Articles Tagged: Cedar Rapids

Also, work planned on 35th Street NE in Cedar Rapids

In a world that has become increasingly disconnected in real life, Wyzr Friends hopes to decrease social isolation among those in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond.

Kyle Ugarph started KJ Haul Away in 2021

Raging Ryno’s, opened near Coe College in Cedar Rapids, exhibits its managing partner’s personality in a way few restaurants do.

Cedar Rapids mansion mansion offers self-guided explorations during holiday season.

A new restaurant has opened in the brick building previously home to Fong’s Pizza in the New Bohemia neighborhood.

Only a year after it opened, Dash’s third attempt to expand will close on Christmas Eve.

Cedar Rapids City Manager Jeff Pomeranz received a 4 percent pay increase this week to $379,475. “I think the citizens of Cedar Rapids have a tremendous value in having probably one of the best city managers in the country in our city,” said council member Scott Overland, chair of the council’s Finance and Administrative Services Committee.

Cedar Rapids envisions transforming downtown into a mixed-use district with expanded residential and retail offerings. But in the near future, it’s unlikely the skywalk system will shift from its focus of serving the downtown workforce.

Michaels, the North American arts and crafts chain, will soon open a location at the Westdale Town Center in southwest Cedar Rapids. Westdale Mall’s redevelopment is nearing completion with only three restaurant and five retail locations remaining.

Jennifar Bassett, a Cedar Rapids native, has been hired as the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance’s Downtown District program manager.

Also, Linn County awards funds to reduce lead hazards

Marion couple take on role of Santa and Mrs. Claus during holidays

State coalition brings new focus amid anti-LGBTQ legislation

Despite earning the crowning jewel on Chef Mon Sayasit’s prestigious awards, there’s no rarefied air around him. With a reach far beyond his own kitchen, Iowa’s Chef of the Year for 2023 manages remarkable influence with humble groundings.