'Behind the A ball': UAW workers picket longtime Cedar Rapids packaging plant over pay
Pactiv Evergreen employees say wages and benefits have lagged market rates for years; parent company Novolex has not responded publicly.
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1 minBy Devin Marsh
Ingredion breaks ground on $50 million Cedar Rapids expansion
The specialty starch project adds a flash dryer, 200,000 contractor hours and up to 50% more corn processing at the southwest side plant.
Culver's Garden Center in Marion expanding into events space
The new 300-capacity indoor venue will host weddings and corporate events starting in summer 2027.
Collins Road Biaggi's shuts down, offering gift card refunds
The 25-year-old Cedar Rapids Italian restaurant closed on June 29 without giving a public reason.
Biaggi's closes Cedar Rapids restaurant after 25 years on Collins Road
The Italian chain announced the permanent shutdown Monday via Facebook without giving a reason, leaving gift card holders and employees in limbo.
New upscale sports concept moves into First Avenue corridor
Victory Social Club brings tableside service and a community-focused atmosphere to a vacant Cedar Rapids restaurant space.
Cedar Crossing Casino developers to announce new opening date July 30 at NewBo City Market
Mayor Tiffany O'Donnell will join Peninsula Pacific Entertainment for a public event revealing the revised timeline and entertainment lineup for the $275 million project.
Mount Vernon Road's final full closure this weekend caps years of disruption for Cedar Rapids businesses
Contractor's early progress means the 20th-to-26th Street segment won't need another complete shutdown, but owners say the damage to daily trade is already done.
Iowa housing market gains strength in June with rising listings
Statewide data shows increases in active inventory, closed sales, and median prices heading into the summer season.
Cedar Ridge Distillery partners with Indiana Fever on bourbon
The Swisher-based distillery has teamed up with the WNBA team for a limited-edition straight bourbon whiskey release.
Toddville tops Linn County cities for most expensive homes
A new regional real-estate ranking highlights typical home values and year-over-year price growth across Cedar Rapids and nearby communities.
Linn County considers allowing data centers alongside nuclear power
The Planning and Zoning Commission opened public input on EU-2 district rules despite an active data center moratorium.
Cedar Crossing Casino to announce opening date, concert lineup July 30
The public event at NewBo City Market will also include construction updates and a performance by The Pork Tornadoes.
Iowa sales tax holiday set for Aug. 7-8
Cedar Rapids and Linn County shoppers can avoid state and local option sales taxes on qualifying clothing and footwear during the two-day event.
Linn County hotels hit record 68.7% occupancy
KCRG data shows the highest rate in Iowa, with hotel tax revenue up 146% after QTS broke ground.
Cedar Falls Mediterranean restaurant plans Cedar Rapids expansion
Oh My Grill will open a second location this fall at Blairs Place shopping center, adding breakfast and coffee service.
Marion restaurateur plans Victory Social Club in former Bandana’s space
John Lillibridge targets a mid-August opening at 3707 First Ave. SE in Cedar Rapids.
Crab House Seafood Boil & Bar plans second Cedar Rapids location
Signage at Lindale Mall marks the local chain's expansion to the northeast side.
Hawkeye downs to add dirt to quarter-mile track this fall
The Cedar Rapids venue will keep the new surface through 2027 while the half-mile track stays asphalt.
Corridor Business Journal names 2026 Best of the Corridor winners
Nearly 15,000 votes selected top businesses, with two new categories added this year.
Delhicacy Indian restaurant to close Cedar Rapids location July 18
The Blairs Ferry Road eatery opened in 2021 after success at NewBo City Market.
Oh My Grill expanding to Cedar Rapids location
The Cedar Falls restaurant plans a new site at 500 Blairs Ferry Rd. as construction begins.
Berthel Fisher recruits Indiana practice managing $146 million
Cedar Rapids firm adds Fort Wayne team and names new vice president of business development
NewBo City Market renovation aims for year-round events, construction underway
The Cedar Rapids market is adding a permanent stage, expanded seating, and improved lighting and sound, with completion expected by summer 2025.