ICAD, UI partner on website to support Black-owned businesses
A new online resource aimed at growing and promoting Black-owned businesses in the Iowa City area launched this month. The site, called a Story...
SBA to open supplemental shuttered venue grants
The U.S. Small Business Administration is announcing a call to all eligible Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) applicants seeking economic aid for live entertainment,...
Amana Farms launches direct-to-consumer beef sales
The Amana Society has launched Amana Farms Beef, a new locally raised and processed, sustainably farmed, quality beef option for regional consumers.
“When you’re purchasing...
ISA Ventures announces investment in wastewater treatment startup
ISA Ventures, based in Cedar Rapids, and Iowa Farm Bureau’s Rural Vitality Fund have jointly announced a $6.5 million Series A venture capital investment...
Per Mar acquires Minnesota-based security firm
Per Mar Security Services has acquired Armor Security, a residential and commercial security and locksmith provider in the Twin Cities, the companies said in...
West Music named dealer of the year by the Global Music Products Industry.
West Music was named the Dealer of the Year at the Annual Top 100 Dealer Awards by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM),...
Pioneer Building being redeveloped into multi-tenant space
The former Pioneer Litho building at 1239 First Ave. SE in Cedar Rapids was synonymous with office supplies, office furniture and commercial interior design...
Iowa City affordable housing grant applications now available
The city of Iowa City is now accepting applications from organizations for affordable housing projects for fiscal year 2022.
The grant funds, made available through...
Cedar Rapids seeks help updating water line records
The Cedar Rapids Water Division (CRWD) is asking for property owners’ assistance as the division works to update its records of water service lines.
The...
Iowa Realty Foundation donation supports Best Buddies Iowa
The Iowa Realty Foundation has announced a donation from their most recent funding cycle to the Best Buddies program in Iowa.
Best Buddies International is...