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Building a fashion label, the Wright way

Andre’ Wright, shown in his workspace at MERGE in Iowa City. PHOTO ADAM MOORE   By Dave DeWitte [email protected] To many Iowans, the fashion world can seem remote...

Boutiques go all in on quality to fight e-tailers

Michelle Galvin, owner of Velvet Coat at 105 E. College St. in Iowa City, said boutiques like hers offer a curated, personalized experience department...

Duane Arnold’s closure ends Iowa’s nuclear chapter

By Dave DeWitte [email protected] The recent decision by NextEra Energy to close Iowa’s only nuclear power plant in 2020 will be a sharp blow to the...

UICCU looks to name change as fresh start

UICCU’s headquarters in North Liberty, shown in an undated photo. PHOTO UICCU   By Katharine Carlon [email protected] Though it could have fought – and potentially won – a...

Stamats’ new CEO keeps eye on digital ball

Peter Stamats, Stamats' Communications new CEO. CREDIT STAMATS   By Dave DeWitte [email protected] For Peter Stamats, day one as CEO of Cedar Rapids-based Stamats Communications wasn’t the bracing...

CID’s new face promises more relaxing, regional vibe

By Dave DeWitte [email protected] Airport terminals aren’t usually known for being relaxing, enjoyable or memorable, but the $65 million expansion under way at the Eastern Iowa...

Businesses remain stoic as Ped Mall revamp continues

The iconic Ped Mall fountain and the playground near the Iowa City Public Library will remain as the surrounding area undergoes a transformation. PHOTO...

3 Questions with Alexis Ohanian, Reddit founder

By Dave DeWitte [email protected] He founded the enormously popular website Reddit, married tennis champion Serena Williams, and was proclaimed “Mayor of the Internet” by Forbes –...

Will Iowa’s new energy law save consumers or cost them?

By Dave DeWitte [email protected] Iowa businesses and households can expect lower energy bills and fewer energy efficiency programs under a new state law taking effect this...

Solarize Johnson County sparks residential interest

Workers install solar panels on a home roof in an undated photo. CREDIT PEC   By Katharine Carlon [email protected] When Mirna Garza and Nancy Williams became neighbors about...

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