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African American Museum of Iowa names Anne Harris Carter as new executive director
The African American Museum of Iowa, in Cedar Rapids, has selected Anne Harris Carter as its new executive director. Ms. Carter will begin the role May 26, according to a news release. Ms. Carter brings a background spanning government, regulated…
North Liberty Community Pantry schedules Stone Soup Supper for Jan. 26
The North Liberty Community Pantry will host its 17th annual Stone Soup Supper from 5…
Washington Economic Development Group taps Bimson as next executive director
The Washington Economic Development Group board of directors has selected Melanie Bimson to succeed Executive…
Anonymous $2M gift enables Cedar Rapids senior center construction
An anonymous donor has contributed $2 million toward Horizons’ planned Center for Older Adults, bringing…
DVIP/RVAP Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Crisis Services seeks holiday donations
DVIP/RVAP Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Crisis Services’ annual Holiday Store will provide free gifts…
Benefit concert at Iowa City brewery to support Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity home repair program
Iowa City rock band HomeBrewed, in collaboration with Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity, will host…
Girls Who Code students showcase holiday light displays across NewBo
Middle and high school students will unveil interactive light displays they designed and coded through…
UFG Foundation awards $212,500 to 25 nonprofit organizations
The UFG Foundation has awarded $212,500 to 25 nonprofit organizations across five states in its…
New leaders announced at Johnson County Agricultural Association’s annual meeting
The Johnson County Agricultural Association elected new leadership during its annual meeting this week. The…
Junior Achievement honors four business leaders at Cedar Valley Hall of Fame ceremony
Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa honored four business leaders at its 31st annual Cedar Valley…
Courtney Ball named Matthew 25 executive director
Courtney Ball has officially been named the executive director of Matthew 25, the organization announced…
Alzheimer’s Association expands caregiver support programs
To honor the nearly 12 million unpaid Alzheimer and dementia caregivers in the U.S. during…
National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library earns international heritage preservation award
The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library earned international recognition for preserving cultural identity…
African American Museum of Iowa to open exhibit on Black farming history
The African American Museum of Iowa will open a new exhibit Oct. 17 exploring the…
Iowa Children’s Museum to host first adults-only night
The Iowa Children’s Museum will host its first adults-only event Nov. 14, offering visitors 21…
Nearly 700 participate in Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Cedar Rapids
Nearly 700 residents joined the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sept. 20 at Kingston Yard,…
