanne Conrad, who served in the role for 28 years. The leadership transition will take place in mid-October. Mr. Blumberg currently serves as chief clinic administrative…

Johnson County accepting youth development grant applications

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors is now accepting applications for Juvenile Justice and Youth…

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors is now accepting applications for Juvenile Justice and Youth Development programming grants for the FY26 to FY28 cycle.

Farm Credit Services of America returns $5.5 million to Eastern Iowa farmers

Farmers and ranchers in Benton, Iowa, Johnson, Jones, and Linn counties are set to receive…

2025 Iowa FCSAmerica Cash-Back Distribution Map

Senator Ernst names Cedar Rapids-based BHFO as Small Business of the Week

U.S. Senator (R-Iowa) Joni Ernst has named Linn County-based BHFO as Small Business of the…

BHFO headquarters at 4520 20th Ave SW Cedar Rapids.

North Liberty Community Pantry continues capital campaign  

The North Liberty Community Pantry (NLCP) is inviting community members to contribute to the “Planting…

A new chapter for former Newport’s Flowers building

While the days of Newport’s Flowers in Cedar Rapids have ended, the florists’ onetime home…

This towering smokestack is the iconic feature of the former Newport’s Flowers building at 2125 Wilson Ave. SW. CREDIT RICHARD PRATT

Commission won’t pause its casino decisions, as lawsuit seeks to block Cedar Rapids casino

UPDATE: In a brief special virtual meeting Monday morning, the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission…

Mark Weinhardt casino lawsuit

Slime Kitchen oozes into Coral Ridge Mall

Visitors to the Coral Ridge Mall in Coralville are invited to get their hands sticky…

Slime Kitchen, an interactive slime-making venue that offers customizable slime creation experiences, debuts at Coral Ridge Mall in Coralville.

African American Museum of Iowa names new executive director

The African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) has named Jacqueline Hunter as its next executive…

African American Museum of Iowa

New Cedar Rapids casino to open on New Year’s Eve 2026

The new Cedar Crossing Casino and Entertainment Center in northwest Cedar Rapids is slated to…

Brent Stevens Cedar Crossing groundbreaking

Corridor Business Journal honored by Iowa Newspaper Association with three awards

The Corridor Business Journal (CBJ) was honored with three awards at the statewide 2025 Iowa…

The Corridor Business Journal (CBJ) was honored with three awards at the statewide 2025 Iowa Newspaper Association (INA) Convention and Awards Ceremony on Feb. 6.

Iowa City VA earns Pathway to Excellence designation

The Iowa City VA Health Care System has been recognized as a Pathway to Excellence…

The Iowa City VA Medical Center, 601 Highway 6

Proposed arts projects in downtown Iowa City could bring $30 million annual economic boost

A newly released study estimates that two proposed arts-focused projects in downtown Iowa City could…

Salida Partners' rendering of 21 S. Linn St.

High Properties names new president

High Properties in Cedar Rapids has named Steven Dolezal as the company’s new President.  A native…

Steven Dolezal

Cedar Rapids gets casino license on third try

The third time is the charm for supporters and developers’ efforts to bring a casino…

Tiffany O'Donnell Jonathan Swain casino vote

Childcare Solutions Wage Enhancement Program prepares for future

Johnson County has been tackling one of the top three barriers to workforce participation within…

Child Care Incentive