Tag: economy
Local professors address supply chain’s ‘perfect storm’
Depending on your perspective, the phrase “supply chain” is among the global economy’s most pressing concerns, an oft-repeated phrase to summarize a variety of...
Reynolds announces plans to invest in water infrastructure, quality
Gov. Kim Reynolds announced Dec. 8 a $100 million investment in water infrastructure and water quality efforts for the State of Iowa.
Through a new...
Iowa Leading Indicators Index gained momentum in October
The Iowa Leading Indicators Index (ILII) regained some momentum in October, according to the recently released Iowa Leading Indicators Index October 2021 Report.
The report,...
Thank you, Iowa
The U.S. Small Business Administration has been on the front lines leading Iowa’s economic recovery the past two years. As we enter the final...
Pappajohn’s amazing legacy
We continue to believe that entrepreneurialism should be the primary economic development strategy for the Corridor region and the state of Iowa. Of course,...
Poll shows small businesses more cautious
The Q3 2021 MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index (SBI) finds that small business owners are increasingly cautious when it comes to plans...
Employers’ vaccine mandate unwise
We agree with President Joe Biden that nearly all Americans should get the COVID-19 vaccine. However, until that happens, or until we develop herd...
Linn County hosts public forum Thursday to discuss ARPA
Linn County will hold its final public engagement forum for the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) on Thursday from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Lynn...