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Frontier Co-op expands Belle Plaine facility, creating jobs
An expansion of Frontier Co-op’s distribution facility signals more than job growth for the rural town of Belle Plaine. The project represents a capital investment of just over $30 million. “We’ve continued to grow, and with that growth comes the…
Cirque du Soleil’s Quidam: Worth the drive, admission price
REVIEW CEDAR RAPIDS — There is no question a Cirque du Soleil performance is going…
Protecting the arts
UI campus prepares for floods as ’08 projects move ahead By Pat Shaver IOWA CITY—By…
Leading by example
By Angela Holmes CEDAR RAPIDS – When Frew Development Group took over the long-struggling Westdale…
Spring floods test lessons from 2008
By Cindy Hadish CORRIDOR–Relentless rains pummeled Cedar Rapids as Mayor Ron Corbett discussed remaining recovery…
Cirque du Soleil sneak peek
The newly-completed U.S. Cellular Center in downtown Cedar Rapids was abuzz June 5 with the…
HR professional starts hospitality recruiting business
By Pat Shaver WEST LIBERTY—As a recruiter, Jaime Parizek has flipped through many resumes. Her…
Waterloo and Cedar Falls strive for Blue Zones Project designation
By Angela Holmes BLACK HAWK COUNTY — While the leader of both the Waterloo and…
Cyber-Anatomy continues growth in Corridor
By Pat Shaver CORALVILLE—Textbooks just aren’t cutting it for today’s technologically-savvy students. A Coralville-based business…
Genova CEO persevered, receives honor
By Pat Shaver CORRIDOR–Attending graduate school and raising three young boys on her own was…
Lattice Communications named Corridor’s Fastest Growing Company
By Pat Shaver CORALVILLE—Lattice Communications has grown more than any other local company. Fairfax-based Lattice…
Companies win $5,000 at Pitch & Grow
Three companies were selected by panelists and audience members to receive $5,000 in awards at…
Former Secretary of State discusses women, politics during visit
Story and photos by Cindy Hadish CEDAR RAPIDS – Madeleine Albright wasn’t just handed her…
Former Secretary of State discusses women, politics during visit
Story and photos by Cindy Hadish CEDAR RAPIDS – Madeleine Albright wasn’t just handed her…
Passenger rail could get boost from Quad Cities route
UPDATED MAY 22: Passenger rail talks continue Supporters of expanding Iowa’s passenger rail service hope…
Construction moves ahead on The Fountains
By Sarah Binder CEDAR RAPIDS—Office, living and retail space will be within reach. “It’s really…