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David Hamod Iowa International Impact Award

NUSACC’S David Hamod receives International Impact Award from University of Iowa

David Hamod, president and CEO of the National U.S.-Arab Chamber of Commerce, recently received the University of Iowa’s International Impact Award at a ceremony in Iowa City. The award recognizes Mr. Hamod’s work in diplomacy and promoting cultural understanding throughout…

Local partnerships celebrate Alburnett student’s milestone achievement in apprenticeship program

Alburnett Community School District, Grant Wood Area Education Agency, and Kirkwood Community College recently marked…

Joe Lock receives Dr. Bery Engebretsen Visionary Award

Joe Lock, president and CEO of the Eastern Iowa Health Center (EIHC), was honored with…

Joe Lock Visionary Award

TentCraft acquires Marion-based World Class Displays

TentCraft, a manufacturer of custom tents, structures, and event solutions, has announced its acquisition of…

World Class Displays

Can AI detect abuse? These UI professors say it can

Two University of Iowa professors are teaming up to harness AI for the use of…

A person places their hand on an elderly man's arm.

Iowa Brewers Guild announces winners of ‘Iowa Ambassador of Craft’ awards

The Iowa Brewers Guild (IBG) has announced the winners of the inaugural Iowa Ambassador of…

Iowa Brewers Guild

Van Meter appointed as authorized Rockwell Automation distributor

Cedar Rapids-based Van Meter Inc. has announced that they are the newly-authorized Rockwell Automation distributor…

Van Meter

Forum for veterans, caregivers to be held at DeWolf Innovation Center Nov. 21

The Chris & Suzy DeWolf Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia, in collaboration with the…

DeWulf dementia innovation center

New restaurant planned for historic Iowa River Power Building

The historic Iowa River Power building will once more be filled with diners and the…

The Iowa River Power building, 501 First Ave. in Coralville, pictured Oct. 30. The building was bough last month by Old Gold, LLC, a company with an Illinois address. CREDIT ANNIE SMITH BARKALOW

UnityPoint Health – Jones Regional Medical Center expanding MRI services

UnityPoint Health – Jones Regional Medical Center in Anamosa is expanding its imaging services with…

UnityPoint Health Jones Regional Medical Center

Taco Gato in downtown Cedar Rapids closing

Taco Gato, a downtown Cedar Rapids restaurant that’s become known for its innovative take on…

Taco Gato Cedar Rapids

University of Iowa moves forward with purchase of Old Capitol Town Center

The University of Iowa is moving forward with the full acquisition of the Old Capitol…

Exterior of the Old Capitol Town Center.

Regent Universities continue process of eliminating DEI departments

Iowa Regent universities are making progress in complying with Senate File 2435, which mandates the…

Regent executive director Mark Braun (left) and president Sherry Bates at the Boardb of regents meeting Nov. 7, held on the University of Northern Iowa campus.

Marion Chamber touts accomplishments at annual meeting

As Chris Wheeler recapped his term as 2024 Marion Chamber of Commerce board chair during…

Chris Wheeler Point Builders Marion Chamber annual meeting

Lion Bridge Brewing launches MoonDream THC beverage brand

Lion Bridge Brewing has announced the launch of MoonDream, a line of THC-infused sparkling waters.…

MoonDream THC beverages. CREDIT MOONDREAM

University of Iowa seeks $80 million in capital improvement projects at Board of Regents meeting

The University of Iowa received approval from the Iowa Board of Regents Nov. 6 for…

Aerial footage of Hubbard Park and the University of Iowa Art Building. The facility, empty since the 2008 flood, is set for a $37 million renovation.