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Gonder to retire as Bankers Trust Eastern Iowa market president, Heideman named successor

Bankers Trust announced Friday, Sept. 26, that Eastern Iowa Market President Jack Gonder will retire Jan. 2, 2026, with Senior Vice President Curt Heideman set to succeed him in the role. Mr. Heideman, who currently serves as senior vice president…

IOWA 500: Meet LaDrina Wilson, founder and CEO of IMAN Consulting

This profile was originally published in the Corridor Media Group’s inaugural IOWA 500 magazine, which features…

Ladrina Wilson

Iowa City offering grants for community-led climate action

Iowa City is accepting applications for its Climate Action Grant program, with the objective to…

Iowa City is accepting applications for its Climate Action Grant program.

Crystal Group announces next-generation processing tech integration

Crystal Group, Inc., based in Hiawatha, has announced the integration of next-generation processing components into…

Junior Achievement announces launch of JA BizTown Mobile tour

Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa (JAEI) is gearing up to launch the 2025 JA BizTown…

Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa is hearing up to launch its JA BizTown mobile tour this spring.

GreatAmerica accepting applications for Employee Advised Fund

GreatAmerica Financial Services Corporation has opened the spring application period for its Employee Advised Fund…

GreatAmerica Financial Services

Alliant Energy contributes nearly $9.3 million to communities in 2024

Alliant Energy, its charitable foundation, employees and retirees collectively contributed nearly $9.3 million and more…

Alliant Energy

Iowa Board of Regents push pause on Iowa Memorial Union renovations

The Iowa Board of Regents voted Thursday to postpone a decision greenlighting the proposed $81.4…

The Iowa Memorial Union will undergo a major renovation to better serve students. CREDIT JUSTIN TORNER

IOWA 500: Meet Brian Waller, president of the Technology Association of Iowa

This profile was originally published in the Corridor Media Group’s inaugural IOWA 500 magazine, which…

Brian Waller

UI Health Care expands infant security with new tech at downtown campus

A technology meant to enhance patient safety for newborns is launching at University of Iowa…

CertaScan technology allows for the digital scanning of newborn footprints to provide a permanent identification record.

North Liberty chocolatier blends math and design for stunning sweets

Mathematics, metalworking, and chocolate might not sound like the best recipe for a small business.…

Chocolatier Anne Goddard removes a batch of mint chocolate sweets from a mold at A Chocolate Studio in North Liberty on Feb. 5, 2025. CREDIT PARKER JONES

UI Health Care Workers union protest for better wages, benefits

Members of the University of Iowa Health Care workers union picketed at the corner of…

A member of UI Health Care's union SEIU holds a sign that declares "Restore merges staff seniority now!" at the corner of Melrose Avenue and Hawkeye Drive Wednesday. Health care workers say the 3% wage increase offered by the Iowa Board of Regents isn't enough.

Cedar Rapids officials ‘optimistic’ about attracting new grocer to former First Avenue Hy-Vee

Cedar Rapids officials said this week they’re increasingly “optimistic” about the prospects for attracting a…

First Avenue Hy-Vee empty

Ingredion planning $48.5 million plant expansion in Cedar Rapids

Ingredion is planning a $48.5 million expansion of their plant in southwest Cedar Rapids, a…

Ingredion Cedar Rapids plant

International Flavors and Fragrances to expand Cedar Rapids ingredients facility

International Flavors and Fragrances (IFF) has announced the upcoming expansion of its Danisco US Inc.…

New Danisco building rendering

Kitty Corner Social Club opens in downtown Iowa City

Cat lovers are about to experience Iowa City’s first-ever cat lounge — no “kitten” around.…