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MidAmerican Energy looks to purchase 20 acres in Iowa City’s industrial campus
MidAmerican Energy is seeking to purchase approximately 20 acres of land in Iowa City’s industrial campus region. At its meeting Tuesday, the Iowa City council will consider a resolution to set a public hearing for Oct. 21, approving a purchase…
Iowa City Council considers proposals for 21 S. Linn St.
The Iowa City Council considered three proposals for the development of a key downtown property…

Battery-powered passenger rail line in Johnson County on hold
A concept that would utilize the CRANDIC rail line for a battery-powered passenger rail between…

The Downtown Dish with Betsy Potter
On Today’s Episode: Anna and Charlie are joined by Betsy Potter, executive director of the…

Iowa City nonprofit Stories Project eyes downtown lot for storytelling museum
An Iowa City nonprofit is reviving a long-standing vision to create a destination to celebrate…

New owners take the helm at Colonial Lanes
Colonial Lanes, a long-standing bowling center and cherished Iowa City institution for decades, is under…

Iowa City Council says ‘yes’ to rezoning ACT campus
A plan to rezone approximately 48.6 acres of the ACT campus in Iowa City can…

The Wedge Pizzeria moves back to downtown Iowa City
The Wedge Pizzeria, which originally opened in 1999, has announced its return to downtown Iowa…

UI Health Care secures $252.6 million bond for hospital projects amid market volatility
At its meeting Wednesday, the Iowa Board of Regents approved a resolution authorizing the issuance…

Oaknoll announces nursing home expansion in Iowa City
Oaknoll has announced a new nursing home expansion project in Iowa City, featuring sustainable design…

Better Together 2030 to celebrate Excellence in Action Awards this month
Better Together 2030 (BT2030) will be celebrating the progress of the All In Vision Plan…

Iowa City opens applications for 2025 Public Art Matching Grant Program
Iowa City’s Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC) is ramping up efforts to spark creativity and…

Iowa City VA expands to meet rising demand for women veterans’ care
The Iowa City VA Health Care System (ICVAHCS) is expanding its main campus hospital to…

Iowa City OKs first reading to rezone ACT campus
Nearly eight months after ACT, Inc.’s announcement to sell its campus property to Iceberg Development Group,…

Sanctuary Pub, Which Wich in Iowa City closed for business
Sanctuary Pub, a favorite English-inspired watering hole in Iowa City since 1972, has closed its…

Wilson’s Orchard announces restaurant closure
Iowa City-based Wilson’s Orchard & Farm will be closing its restaurant and converting the upper…






