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 generate more than $30 million annually in local economic...
High Properties names new president
High Properties in Cedar Rapids has named Steven Dolezal as the company’s new President.Â
A native of Toledo, Iowa, Mr. Dolezal has served as vice president...
Cedar Rapids gets casino license on third try
The third time is the charm for supporters and developers’ efforts to bring a casino to Cedar Rapids.
By a 4-1 margin Thursday morning, the...
It’s decision day for proposed Cedar Rapids casino
For both supporters and opponents of the effort to bring a state-licensed casino to Cedar Rapids, today marks the culmination of months of heated...
Catherine McAuley Center lays off nearly half its workforce in wake of federal refugee...
The Trump administration’s decision to halt funding for refugee resettlement programs nationwide has led the Catherine McAuley Center to lay off nearly half its...
South Slope secures $300,000 in funding for Centennial Center
South Slope Cooperative Communications has acquired $300,000 in USDA Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant (REDL&G) funds for North Liberty’s new Centennial Center. Â
South Slope...
SBA’s Iowa District Office names new acting director
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced Wednesday that Dawnelle Conley has been named the acting district director of the SBA’s Iowa District Office,...
Casino moratorium bill stalls in Iowa Senate committee
A proposed five-year casino moratorium hit a roadblock Tuesday in the Iowa Senate after sailing through the House.
Sen. Ken Rozenboom, R-Oskaloosa, said Tuesday there...