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Maverik outlines transition plans for Kum & Go locations in Corridor

Maverik has outlined its transition plans for the stores it purchased as part of its acquisition of Kum & Go in August 2023. In addition, an online search of Iowa lottery retailer records reveals that three former Kum & Go…

Oasis Falafel celebrates 20th anniversary

20 years ago, Naftaly Stramer and Ofer Sivan came together to create what would eventually…

Iowa City Council considers lower parking rates, new permits

The Iowa City Council is exploring proposals to reduce downtown parking meter rates and create…

The city of Iowa City is considering an ordinance that would reduce downtown parking rates and establish an evening/weekend parking permit.

Iowa City opens proposals for 21 S. Linn St. redevelopment

The City of Iowa City has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the redevelopment…

Acapulco Mexican Bakery finds success, seeks to open third location

Alejandro Garcia Gonzalez owns and runs Iowa City’s Acapulco Mexican Bakery, which is just one…

UCS Healthcare opens new medication-assisted treatment office in Iowa City

UCS Healthcare has announced the expansion of its medication-assisted treatment (MAT) services in Iowa.  The…

New Raising Cane’s opens in downtown Iowa City

A crowd of over 50 people gathered to celebrate the opening of Iowa City’s first…

The Downtown Dish: Coaching culture with Jan Jensen, UI Women’s Basketball coach

On today’s episode: Anna and Charlie sit down for an exciting conversation with University of…

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UI Health Care reaches halfway point on Emergency Department expansion

The University of Iowa Health Care Emergency Department, one of the busiest in the state,…

Johnson County adds first fully electric bus to SEATS fleet

The Johnson County SEATS department  — which provides rides to older citizens, people with disabilities,…

Iowa City Council debates new ordinances to limit tobacco retailers

The Iowa City council continues to debate methods of discouraging tobacco and vape shops from…

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Steindler Orthopedic opens new location in Cedar Rapids

Steindler Orthopedic Clinic has opened a new location in Cedar Rapids – its first clinic…

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Collins Aerospace awards NewBoCo $100,000 grant to support STEM programs

The New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo) announced on Tuesday that the organization has been awarded…

Young participants work with LEGO-based projects during a CoderDojo held at Wellington Heights Community Church in Cedar Rapids in February. Cedar Rapids-based NewBoCo has been offering a number of learning opportunities, including CoderDojos and Code 101s, in public spaces throughout the community in an effort to make them more accessible. CREDIT NEWBOCO

Greater Iowa City, Johnson County nonprofits launch new Board Leadership Program

Greater Iowa City, the Community Foundation of Johnson County, and United Way of Johnson &…

The Greater Iowa City, Inc. blue banner displays its new logo.

Regionalism holds key to economic development, Corridor leaders say

On July 25 local business leaders gathered at the Hotel at Kirkwood for the Corridor…

Aspen and John Lohman accept a celebratory trophy at the CBJ's Future of the Corridor event, July 26, 2024. The event celebrated the CBJ's 20th anniversary and featured talks on the region's future.

Iowa City Downtown District to host ‘Scoop the Loop’ retail event

The Iowa City Downtown District (ICDD) is set to host a new summer-themed retail event…