Editorial: Jim Leach was ‘last of a kind’
Over the holiday season, former U.S. Congressman Jim Leach died on Dec. 11 at the age of 82. He was one of the most...
CBJ editorial: End of an era
Two of Iowa’s most influential business advocates are retiring later this month after nearly half a century of combined statewide leadership.
Mike Ralston is retiring...
CBJ editorial: South Dakota pipeline law fails
We were pleased to learn that the proposed carbon dioxide pipeline through wide areas of the Midwest was dealt a serious blow when South...
CBJ editorial: Johnson County Conservation Bond makes sense
The Corridor is a great place for families and businesses. But how can we make it better?
Years ago, economic development officials started touting trails...
CBJ editorial: Cedar Rapids’ data center mojo continues
The economic development momentum for Cedar Rapids continues with the announcement of another data center coming to the Big Cedar Industrial Center near the...
CBJ editorial: IUC makes bad policy
The Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) changed its name to the Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC) on July 1, as part of a state government reorganization...
The Corridor’s long-term success relies on its access to great health care
One differentiator in the long-term success of any region is talent attraction and retention. Another is access to great health care.
The Corridor has great...
CBJ editorial: Iowa’s tax climate improves, employment remains steady and Pientok retires
Iowa’s business tax climate improves
The Tax Foundation’s State Business Tax Climate rankings from 2018 to 2024 show that Iowa has made huge improvements, Iowa...
CBJ editorial: Ortberg to the rescue
Robert “Kelly” Ortberg could become the Caitlin Clark of aerospace leaders if he is able to successfully navigate the turnaround of beleaguered Boeing, an...
Is the potential Cedar Rapids casino worth the gamble?
Peninsula Pacific Entertainment (P2E) and the Linn County Gaming Association (LCGA) recently announced they will jointly reapply for a gaming license with the Iowa...