Cedar Rapids
U.S. Bank building sale offers challenging, exciting opportunity
The sale of the former U.S. Bank building in downtown Cedar Rapids, and its associated properties, is an exciting but challenging opportunity – for the right developer, according to the property’s owner. “This property is really prime for redevelopment,” said…
Ribbon-cutting Thursday for new Collins Community Credit Union branch in Cedar Rapids
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for Collins Community Credit Union’s (CCCU) new First Avenue branch in Cedar…
First Avenue Wine House closing; fires hit Dairy Queen, Shuey’s
After nearly 20 years in business, the First Avenue Wine House will be closing later…
Alliant Energy awards innovation scholarships to students
A Cedar Rapids teenager is one of 25 students in Iowa and Wisconsin receiving $1,000…
Capo Italian Beef opens inside NewBo City Market
A new restaurant featuring Italian beef and other Italian-inspired dishes is now open inside the…
Iowa DOT announces $28.3 million grant for the Eastern Iowa Airport
The Iowa Department of Transportation has announced $100 million in grant awards for Iowa commercial…
Despite two-year moratorium, developers unveil plans for Cedar Rapids casino complex
While acknowledging the likelihood that a two-year moratorium on new casino licenses will be enacted,…
Cedar Rapids conference speaker: Economic growth rooted locally
As a native of the Chicago suburb of Matteson, Illinois, Dr. Keith Taylor said it…
Affordable housing crisis: Limited options among issues facing low-income families
The cost of limited affordable housing has dramatically outpaced wages, and local families cannot keep…
Stanley Black & Decker acquires MSUITE
MSUITE, a Cedar Rapids-based construction technology startup, was acquired by Stanley Black & Decker, a…
Hy-Vee, Worley plan new warehouse facilities in Cedar Rapids
The Cedar Rapids City Council on Tuesday unanimously authorized city financial incentives for two new…
National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championship coming to Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids and the Alliant Energy PowerHouse will host the 2023-2025 National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling…
Raptors FC launching indoor soccer teams in Cedar Rapids
Professional indoor soccer is returning to Cedar Rapids. Officials with the Iowa Raptors FC and…
Cedar Rapids cyclists ride 3,000+ miles for Alzheimer’s Association’s The Longest Day
Team Biking to Remember, a group from Cedar Rapids, rode more than 3,000 miles on…
Buff City Soap to open second Cedar Rapids location Thursday
Buff City Soap, a handmade retail franchise known for its plant-based soap and body products…
New McDonald’s coming to former bank site along First Avenue near Lindale Mall
Construction is under way on a new McDonald’s restaurant at the former site of a…
