After state and local public officials in April reported safety and potential child labor violations at the mixed-use “Banjo Block” project downtown, the city this summer implemented new language in its standardized development agreement.
Articles Tagged: Cedar Rapids
Restaurants Oct. 19, 2023 10:45 am799d ago
Cafe Allez, with a bakery and espresso bar inspired by the Tour de France and European travels, will occupy the spot that was previously home to
Restaurants Oct. 19, 2023 3:26 am799d ago
A new breakfast spot has opened in southwest Cedar Rapids.
By Molly Rossiter, - correspondent
Business News Oct. 18, 2023 4:32 pm800d ago
Van Meter Inc. emphasizes same values in Cedar Rapids
Community Oct. 17, 2023 2:31 pm801d ago
Jim Miller, a Cedar Rapids native who has held numerous roles leading community organizations, has been tapped to serve as the next executive director of The District: Czech Village and New Bohemia, succeeding Monica Vernon.
Local Government Jan. 31, 2024 10:45 am695d ago
With homelessness on the rise and Cedar Rapids residents being in need of more affordable housing, here’s what candidates seeking Cedar Rapids City Council seats in Nov. 7 local elections had to say about improving housing access.
Local Government Oct. 16, 2023 5:30 am802d ago
It’s “encouraging” Iowa lawmakers cut Iowans’ property taxes, Mayor Tiffany O’Donnell said on Iowa Press Friday, but the resulting revenue reduction to the city could mean the city scales back spending.
Local Government Oct. 16, 2023 5:00 am802d ago
Also, Brown NationaLease facility, which has a location in North Liberty, coming to Cedar Rapids
Agriculture Oct. 17, 2023 3:12 pm801d ago
About 25 years after it closed, Kazimour Farm & Orchard is revitalizing the land with a new purpose.
Althea Cole
Staff Columnists Oct. 15, 2023 5:00 am803d ago
In early September, I came across a copy of an email received by a resident of the Cedar Rapids Community …
People & Places Oct. 15, 2023 7:33 pm802d ago
Cedar Rapids veteran Sarah Lamp, who served in the Air Force for 15 years, is featured in a new 2024 calendar that raises funds for veterans across the country.
Business News Oct. 13, 2023 4:59 pm805d ago
Cedar Rapids area development professionals said employers have to explore new strategies to keep construction moving. That includes new incentives to attract and retain workers, as well as being more open to finding legal pathways for immigrants to work.
Environmental News Oct. 13, 2023 3:45 pm805d ago
Five Eastern Iowa counties — including Linn and Johnson — are teaming up to use $2 million in federal money to create a climate action plan for the region.
Crime & Courts Oct. 13, 2023 2:23 pm805d ago
A Cedar Rapids man has been charged with murder in relation to the shooting death of another man Thursday night.
Health & Wellness Oct. 13, 2023 6:30 am805d ago
A $300,000 grant will support the nonprofit Cultivate Hope Corner Store operated by Matthew 25, fueling its mission of offering healthy food in a Cedar Rapids neighborhood where affordable, nutritious food options were scarce.

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