Iowa City Public Works Director Ron Knoche has worked in the city’s public works department for 25 years. This year he was named one of the national top ten public works leaders of the year by the American Public Works Association.
Johnson County Auditor Travis Weipert said there have been election workers who have decided not to return to the practice amid increased scrutiny.
Cedar Rapids couple started business in 2015, now have 32 employees
Alt-rockers turned more introspective with latest album, “Mantras”
Musical captures community, compassion extended to flights diverted to Newfoundland after 9/11 attacks.
The street, in the heart of downtown Iowa City, has been under construction since March 11. The work is expected to continue until September, affecting foot traffic to the businesses along the street and interfering with some downtown summer event plans.
Several commercial corridors in neighborhoods around Cedar Rapids have seen a growing concentration of alcohol and tobacco shops, prompting the City Council to OK more regulatory hurdles for businesses looking to set up shop in the increasingly residential city core.
Played by all ages, pickleball is particularly popular in school physical education programs and in adult living communities.
Several pools, pads open for Memorial Day weekend, the rest soon after
The increased rates will help fund parking repair and cleaning costs as well as the city’s fare-free transit program, according to city officials.
The new design, which will cost more than initial estimates, features a free form activity pool attached to a lap pool, and a separate deeper pool with low and high diving boards.
Time to head out for E. Iowa music, festivals and fundraisers
Minneapolis-based artist names band after Wisconsin village
Your guide to summer festival fare, grandstands, neighborhood concerts and more
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