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University of Iowa’s International Writing Program director to step down
Christopher Merrill, longtime director of the University of Iowa’s International Writing Program (IWP), will step down at the end of the year after 25 years leading the globally recognized literary exchange program. “I’m very proud of the role IWP has…
IOWA 500: Meet Angela Walker Franklin, president of Des Moines University
This profile was originally published in the Corridor Media Group’s inaugural IOWA 500 magazine, which features…
Hills Bank & Trust in Kalona named Top Beginning Farmer Lending Institution
The Iowa Finance Authority has recognized two key players in Iowa’s agricultural lending community for…
Iowa Donor Network CEO Suzanne Conrad announces retirement
After nearly three decades serving as CEO of Iowa Donor Network, Suzanne Conrad plans to…
Field to Family ‘looking at a different reality’ after USDA funding cuts
Local food nonprofit Field to Family says the sudden loss of funding from the USDA’s…
Tippie study: Bruh, using slang to vibe with consumers doesn’t slap
Brands that use contemporary slang in their marketing to connect with younger consumers usually just…
UScellular to cut 232 positions in Corridor, nearly 500 positions in Iowa
Wireless phone service provider UScellular will cut 232 positions in the Corridor and nearly 500…
Kirkwood, IowaWORKS announce Cedar Rapids workforce services partnership
Kirkwood Community College and IowaWORKS have formed a new partnership to improve the availability and…
Wright House of Fashion launches Iowa’s first graphic design apprenticeship program
Scroll through the list of apprenticeships on Iowa Workforce Development’s website and you’ll find a…
Fareway to sell lottery tickets at check out lanes — a first in Iowa
Fareway Stores across Iowa are rolling out a new option for customers to purchase Powerball…
NFIB: New poll shows strong support for 20% small business tax deduction
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) says a new poll released by the organization…
Collins Aerospace joins Digital Alliance for Aviation
Collins Aerospace has joined the Digital Alliance for Aviation – an initiative led by Airbus…
UScellular to lay off 4,100 employees in June
Wireless phone provider UScellular plans to lay off an estimated 4,100 workers nationwide as part…
Women’s apparel store Textiles closing following owner’s retirement
After more than three decades as a fixture of downtown Iowa City’s retail landscape, Textiles…
Iowa Leading Indicators Index up slightly in January
The Iowa Leading Indicators Index (ILII) increased to 106.6 in January 2025 from 106.3 in…
Radix Recovery will address all phases of substance abuse recovery
For executive director Jacob Christenson, the launch of Radix Recovery, the Corridor’s newest substance abuse…
