small business
Dark fantasy bookstore to open in Cedar Rapids’ Czech Village
A new independent bookstore embracing gothic and “witchy” themes will open Sept. 9 in Czech Village. Sisters Books & Nooks, founded by Jamie Sharar and Sarah Danielson, will focus on romantasy, horror, thrillers, mystery, fantasy, banned books and LGBTQIA+ voices.…
Home improvement company 1-800-HANSONS opens Cedar Rapids location
1-800-HANSONS, a home improvement company with headquarters in Troy, Michigan, has opened a new location…
Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs launches nonprofit leadership program
The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs has selected 11 Iowa arts, culture, history and humanities…
CSPS regains tax exempt status
New Bohemia District arts organization CSPS has been informed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)…
CHOMP terminating delivery services in Cedar Rapids
CHOMP Delivery, a local restaurant delivery service and app, has announced it will be terminating…
Five Iowa businesses awarded at statewide Open 4 Business Pitch Contest
Hardware Hank in Le Mars topped four competitors in the statewide Open 4 Business pitch…
Marion launches innovation and support grant for small businesses
The City of Marion is launching a Business Innovation & Support Grant specifically for small…
Big Grove Brewery opens Des Moines location
Big Grove Brewery has announced its newest brewery and taproom location is scheduled to open…
Marion Economic Development Corporation launches community index
Marion Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO) has released the Marion Community Index for the second quarter…
Goldman Sachs survey: Small business facing unprecedented challenges
Ahead of the largest gathering of small business owners in U.S. history – Goldman Sachs…
South Side Street Foods brings Native American flair to Iowa City
Daniel Velasquez noticed the distinct lack of Native American-inspired food experiences in Iowa City, so…
New Big Grove brewing process to reduce carbon footprint
A $37,000 grant from the city of Iowa City is going toward the purchase of…
Earl’s Chill & Grill opens in Marion
The owners of a new ice cream shop on the north side of Marion say…
Time Capsule Studios opens space in Marion
Time Capsule Studios, a photography studio, opened a new store front location at 119 Marion…
Index: Inflation continues to be small businesses’ No. 1 problem
The NFIB Optimism Index fell 0.1 points in May to 93.1, marking the fifth consecutive…
Ten Iowa City entrepreneurs begin national accelerator program
After a successful first cohort this winter, 10 Iowa City entrepreneurs will enter a national…
