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Editorial: The value of effective nonprofit leadership

In the last few months, Cedar Rapids’ nonprofit sector experienced a leadership shift that reveals both the strength and fragility of the invisible infrastructure holding our community together. June brought news that Clint Twedt-Ball would step down as executive director…

CBJ editorial: Johnson County Conservation Bond makes sense

The Corridor is a great place for families and businesses. But how can we make…

Johnson County Conservation bond

CBJ editorial: Cedar Rapids’ data center mojo continues

The economic development momentum for Cedar Rapids continues with the announcement of another data center…

QTS data center

CBJ editorial: IUC makes bad policy

The Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) changed its name to the Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC) on…

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…

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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…

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CBJ editorial: Ortberg to the rescue

Robert “Kelly” Ortberg could become the Caitlin Clark of aerospace leaders if he is able…

Kelly Ortberg Rockwell Collins Boeing

Is the potential Cedar Rapids casino worth the gamble?

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

roulette wheel casino game

CBJ editorial: CID keeps getting better

The Eastern Iowa Airport’s third annual “State of Your Airport” event on June 18 highlighted…

Workforce initiatives taking shape in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City

The need to attract and retain young professionals in the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City Corridor (and…

Greater Iowa City Inc. is welcoming summer interns to join Ignite IC and foster connections to the community. workforce

Editorial: Mount Mercy’s unique partnership with St. Ambrose

It has been reported frequently in the media that the higher education business model is…

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Editorial: ACT’s next phase

American College Testing, known as ACT, has been a powerful member of the Iowa City…

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CBJ editorial: Joe Walder passes, P&G’s importance to Iowa City

There have only been a handful of billionaire creators in the Corridor, people who have…

Dr. Joseph Walder, founder of Integrated DNA Technologies, died March 26

CBJ editorial: Agriculture troubles emerge/listen to Phil Jasper

Agriculture troubles emerge Parts of agriculture’s supply chain are showing signs of distress, with the…

Amana Farms is joining Cargill's regenerative agriculture program.

Editorial: Saving local journalism is in everyone’s best interest

Local journalists, and the publications that they contribute to, are currently standing at the base…

Office building of the Journal-Eureka, located at 405 E. Main St. in Anamosa. local newspaper

Editorial: Marion keeps shining

The accolades for the City of Marion continue to roll in. In the fall, Marion…

Uptown Marion