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Dream City organizers celebrated the facility's renovation and expansion with a ribbon cutting ceremony Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025.

GALLERY: Dream City celebrates grand opening of renovated facility

One year ago, Dream City broke ground on an expansion and renovation project, envisioning a hub in Iowa City’s South District for supporting underrepresented entrepreneurs and youth. Now, that dream is a reality. Around 100 attendees gathered Aug. 24 at…

Iowa Board of Regents update strategic plan, eliminate DEI language

The Iowa Board of Regents voted to update their 2022-2027 strategic plan on Jan. 15,…

Regent executive director Mark Braun (left) and president Sherry Bates at the Boardb of regents meeting Nov. 7, held on the University of Northern Iowa campus.

Forced optimism: Experts address how toxic positivity erodes corporate culture

The phrase “toxic positivity” seems like something of an oxymoron — especially in American society,…

iStock Businessman holding picture of happy face toxic positivity

The Eat Shop nears opening of second, larger location in Marion

Cheryl Maloney says she lives her life by saying “yes,” then figuring out the details…

Cheryl Maloney at the front counter of The Eat Shop’s new location in Uptown Marion. The bakery, at 1107 Seventh Ave., is set to open Feb. 1. CREDIT RICHARD PRATT

Iowa City OKs first reading to rezone ACT campus

Nearly eight months after ACT, Inc.’s announcement to sell its campus property to Iceberg Development Group,…

Steve Long, owner of owner real estate development company Salida Partners and a representative for Iceberg Development Group, addresses the Iowa City Council Jan. 7. CREDIT ANNIE SMITH BARKALOW

University of Iowa seeks approval for $252.7 million hospital revenue bond sale

The University of Iowa is requesting approval from the Iowa Board of Regents for a…

Exterior twilight view of UI Hospitals and Clinics.

McGrath Family of Dealerships named 2024 ‘Coolest of the Cool’ workplace

For many Eastern Iowans, the name “McGrath” has become perpetually linked with the sale and…

Jaymie McGrath accepts the “Coolest of the Cool” award for McGrath Family of Dealerships during the Coolest Places to Work celebration at Field Day Brewing Dec. 4. CREDIT ANNIE SMITH BARKALOW

New South of 6 executive director harnesses the power of marketing

Maurice Davis has held many roles over the years.  The entrepreneur, author, National Guard veteran,…

Maurice A. Davis has been named the executive director of the South of 6 Iowa City Business District SSMID.

Iowa City enacts new regulation on tobacco retail locations, lifts tobacco permit moratorium

Tobacco retailers in Iowa City are now facing restrictions on where they can set up…

Iowa City attorney Eric Goers (left), speaks to the council at its March 19 meeting.

How a university program prepares the next generation for the booming events industry

Crafting a successful event is akin to creating a masterpiece—a skillful art that often goes…

A student in the University of Iowa's event management program sets a table at a private event.

Home-based Stay Cozy thrives on curiosity, creativity

“Some of the things I do don’t always make business sense,” said Jessica Bass, whose…

Jessica Bass poses with her unique hand-crocheted creations.

Redevelopment of Higley Mansion as residential substance abuse treatment facility progressing

The redevelopment of the former Higley Mansion in southeast Cedar Rapids to serve as a…

Highley Mansion redevelopment substance abuse treatment facility

Greater Iowa City, Inc. unveils new initiatives at annual meeting

The evening of Nov. 21 saw a packed house at the Hyatt Regency Coralville, as…

Nancy Bird, president and CEO of Greater Iowa City, Inc., addresses the audience at the organization's annual meeting Nov. 21.

Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa enhances student experience with 3DE

Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa is ramping up efforts to implement its new learning model,…

Christine Landa, president of Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa, addresses a room of local business and education leaders.

Ag industries bolster Iowa’s farm economy

Golden streams of grain pouring from combines and augers into wagons, trucks, bins and elevators…

farm Harvesting combine in the field cropping cereal field

Cedar Ridge expands national profile with bottling partnerships

Cedar Ridge Distillery’s bourbon has gone pro. Pro football, that is. For the second consecutive…

Jamie Siefken, president and general manager of Cedar Ridge Distillery in Swisher, holds bottles of Grit City and Bird Gang bourbon in one of the distillery's barrel sheds. CREDIT RICHARD PRATT