Small Business
Iowa City, Coralville startups secure state funding for medical device, agriculture innovation
Three Iowa City and Coralville startups received state funding through the Iowa Economic Development Authority to advance medical technology, agricultural innovation and workplace safety solutions, the agency announced Sept. 19. Coralville-based NeuroPred Inc. secured a $50,000 Proof of Commercial Relevance…
‘The Confused Breakfast’ podcast serves up movie nostalgia
“The Confused Breakfast” blends humor with nostalgia for a homegrown audio experience. Hosted by Sean…
Erika Macias honored as 2024 Latina Publisher of the Year at NAHP conference
At its annual conference, the National Association of Hispanic Publishers (NAHP) recognized Erika Macias as…
Iowa City celebrates revamped Dubuque Street with block party celebration
The Iowa City Downtown District, in partnership with Dubuque Street businesses, the City of Iowa…
IC Downtown District announces Back to Dubuque Street Celebration
The Iowa City Downtown District (ICDD), in partnership with Dubuque Street businesses, the City of…
Empowered Solutions Collective launches with focus on equity
Sarah Blais and Tamara Marcus have combined their varied backgrounds to address equity, social justice,…
Iowa City’s Fall Shop Crawl returns Oct. 18
Cooler weather, fall jackets, pumpkin spice and all things Autumn herald the return of the…
Third annual Shop Iowa Day returns Oct. 9
Shoppers wanting to get a head start on their holiday purchases while keeping dollars local…
Fairfax State Savings Bank celebrates 100-year anniversary
Fairfax State Savings Bank is celebrating its 100-year anniversary this year. Chartered in 1924, the…
Iowa City moves toward stricter public health measures with proposed kratom ban and tobacco retailer regulations
Iowa City is one step closer to a ban on kratom and curtailing the proliferation…
Applications due Nov. 6 for Iowa City’s Targeted Small Business grants
Iowa City has introduced a new grant initiative aimed at supporting local entrepreneurs and small…
JEFAS: Latinas in Business Magazine showcases Latina entrepreneurs
In 2002, when I was only 8 years old, my mother and I moved from…
Johnson County employees to participate in nationwide “Great Apple Crunch” event
Johnson County employees will join a nationwide celebration of local food sourcing on Wednesday, Oct.…
Fresh Connect program offers free business coaching for Eastern Iowa farmers
Beginning farmers seeking to enhance their business and marketing strategies can now apply for Fresh…
The District launches ‘Cone Zone Cash’ program to support Cedar Rapids businesses impacted by construction
In an attempt to support small businesses in the New Bohemia neighborhood impacted by several…
Empowerment Symposium speakers discuss overcoming barriers, navigating setbacks
On Sept. 19 and 20, a diverse group of professionals from Eastern Iowa converged at…
