International Paper’s Cedar River Mill plant at 4600 C St. SW — the largest 100 percent recycled paper mill in the Americas — broke ground Monday on its expansion project to generate an alternate steam supply and transition off coal-powered steam.
Also, Cedar Rapids adopts zoning changes that support reforestation to encourage more trees to be planted to replace the thousands lost in the 2020 derecho’s winds.
City Hall is looking to carve out a greater role in attracting new businesses and workers to Cedar Rapids while supporting those already here.
Mayor Tiffany O’Donnell will deliver her second State of the City address next week outlining the 2022 accomplishments and 2023 goals of Iowa’s second-largest city. Here’s how to attend.
Another eight Cedar Rapids parks are slated to be revamped with community garden plots over the coming years as a step toward expanding access to healthy food and advancing climate action across the city.
Linn County is seeking feedback by May 5 on committees’ work to review county code governing utility-scale solar projects before the Board of Supervisors considers any potential new solar applications.
Cedar Rapids is planning to launch a pilot program later this year to help redevelop vacant properties that city officials say “have fallen through the cracks of a lot of different systems,” posing threats to residents’ health and safety.
The “Building North Liberty’s Next Stage” campaign has a goal of raising $1 million from the community to push forward plans that would transform Centennial Park into a regional attraction and venue. The project is estimated to cost $16 million.
Also, you’re invited to help pick up litter today in C.R.
As Iowa grapples with aging housing stock and a housing shortage, Iowa City’s South District program is among the endeavors cities and the state are undertaking to keep older residential units in good shape.
It is one of three Iowa cities to win award
The Marion City Council voted Thursday to adopt an ordinance that will add language to city code allowing for the installation of Automated Traffic Enforcement cameras at certain intersections in the city.
Guillermo Morales spoke with The Gazette about his career experience, time in Iowa and what he is looking forward to most in his new role with Johnson County.
After public officials witnessed possible underage labor and safety hazards last week at the construction site of Cedar Rapids’ $49 million Banjo Block development, state officials are assessing whether the findings jeopardize millions in tax incentives awarded to the project.
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