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The Iowa River Power building, 501 First Ave. in Coralville, pictured Oct. 30. The building was bough last month by Old Gold, LLC, a company with an Illinois address. CREDIT ANNIE SMITH BARKALOW

Coralville OKs 10-Year tax rebate to support Iowa River Power historic building renovation

The Coralville city council has approved a tax increment rebate to aid in the historic renovation of the former Iowa River Power Restaurant, located at 501 First Ave. in Coralville. At its meeting May 13, the council passed a resolution…

Soda fountain now flowing at Sweet Mercantile in Czech Village

Mary Kay Novak McGrath recalls an era when at least two soda fountains served up…

The soda fountain at Sweet Mercantile in the Czech Village.

New memory care development in CR to begin construction 

Construction is set to begin soon on a new housing development in northeast Cedar Rapids…

Officials re-evaluating Marion Airport’s future plans

Plans for possible renovation and expansion of the Marion Airport are now in limbo, as…

Marion airport

Farmers markets in the Corridor have a new look since pandemic 

Changes are underway at farmers markets in the Corridor, as the outdoor season kicks off…

‘Dream’ becomes reality for Cedar Rapids Kernels

During one road trip to Wisconsin each season prior to the pandemic, Minor League Baseball’s…

Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa helps workers recover lost wages

Rita, a longtime employee of the now-closed Short’s Burger and Shine in Iowa City, sought…

VictoryXR in Davenport grows virtual learners

A generation ago, the excitement in the eyes of an 11-year-old Harry Potter perfectly captured…

University Scooters to hold 24-hour UI Children’s Hospital fundraiser

University Scooters, an 11-year-old business in downtown Iowa City, hopes to raise awareness for its…

Iowa City SLAM architecture firm constructs orthopedic center in New York

What happens when shopping malls lose tenants, and health care systems look for smart ways…

More housing options coming to Hiawatha

As city council meetings go, the April 6 gathering of the Hiawatha City Council was…

Iowa City Pedestrian Mall adding trio of ‘bar first, food second’ venues 

Whether fun seekers are looking to drink cocktails inside the ‘80s, ‘90s and 2000s-themed bar,…

CommUnity Crisis Services hires new diversity, equity and inclusion specialist

Amel Ali knows what it’s like to feel isolated from her peers and even her…

Matthew 25 opens Cultivate Hope Corner Store in Cedar Rapids

Curtis Odom was happy to buy bacon and a dozen eggs during a quick stop…

Easy Living

Before Jim and Judy Jorgensen moved from north-central Iowa to North Liberty in July 2020…

More than just a pet store

Dogs are welcomed with open arms, fresh treats and new toys inside Muddy Puppy Pet…