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Gina Landau

Gina Landau: Breaking ground on a new path forward

In the world of Corridor real estate development, Gina Landau sees herself as a pioneer of sorts. And it becomes especially obvious when she attends meetings of the Iowa City Area Professional Women in Building (PWB) Council. “I don’t really…

Emily Zimmon

2025 Forty Under 40: Emily Zimmon

Adam Zimmermann

2025 Forty Under 40: Adam Zimmermann

Audrey Wiedemeier bike library

2025 Forty Under 40: Audrey Wiedemeier

Catherine VanDraska

2025 Forty Under 40: Catherine VanDraska

Wilson’s Orchard & Farm thrives in Des Moines

Five months after officially opening its Des Moines location, Iowa City-based Wilson’s Orchard & Farm…

Wilson's Orchard Ciderhouse & Bar in Des Moines.

Manufacturing is ‘sleeping giant,’ conference speaker says

The nation’s manufacturing industry is a “sleeping giant” that will continue to grow, help our…

Ed Youdell QCBJ Manufacturing Conference

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…

A medical professional examines a young patient at the Eastern Iowa Health Center. CREDIT EIHC

JoCo Board of Supervisors oust executive director

This story has been updated to include comments from Guillermo Morales. The Johnson County Board…

Guillermo Morales, Johnson County Board of Supervisors executive director.

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…

The city of Iowa City is considering an ordinance that would reduce downtown parking rates and establish an evening/weekend parking permit.

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…

Kirkwood Community College President Kristie Fisher addresses attendees Sept. 4 at the inaugural Jones County Leadership Council meeting. CREDIT ANNIE SMITH BARKALOW

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…

Dawn Wood, director of global learning at Kirkwood Community College, speaks Aug 9 at the opening of the "Impact of Exchange" photo exhibit at the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library in Cedar Rapids. CREDIT RICHARD PRATT

Tasha Lard empowers Black entrepreneurs through community and mentorship

Tasha Lard dipped her toes into entrepreneurship during the pandemic, a time when most businesses…

Tasha Lard stands outside the South District Market in Iowa City Aug. 21.

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…

A doctor holds a newborn baby.

Developing Iowa’s talent pipeline

With a 12-month average jobs opening rate of 5.37%, Iowa ranks 44th on WalletHub’s compilation…

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North Liberty’s new Pizza Ranch combines dining, entertainment

A new restaurant in North Liberty is offering diners more than just pizza and wings…

Diners line up outside Pizza Ranch in North Liberty

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…

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