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Iowa unemployment rate holds steady in January; labor force participation increases
According to data compiled by Iowa Workforce Development (IWD), Iowa’s unemployment rate remained steady at 3.3% in January this year, the same as in December 2024. The national unemployment rate decreased to 4.0%. At the same time, Iowa’s labor force participation…
Educational institutions preparing students for jobs of future
By Angela Holmes and Dave DeWitte Keeping up with the changing world of work and technology…
David’s Famous Custard waits to ramp up Tipton plant
By Dave DeWitte TIPTON—David’s Famous Custard founder David Gott couldn’t find a producer capable of…
Penguin’s celebrates 25 years of laughs
By Adam Moore CEDAR RAPIDS—Penguin’s Comedy Club is celebrating its 25th anniversary this month, and…
New wellness program for hospitals opening doors for Stamats
By Dave DeWitte A turnkey wellness program that hospitals use to connect with their communities…
SBA approves $20 million in small business loans in July
The U.S. Small Business Administration has released its monthly loan approval figures in Iowa for…
Hawkeye game day impact ripples out
By Dave DeWitte and Angela Holmes CORRIDOR—The wave of fans heading to Kinnick Stadium for…
Couples discuss the ups and downs of working together
By Molly Altorfer Shared passion. Solid communication. A sense of humor. The ability to set…
Raining Rose soaking up lip balm demand
By Dave DeWitte CEDAR RAPIDS—When Raining Rose Inc. was consolidating into its new $12 million…
Simulators provide broader learning experience
By Angela Holmes WATERLOO—Like most professions, learning how to drive a big rig has changed…
CBJ celebrates 10th anniversary
CORALVILLE-The Corridor Business Journal (CBJ) is proud to announce that July 26 marks the company’s 10th anniversary. “One…
Merger energizes agencies
By Angela Holmes CORRIDOR—Looking toward the future financially and structurally, two of the area’s top…
2014 Best of the Corridor
Part I: Best Accounting Firm: McGladrey Best Architectural Firm: OPN Architects Best Brewery: Lion Bridge…
Banker’s photo exhibit to help TotalChild
By Dave DeWitte CEDAR RAPIDS—Guaranty Bank CEO Chris Lindell’s photography is filled with images from…
Complex gives CR competitive advantage
2014 Best of the Corridor Best Event Venue/Best Hotel for Clients and Guests: DoubleTree by…
TrueNorth wins 4 titles in Best of Corridor
2014 Best of the Corridor Best Investment Services Firm Best Life Insurance Provider Best Property/Casualty…
