A ribbon cutting Tuesday marked the anticipated reopening of not just a new building, but a new vision for the African American Museum of Iowa as it expands its statewide presence.
Articles Tagged: Cedar Rapids
Local Government Feb. 28, 2024 8:31 am568d ago
In awarding city financial incentives to an unnamed company to build a $576 million data center in the Big Cedar Industrial Center, members of the Cedar Rapids City Council lauded the project -- the city’s largest ever -- as a “historic” milestone for Cedar Rapids.
Restaurants Feb. 27, 2024 3:45 pm568d ago
On the heels of a new distribution center and Cedar Rapids taproom opening, Big Grove Brewery is climbing to new heights thanks to a new THC drink partnership.
Local Government Feb. 26, 2024 8:37 am570d ago
Also, Cedar Rapids to consider development agreement for unnamed company’s data center
News Feb. 26, 2024 7:40 am570d ago
Mary Kay Novak McGrath, the ‘Angel of Czech Village’ in Cedar Rapids, has died at age 69 of pancreatic cancer. McGrath was a “visionary with a heart and soul for Cedar Rapids” who fueled the historic neighborhood’s revitalization.
People & Places Feb. 24, 2024 6:00 am572d ago
After decades as a folk artist, a Czech descendant and Cedar Rapids “Living Iowa Treasure” display’s her life’s work in various mediums at the National Czech and Slovak Museum & Library.
Local Government Feb. 26, 2024 8:31 am570d ago
A “canoe safari,” riverfront walk and more are among proposed features in Cedar Rapids’ Greenway Plan. See what else is inside and how to give feedback before the plan goes to the City Council in the coming months.
Business News Feb. 23, 2024 10:59 am573d ago
The widespread adoption of remote work prompted by COVID-19 persists in the Cedar Rapids metro and continues to disrupt the office market, while industrial activity levels off and multifamily development still sees high demand, according to GLD Commercial’s annual real estate report.
Theater Feb. 22, 2024 6:15 am574d ago
All-male troupe breathes new life into sitcom royalty
Restaurants Feb. 22, 2024 10:02 am574d ago
The legacy of a nostalgic storefront in the Czech Village has come to an end.
By Tara Templeman, - The History Center
History Feb. 20, 2024 5:00 am576d ago
10 chartered buses took people around the city
By Jessica Cline and Rob Cline, - The History Center
History Feb. 20, 2024 5:00 am576d ago
Modern technology delivers historic nuggets
Restaurants Feb. 20, 2024 12:21 pm575d ago
If you need to optimize your time or spending, check out these nine things that made the best impression on us. Then, try them for yourself through Feb. 25.
Local Government Feb. 19, 2024 8:33 am577d ago
Also, Cedar Rapids seeks more feedback on Greenway Parks Plan
Curious Iowa Feb. 19, 2024 12:47 pm576d ago
And what does What Cheer mean? And why is an Iowa town named Jamaica? This week, Curious Iowa digs into the unique stories behind a few of Iowa’s towns and cities.