An updated proposal for renovations to the Duane Banks stadium is headed for the Board of Regents at their April 24 and 25 meeting, according to a blogpost on UI’s website. In October, the athletic department crafted a proposal to improve the stadium by increasing its capacity, improving ADA access and seating, adding premium seating […] The post UI seeks Board of Regents’ approval for updated proposal renovating Duane Banks stadium appeared first on Corridor Business Journal ..read more

Addressing the ongoing shortage of affordable housing in the Cedar Rapids area requires a concerted effort by a variety of entities, a point emphasized repeatedly as community leaders gathered April 19 for an open house and ribbon-cutting for The Heights affordable housing complex in southeast Cedar Rapids. “This project takes collaboration and working with others,” […] The post Leaders laud The Heights as cooperative effort to address affordable housing shortage appeared first on Corridor Business Journal ..read more

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In a bid to expand its IIHR – Hydroscience & Engineering program, the University of Iowa College of Engineering will petition the Board of Regents at its April 24 and 25 meeting to proceed with planning the construction of a new hydroscience research building on the Oakdale campus. According to a UI blog post, the […] The post UI to petition Board of Regents to plan for new hydroscience research building appeared first on Corridor Business Journal ..read more

Statistics say 47% of domestic violence survivors will delay leaving their abusers if they cannot take their pet with them, but a Johnson County domestic violence center is working to change that. Last Friday, the Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) began construction for new pet housing to accommodate shelter residents’ pets. The renovation project is […] The post Pet-friendly Johnson County domestic violence shelter expanding appeared first on Corridor Business Journal ..read more

Two University of Iowa students struggling for air time on DITV, the UI’s student-run television network, experienced a wake-up call of sorts: why not start their own show? Jackson Kalmar and Nataliya Oliynyk launched Wake Up Iowa City in February, a lifestyle show geared for the college-aged crowd that promotes local events and features a […] The post Wake up call: UI students create hit lifestyle show after struggling for airtime appeared first on Corridor Business Journal ..read more

Trees Forever has announced the appointment of Michelle Beisker as Chief Executive Officer, following an extensive search. Ms. Beisker succeeds interim CEO Debra Powers, who will remain with Trees Forever to help with the transition. According to a Trees Forever release, Ms. Beisker brings extensive not-for-profit and for-profit experience to the role, most recently serving […] The post Michelle Beisker named new Trees Forever CEO appeared first on Corridor Business Journal ..read more

The Hiawatha Economic Development Corporation (HEDCO) hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony April 18 to welcome Blue Lagoon Pool and Spa to the Hiawatha business community. The business will hold their grand opening Saturday, April 27. Blue Lagoon bought the building at 1200 North Center Point Road in Hiawatha, and will occupy their newly remodeled space in […] The post Blue Lagoon Pool and Spa celebrates move to Hiawatha appeared first on Corridor Business Journal ..read more

The Linn County Planning & Zoning Commission will hear proposed ordinance amendments for utility-scale wind projects in Linn County during its meeting May 20. There will be opportunities for public comment during this meeting. At the meeting, the Planning & Zoning Commission will make a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors regarding the proposed ordinance […] The post Linn County seeks feedback on utility-scale wind ordinance updates appeared first on Corridor Business Journal ..read more

The Dupaco Foundation has announced the launch of its annual nonprofit grant program. The competitive grant program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations whose mission or programs directly further one of Dupaco Foundation’s three community pillars: Affordable housing and homeownership Upskilling and reskilling Small business development “The Foundation accelerates the mission of Dupaco Credit Union […] The post Dupaco Foundation to award $250,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations appeared first on Corridor Business Journal ..read more