Cedar Rapids
CBJ Editorial: Scrap the proposed natural gas power plant
Mark Twain was quoted as saying: “Buy land, they aren’t making any more of it.” Fortunately, early leaders in Cedar Rapids heeded this advice and acquired a significant amount of land in the very southwestern portion of the city to…
Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, Marion seek new director for Collaborative Growth Initiative
The Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance (CRMEA) is seeking a new full-time Talent Attraction Director…
Mercy Cedar Rapids adds new plastic and reconstructive surgery clinic
Mercy Cedar Rapids has announced the opening of its new Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Clinic…
Cedar Rapids leaders: Greenway Parks Plan will expand amenities, provide economic boost
Cedar Rapids leaders say the city’s Greenway Parks Plan will not only provide a vital…
Surgery Center Cedar Rapids announces use of robotic tech for knee and hip replacements
Surgery Center Cedar Rapids will now be one of the few outpatient centers in the…
Collins Aerospace offers solution for wheelchair passengers
Collins Aerospace will unveil its cabin solution for onboard wheelchair accommodation this week at the…
Collins Aerospace awarded Air Force SAOC subcontract
Collins Aerospace has been awarded a multi-billion-dollar subcontract as part of a team led by…
Cedar Rapids mayor asks in 2024 State of the City address: ‘What Is Your Why?’
Mayor Tiffany O’Donnell chose a short but impactful quote from author Simon Sinek to encapsulate…
Hy-Vee announces initiatives to help residents impacted by First Avenue store closure
Hy-Vee officials have heard the concerns about the upcoming closure of the Hy-Vee store on…
Coe College partners with Revv Aviation, Eastern Iowa Airport to launch flight school
As nearly 100 people gathered in a breezy aircraft hangar at the Eastern Iowa Airport…
SBA presents award to Cedar Rapids as Small Business Community of the Year
Leaders from the Small Business Administration gathered with Cedar Rapids officials May 17 to formally…
Hotel could be coming to New Bohemia neighborhood
The New Bohemia and Czech Village neighborhoods have never had a full-scale hotel to call…
Water Pollution Control Facility upgrade deemed major ‘economic development’
The renovation of a city’s water treatment facility, no matter how extensive, is generally not…
Iowa’s first mental health awareness mural unveiled in MedQuarter in Cedar Rapids
The first mental health awareness mural in the state of Iowa was unveiled May 15…
Cedar Rapids officials: Time to move ahead from Hy-Vee First Avenue store closure
Cedar Rapids officials have reiterated their strong and emotional reaction to Hy-Vee’s unexpected decision to…
Hy-Vee closing Cedar Rapids First Ave. store June 23
Hy-Vee will be permanently closing its store at 1556 First Ave. NE in Cedar Rapids…