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The Iowa City Downtown District’s Holiday Kids' Market will return for its fifth season Nov. 4-26.

ICDD Holiday Kids’ Market returns for fifth season

The Iowa City Downtown District’s Holiday Kids’ Market will return for its fifth season Nov. 4-26, with an extended schedule that includes three no-school days. The market, sponsored by GreenState Credit Union, allows children to shop for gifts while following…

Iowa City organizations launch Underestimated Small Business Grants

Greater Iowa City, Inc., in partnership with the Community Foundation of Johnson County and South…

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Real Success with Nate Kaeding: Sam Gelman, The Webster

Sam Gelman is the co-owner of The Webster and The Paper Crane, two restaurants in…

Riene Gelman (left), Sam Gelman (middle), Edwin Lee (right), are the team behind Paper Crane Ramen Shop & Cocktail Lounge. CREDIT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

Home-based Stay Cozy thrives on curiosity, creativity

“Some of the things I do don’t always make business sense,” said Jessica Bass, whose…

Jessica Bass poses with her unique hand-crocheted creations.

Real Success with Nate Kaeding: Ryan Miller with Farmer’s Hen House

Ryan Miller is the co-owner and president of Farmer’s Hen House, the Kalona-based company providing…

Farmer’s Hen House, Ryan Miller

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

SBA approves loans to seven Iowa Corridor small businesses in September

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has released its monthly loan approval figures in Iowa…

U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loans Iowa

Empowered Solutions Collective launches with focus on equity

Sarah Blais and Tamara Marcus have combined their varied backgrounds to address equity, social justice,…

Tamara Marcus and Sarah Blais pose for a portrait.

Applications due Nov. 6 for Iowa City’s Targeted Small Business grants

Iowa City has introduced a new grant initiative aimed at supporting local entrepreneurs and small…

Johnson County employees to participate in nationwide “Great Apple Crunch” event

Johnson County employees will join a nationwide celebration of local food sourcing on Wednesday, Oct.…

A Honeycrisp apple from Buffalo Ridge Orchards in Central City rests in someone's hand.

Real Success with Nate Kaeding: Bob Brown with Modern

Bob Brown is the chief executive officer of Modern Companies, the full-service mechanical contractor that…

Bob Brown stands in his office at Modern Companies

The Webster team to open ramen shop in downtown Iowa City

A new ramen shop and cocktail lounge is opening in downtown Iowa City this October.…

Riene Gelman (left), Sam Gelman (middle), Edwin Lee (right), are the team behind Paper Crane Ramen Shop & Cocktail Lounge. CREDIT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

Chrome Horse is closing in September

Chrome Horse Saloon, a long-time establishment in Cedar Rapids’ NewBo area, has announced its upcoming…

Chrome Horse, Cedar Rapids.

Lubben Vineyards & Wines celebrates opening of new winery

The town of Anamosa is Grant Wood country, and the rolling hills made famous by…

Dan and Judy Lubben, along with ambassadors from the Marion Chamber of Commerce, celebrate the opening of the new location of Lubben Vineyards & Wines on Sept. 12 in Anamosa.

Dubuque Street businesses anticipate recovery as construction ends and students return

As the South Dubuque Street reconstruction project in Iowa City nears completion, business owners along…

The section of South Dubuque Street, between Iowa Avenue and Washington Street, is open once more to foot and vehicle traffic.

Dutch Market draws crowds at Washington grand opening

Washington’s newest Dutch Market saw a significant turnout on Aug. 17 as the community gathered…

Crowds gather for the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Dutch Market in Washington.