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ROOTs disaster recovery housing program finds new life
The Rebuilding Ownership Opportunities Together (ROOTs) program in Cedar Rapids built 869 homes after the 2008 flood before going dormant in 2017. After the 2020 derecho, the program was revived with a similar mission and slightly altered framework. City officials…
Wilson’s Orchard & Farm thrives in Des Moines
Five months after officially opening its Des Moines location, Iowa City-based Wilson’s Orchard & Farm…
Manufacturing is ‘sleeping giant,’ conference speaker says
The nation’s manufacturing industry is a “sleeping giant” that will continue to grow, help our…
EIHC initiative will provide high-tech solution to ‘pharmacy desert’
The Eastern Iowa Health Center’s (EIHC) plans for a new, largely automated pharmacy in the…
JoCo Board of Supervisors oust executive director
This story has been updated to include comments from Guillermo Morales. The Johnson County Board…
Oasis Falafel celebrates 20th anniversary
20 years ago, Naftaly Stramer and Ofer Sivan came together to create what would eventually…
Iowa City Council considers lower parking rates, new permits
The Iowa City Council is exploring proposals to reduce downtown parking meter rates and create…
Kirkwood’s inaugural Jones County Leadership Council focuses on student success, workforce development
With cooler weather proclaiming the advent of a new school year, Kirkwood Community College is…
Acapulco Mexican Bakery finds success, seeks to open third location
Alejandro Garcia Gonzalez owns and runs Iowa City’s Acapulco Mexican Bakery, which is just one…
Global Ties Iowa brings international leaders to the Corridor
Ever since she began working with Global Ties Iowa in February 2021, Amy Alice Chastain…
Tasha Lard empowers Black entrepreneurs through community and mentorship
Tasha Lard dipped her toes into entrepreneurship during the pandemic, a time when most businesses…
Hiawatha hosts State of the City, plans for thriving future
Around 100 attendees gathered at the Crystal Group office for the Hiawatha’s annual State of…
New report identifies crucial challenges in Iowa’s health care industry
The overall landscape of Iowa’s health care industry is looking bleak, according to recent findings…
Developing Iowa’s talent pipeline
With a 12-month average jobs opening rate of 5.37%, Iowa ranks 44th on WalletHub’s compilation…
North Liberty’s new Pizza Ranch combines dining, entertainment
A new restaurant in North Liberty is offering diners more than just pizza and wings…
Iowa City Council debates new ordinances to limit tobacco retailers
The Iowa City council continues to debate methods of discouraging tobacco and vape shops from…
