pandemic
Heartland Express CEO shares trucking industry insight in wake of COVID-19 pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, every industry experienced the impact of a suddenly fluctuating economy. For some, the lockdown plunged businesses into jeopardy. For others, factors like the rise of online shopping led to immense growth, but also immense changes. Mike…
Linn County hosts public forum Thursday to discuss ARPA
Linn County will hold its final public engagement forum for the American Rescue Plan Act…
Mercy Cedar Rapids adjusts visitor policies and safety measures
Mercy Cedar Rapids has adjusted its safety measures and visitor guidelines as COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations…
Number of unfilled jobs stays elevated during worker shortage crisis
The biggest issue facing the economy this summer is a shortage of workers returning to…
In-person or remote? How to answer the question
Offices and meetings are not the only thing that moved online during the pandemic. So…
The Great Resignation – concern or catalyst?
Imagine if 25% of your workforce quit tomorrow. Labor statistics and numerous surveys point to…
Trucking industry’s bumpy road
You’ve likely noticed that delivery of many consumer and business materials is taking much longer…
In-person payments no longer taken at Cedar Rapids city buildings
Following the success of residents moving to alternate payment methods while city buildings have been…
Progress and possible pain
For Esther George, president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, the…
Casey’s earnings point to greater fuel consumption, travel
Vehicle fuel consumption in Middle America is on the rise, a sign people are comfortable…
More work, fewer hands
It’s no secret that employers have struggled with workforce issues over the past year –…
Survey: Americans happy with pandemic home purchases
Despite the frenzied nature of today’s housing market, prompting conversations about buyer’s remorse, more than…
Trucking continues to deliver
By Brenda Neville | Guest Column One year ago, our lives changed forever when we…
Sobering statistics
CBJ Editorial We were disappointed, but not surprised, that about 12% of Iowa small and…
An unprecedented stretch of news
By Joe Coffey | The Fifth Estate With all due respect to the generations of…
Pandemic threatens hard-fought gains, but offers hope for change
When it comes to women in the workplace, it’s the best of times. And it’s…
