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Marion Mayor Nick AbouAssaly (center) cuts the ribbon signifying the completion of Marion's Central Plaza project on Wednesday, May 7.

Marion celebrates completion of Central Plaza with ribbon cutting

Ominous thunderheads bearing the threat of rain couldn’t dampen the enthusiasm of the crowd gathered at Marion’s City Square Park Wednesday, May 7, to celebrate the completion of the city’s Central Plaza project with a ribbon cutting. “This event is…

New general manager takes helm of DoubleTree, convention center

The new general manager of the DoubleTree Hotel, Convention Complex and Alliant Energy PowerHouse is…

Deetz startup expects $10 million in revenue for small businesses this year

It’s easier than ever for people to order from fast-food giants and chain restaurants. Still,…

Pandemic pet boom

Like most business owners, those in the pet industry didn’t know what to expect in…

North Liberty eyes affordable housing, brewery developments

Several development projects are on the horizon in North Liberty. The first project, by the…

Diventures anticipates major growth in 2022 and beyond

With freezing winter days normal in Iowa and around the country right now, many people…

Helping seniors age in place

As demand for senior housing continues to outstrip supply and affordability of independent facilities remain…

Marion’s main artery reopens to traffic as project continues

Although it may be hard to imagine a sunny summer festival during the cold of…

Corridor development leaders promote 2022 public policy priorities

If Jennifer Banta could identify the three top priorities for Corridor business leaders from the…

City of Solon rides wave of restaurants

Stroll down Main Street in downtown Solon today, and you’ll see a bakery, a coffee…

Newsmakers: Linn County voters approve casino referendum

NOV 8 Supporters of a Cedar Rapids casino will have another opportunity to develop a…

Newsmakers: Why are global supply chains breaking?

SEP 27 In the current era of consumerism and same-day shipping that so often dictates…

Newsmakers: Back in black

SEP 13 It doesn’t matter which football team the Iowa Hawkeyes are playing in Iowa…

Newsmakers: MediRevv acquired by Tegria

AUG 16 Following a four-year investment partnership, MediRevv, a Coralville-based health care revenue cycle management…

Newsmakers: The derecho, a year later

AUG 9 Derecho. In a heartbeat Aug. 10, 2020, the word was transformed from an…

Newsmakers: The Great Resignation — concern or catalyst?

JUL 5 Imagine if 25% of your workforce quit tomorrow. Labor statistics and numerous surveys…