Community

The Iowa Bandmasters Association chose the Northwest Junior High 8th grade band to play at the association’s annual conference in May in Des Moines. Other Corridor schools picked to play at the conference are the 6th grade band at Boulder Peak Intermediate School in Marion and the Independence High School band.

The Cedar Rapids nonprofit was chosen as one of 5 organizations across the country to receive a total of $150,000.

Available at the Cedar Valley Humane Society

For Josh Sesay, volunteering led to connections with medical staff while also compassionately helping others

The Cedar Rapids Public Library was honored with the Jerry Kline Community Impact Prize to recognize the library’s influence on the community. The prize is awarded to one library in North America each year.

Teacher to speak Feb. 19 at fundraiser in Quasqueton

Iowa City has announced several Black History Month events held this month. The events range from children’s art projects to movie screenings and book club discussions.

Available at the Cedar Valley Humane Society

Foundation of Iowa City school district seeks new executive director

Mark Elias found his purpose in helping create Matthew 25’s Cultivate Hope Corner Store in Cedar Rapids.

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, the Iowa City Downtown District has shopping appointments available to help customers find the best gifts for their loved ones.

Available for adoption at Cedar Rapids Animal Care & Control