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Young Professional Recruitment and Retention Keeps Talent Local
Clarissa Koch | Jul 30, 2020
Even with an ever-shifting job environment, the importance of continuing to build a pipeline of young talent remains vitally im… Read More
Destination Attraction Project Forges Ahead at First & First West Development Site
Economic Alliance | Jul 30, 2020
Word that developers are ready to forge ahead with grand plans for a signature site in Downtown Cedar Rapids comes at an import… Read More
ConnectCR Achieves Funding, Moves Forward in Planning Stages
Economic Alliance | Jul 30, 2020
ConnectCR announced it surpassed a $7 million private fundraising effort in just 19 months. The project will combine the privat… Read More
Beautification in All Districts for a Clean and Inviting Cedar Rapids
Economic Alliance | Jul 30, 2020
Summer is here, and we’re all anxious to get outside and take it in! From taking a spin on a Veo e-bike or e-scooter to checkin… Read More
Drive-Thru Downtown Farmers Market Format Extended to Remainder of Season
Economic Alliance | Jul 30, 2020
The Cedar Rapids Downtown Farmers Market, presented by Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust, will be a drive-thru format for the remainder… Read More
Congress Must Act to Permanently Protect Dreamers
Economic Alliance | Jul 30, 2020
On June 18, the Supreme Court struck down the Trump Administration’s attempt to scrap the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival… Read More
Unprecedented Legislative Session Comes to a Close
Economic Alliance | Jul 30, 2020
After what was a coronavirus-interrupted session that lasted well beyond a normal session, the Iowa legislature brought a close … Read More
Lets Champion and Protect Local Businesses and Arts & Cultural Amenities!
Economic Alliance | Jul 30, 2020
A new initiative to champion a local-first mindset - Rally C.A.P. (Champion and Protect) launched last month encouraging the co… Read More
MedQuarter Aims to Become First 'COVID-Conscious' District in the Country
Economic Alliance | Jul 30, 2020
The MedQuarter Regional Medical District has joined forces with Mask of Wellness to encourage businesses in the District to fol… Read More