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F&M Bank marks 100 years in business
F&M Bank is celebrating a century of service this month, marking 100 years since it first opened its doors in Manchester on July 20, 1925. Formerly known as Farmers and Merchants Savings Bank, the institution has since expanded to seven…
Can AI detect abuse? These UI professors say it can
Two University of Iowa professors are teaming up to harness AI for the use of…

Iowa Brewers Guild announces winners of ‘Iowa Ambassador of Craft’ awards
The Iowa Brewers Guild (IBG) has announced the winners of the inaugural Iowa Ambassador of…

Van Meter appointed as authorized Rockwell Automation distributor
Cedar Rapids-based Van Meter Inc. has announced that they are the newly-authorized Rockwell Automation distributor…

Forum for veterans, caregivers to be held at DeWolf Innovation Center Nov. 21
The Chris & Suzy DeWolf Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia, in collaboration with the…

New restaurant planned for historic Iowa River Power Building
The historic Iowa River Power building will once more be filled with diners and the…

UnityPoint Health – Jones Regional Medical Center expanding MRI services
UnityPoint Health – Jones Regional Medical Center in Anamosa is expanding its imaging services with…

Taco Gato in downtown Cedar Rapids closing
Taco Gato, a downtown Cedar Rapids restaurant that’s become known for its innovative take on…

University of Iowa moves forward with purchase of Old Capitol Town Center
The University of Iowa is moving forward with the full acquisition of the Old Capitol…

Regent Universities continue process of eliminating DEI departments
Iowa Regent universities are making progress in complying with Senate File 2435, which mandates the…

Marion Chamber touts accomplishments at annual meeting
As Chris Wheeler recapped his term as 2024 Marion Chamber of Commerce board chair during…

Lion Bridge Brewing launches MoonDream THC beverage brand
Lion Bridge Brewing has announced the launch of MoonDream, a line of THC-infused sparkling waters.…

University of Iowa seeks $80 million in capital improvement projects at Board of Regents meeting
The University of Iowa received approval from the Iowa Board of Regents Nov. 6 for…

Tippie College of Business to suspend admission to graduate finance program
The University of Iowa is requesting to temporarily suspend its Master of Science in Finance…

Corridor libraries serve as entrepreneurial hubs
Kellee Forkenbrock’s official title is public service librarian at the North Liberty Library, but it…

Veridian, Community 1st among three Iowa credit unions awarded grants to serve disadvantaged communities
Three Iowa credit unions designated as Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI), including Veridian Credit Union…
