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CRBT celebrates opening of new office building
Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust leaders and community supporters gathered Thursday, April 3 for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for CRBT’s newest office facility, as the 20th anniversary of the opening of CRBT’s main bank building in downtown Cedar Rapids nears. The…
Corridor retailers taking a chance on CBD
With authorities opposed and customer demand high, Corridor retailers are weighing the risks of offering…
The best flu tracker? Your smartphone
University of Iowa researchers were able to predict flu activity weeks ahead of the CDC…
Cargohab’s first container house offers sustainable style
Cargohab partners (l-r) Fred Zehr, John Armon, Justin Zehr and Casey Cornwell look down on…
Home buyers, builders adjust to higher lumber costs
By Dave DeWitte [email protected] Record lumber prices are adding pressure to new home affordability in…
Tax reform changes the affordable housing game
Without low-income housing tax credits, projects like Cedar Rapids’ Kingston Village Apartments, a $9.7 million,…
Participant Choice gives investors more options
Looking back to 2009, we could hardly surf WebMD on our second generation iPhone, let…
Real Success with Nate Kaeding: Randy Ramlo
Nate Kaeding (left) with Randy Ramlo, president and CEO of UFG Insurance. PHOTO ADAM MOORE…
The story behind “Real Success”
Randy Ramlo, president and CEO of UFG Insurance, sitting with Nate Kaeding for filming of…
New CBJ series: Working for a living
Culver’s crew member Myson Rodgers rings up a sale at the chain’s Edgewood Road location…
CBJ Q&A: Jennifer Daly
Jennifer Daly, speaking at the CBJ’s 2017 Manufacturing Conference in Cedar Rapids. PHOTO ADAM MOORE…
NextEra hints at early closure for Duane Arnold
A file photo showing temporary workers replacing the copper wiring in Duane Arnold’s main generator…
Ditching law for a greener future
Kaveh Mostafavi, the founder of Coralville-based EcoCare Supply, pivoted (twice) to find success in supplies.…
Repour Wine Saver drawing big interest, sales
Cedar Rapids entrepreneur Tom Lutz is saving wine “one glass at a time.” PHOTO KATHARINE…
Washington decor, consignment store keeps it creative
Leslie Allender and painter Jamie Fritz stand amidst RePurpose It’s showroom of consigned furniture, refinishing…
AbouAssaly: Marion’s got the big mo
Marion Mayor Nicholas AbouAssaly addresses efforts to expand affordable housing during his State of the…
