Small Business
SBA approves $6.6 million in Iowa small business loans in August
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) approved 19 loans totaling just over $6.65 million to Iowa businesses in August 2025, including two firms in the Corridor, according to newly released monthly figures. The financing was made available through the SBA’s…
New search engine launches for Iowa City area
After moving to Iowa City four years ago, Sam Johnson wanted a way to discover…
Iowa LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce, SBA Iowa District Office form alliance
The Iowa LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce, an affiliate of the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce…
Act Write Here wins $15,000 first prize at Venture School Statewide Launch Day
Virtual playhouse Act Write Here won first place and a $15,000 prize at the University…
First annual Empowerment Symposium launches this fall in Iowa City
This fall, the first annual Empowerment Symposium: Inspiring Black and Brown Professionals to Lead will…
The Play Café has opened its new location
Founded in 2022, the Play Café has officially opened its new location at 153 Marion…
Choreo opens new office location in NewBo neighborhood
Choreo LLC has opened a new local office in the New Bohemia District. The new…
Paul Davis Restoration named CBJ’s 2024 Fastest Growing Company
For the owners of Paul Davis Restoration, their start was marked with baptism by fire…
2024 Entrepreneurs of the Year: Oasis Falafel driven by entrepreneurial spirit
The founding of Oasis Falafel in 2004 came at a key turning point in the…
Iowa City Downtown District reflects on 2023, looks to future initiatives
Attracting thousands of visitors, improved placemaking, enhancing night-time safety measures and recruiting and retaining local…
Bug Soother and Lion Bridge collaborate on Summer Soother Ale
Bug Soother bug spray has collaborated with Cedar Rapids-based Lion Bridge Brewing Company for a…
From farm to feast: How Corridor restaurants work with local farms to enhance their menus
The phrase “farm-to-table dining” evokes many images: steaming platters of bacon and greens, freshly collected…
Field Day in North Liberty brews Yield of Dreams collaborative beer
Iowa’s craft beer industry has come together once more to brew a collaborative beer in…
Agri-CULTURE Iowa aims to unite Johnson County agribusinesses under one brand
This summer, Agri-CULTURE Iowa makes its debut at the Johnson County Fair. The brand, a…
Angie Jordan, South of 6 director, steps down following medical diagnosis
Angie Jordan’s enthusiasm is infectious. Just five minutes with her and one can easily envision…
SBA presents award to Cedar Rapids as Small Business Community of the Year
Leaders from the Small Business Administration gathered with Cedar Rapids officials May 17 to formally…
