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Wings2Water names 2025 water quality grant recipients

Wings2Water, an environmental nonprofit focused on water quality in the Mississippi River watershed, has announced three grant recipients for 2025. The Wings2Water grants support projects aimed at improving water quality and raising public awareness of nutrient pollution. “We’re proud to…

Public Space One offers new grant program for Eastern Iowa artists

Through a new annual grant opportunity, arts organization Public Space One is offering a total…

North Liberty to break ground on Centennial Center next week

Following more than a decade of planning, the city of North Liberty will officially break…

Ground breaking for the Centennial Center will occur July 9 at 10 a.m. at Centennial Park, 1565 St. Andrews Drive.

Catherine McAuley Center celebrates 35th anniversary with several activities

The Catherine McAuley Center in Cedar Rapids is planning a series of events to celebrate…

Catherine McAuley Center

2024 Best of the Corridor

It’s time to indulge in the 19th edition of the CBJ’s favorite summer tradition: the…

Best of the Corridor

Eastern Iowa Health Center to lead statewide motorcycle ride

Eastern Iowa Health Center (EIHC) will celebrate National Health Center Week 2024 by organizing a…

UnityPoint Health, UI Health Care unveil new leadership

UnityPoint Health and University of Iowa Health Care have each announced the appointment of new…

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Aegon Transamerica donation supports Girl Scouts outdoor programs

The Aegon Transamerica Foundation has provided a $35,000 donation to the Girl Scouts of Eastern…

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Iowa City receives $3.75 million PRO Housing Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

The city of Iowa City has been selected as one of 21 communities to receive…

Iowa City mayor Bruce Teague addresses a packed chamber at city hall on Thursday. The city received a $3.75 million PRO Housing grant to further its affordable housing initiatives. CREDIT ANNIE SMITH BARKALOW

UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s named most socially responsible hospital in Iowa

UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids is the most socially responsible hospital…

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ABI survey: Iowa businesses anticipate workforce stability, despite economic uncertainty

The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) has released the results of its latest…

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Iowa City parking rates double next week

Starting next week, Iowa City will see its first parking rate hike in 11 years,…

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Linn County Gaming, Peninsula Pacific to again seek gaming license for Cedar Rapids casino

Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) and the Linn County Gaming Association (LCGA) announced Wednesday they will…

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Van Meter names new Chief Information Officer

Van Meter Inc. announced June 26 that Martina Schubert has joined the company’s leadership team…

Martina Schubert Van Meter Chief Information Officer

GreenState Credit Union welcomes Jenn Bleil as new Chief People Officer

As announced on Wednesday, GreenState Credit Union has hired Jenn Bleil as its new Chief…

Channel Futures names CCR Technologies a top 100 global managed service provider

A Cedar Rapids technology company has been named a Top 100 Global Managed Services Providers…

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