Small Business
NFIB Iowa director reacts to small business optimism increases
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index rose three points in May to 98.8, surpassing the 51-year average of 98, according to the organization’s latest monthly report. Improvements in expected business conditions and sales expectations were…
Five small businesses receive Main Street Iowa Open 4 Business grants
Five small businesses from Main Street Iowa districts received $50,000 in state grants after successfully…
Iowa City businesses get a boost with CoSign+ program
Iowa City has been recognized as one of the top 50 best places for families…
Hibu enhances Google Business Profile optimization
Hibu Inc. has announced updates to its digital marketing solutions, which will increase online visibility…
Stamats sells Meetings Today brand to TPMG
Stamats Communications, Inc. has announced the sale of its group meetings and events media brand,…
North Liberty building damaged in overnight explosion
A North Liberty building sustained significant damage after a late-night explosion. At 11 p.m. on…
Shuttleworth & Ingersoll completes move to former Gazette building in downtown Cedar Rapids
Shuttleworth & Ingersoll has completed its move to the newly renovated former Gazette building at…
Iowa City Downtown District to host ‘Scoop the Loop’ retail event
The Iowa City Downtown District (ICDD) is set to host a new summer-themed retail event…
Pet supply store opens in downtown Washington
A new pet supply store with roots in service dog training has opened for business…
Greater Iowa City Inc. launches new grant to boost rural community identity
Greater Iowa City, Inc. (Greater IC) has announced a new grant initiative, funded by Johnson…
Seeds Apparel uses faith and fashion to help restore Cedar Rapids neighborhood
Seeds Apparel in Cedar Rapids is a faith-based business that dabbles in more than just…
Old Town Ely project will connect city’s past, future
Ely has been one of the fastest-growing communities in the Corridor in recent years. In…
Iowa BIPOC LGBTQ+ business owners eligible for $5,000 – $30,000 until Monday
Iowa BIPOC LGBTQ+ business owners have an opportunity to apply for $5,000 – $30,000 in…
Labor leaders decry Gov. Reynolds’ lax child labor laws
Corridor labor leaders say Governor Reynold’s recent child labor laws defy decades-old federal government regulations…
Podcast: The Webster is working on another ‘restaurant project’ in Iowa City
Anna and Charlie recap the Block Party and discuss Patio Season in IC before hopping…
de Novo Marketing wins four Communicator Awards
de Novo Marketing, a Cedar Rapids-based creative marketing agency, was recently awarded four Communicator Awards…
