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Iowa City opens applications for climate action grants

Iowa City is accepting applications for its Climate Action Grant program, offering nonprofits and businesses up to $10,000 to fund community-led environmental initiatives. The program is designed to “empower Iowa City nonprofit organizations, businesses, and groups to take climate action,”…

Iowa City, Coralville startups secure state funding for medical device, agriculture innovation

Three Iowa City and Coralville startups received state funding through the Iowa Economic Development Authority…

Iowa Economic Development Authority

UI student, entrepreneur Dasia Taylor showcases NERD STEM Box on Good Morning America

A University of Iowa student and entrepreneur appeared Wednesday on ABC’s “Good Morning America,” showcasing…

Good Morning America host Michael Strahan and Dasia Taylor.

SBA accepting nominations for 2026 Small Business Week Awards

The U.S. Small Business Administration has opened nominations for the 2026 National Small Business Week…

The Potters’ Obsession marks 25 years with summer celebration

The Potters’ Obsession, a paint-it-yourself pottery studio, will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a four-day…

A wall-length shelving unit teems with pottery waiting to be painted at The Potter's Obsession, 1941 51st St. NE Cedar Rapids.

Cedar Witch Goods wins year of free rent at NewBo City Market

NewBo City Market has announced Cedar Witch Goods as the recipient of the 2024 Emerging…

Owned by Katie Adams, Cedar Witch Goods stood out among six entrepreneurs competing for the opportunity to become the next shopkeeper at NewBo City Market.