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Linn County officials look to develop zoning standards for gas-fired power plants
As Alliant Energy continues to evaluate possible Linn County sites for a new natural gas-fired power plant, Linn County leaders say the county needs to develop specific siting regulations for such plants. During a Board of Supervisors meeting with department…
Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa Stock Market Challenge returns for sixth year
The sixth annual Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge is set for April 24 at the…
Two new warehouse projects to bring jobs, development opportunities to Cedar Rapids
A pair of new warehouse development projects in southwest Cedar Rapids are expected to bring…
Common Sense Institute Iowa taps Lisa Feuerbach as executive director
Common Sense Institute Iowa has a new executive director, the organization announced Friday. Lisa Feuerbach’s…
Pizza World in Cedar Rapids to move to the Fountains; Voodoo Brewing to debut at same time
Pizza World in Cedar Rapids has found a new home for its restaurant and its…
Anne Dugger named executive director of Catherine McAuley Center
A new executive director is at the helm of the Catherine McAuley Center. The board…
The Wedge Pizzeria moves back to downtown Iowa City
The Wedge Pizzeria, which originally opened in 1999, has announced its return to downtown Iowa…
UI Health Care secures $252.6 million bond for hospital projects amid market volatility
At its meeting Wednesday, the Iowa Board of Regents approved a resolution authorizing the issuance…
Sears store redevelopment to include ‘national retailer,’ outdoor sports field
The redevelopment of the former Sears store in Cedar Rapids, including a portion for an…
Iowa Board of Regents update strategic plan, eliminate DEI language
The Iowa Board of Regents voted to update their 2022-2027 strategic plan on Jan. 15,…
Oaknoll announces nursing home expansion in Iowa City
Oaknoll has announced a new nursing home expansion project in Iowa City, featuring sustainable design…
Forced optimism: Experts address how toxic positivity erodes corporate culture
The phrase “toxic positivity” seems like something of an oxymoron — especially in American society,…
Camp Courageous CEO Charlie Becker stepping down
After more than 45 years as CEO of both Camp Courageous and the Camp Courageous…
Danisco planning $68 million addition at southwest Cedar Rapids plant
Danisco US Inc. is planning a $68 million addition at its plant in southwest Cedar…
GCRCF approves more than $3 million in grants
The board of directors of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation (GCRCF) have approved more…
Cedar Rapids NAACP announces leadership for 2025-2027
Cedar Rapids-based Branch 4013 of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)…
