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Taking the time to connect pays dividends
Gale Mote/Tree Full of Owls
In 1984, I accepted a position as a master production scheduler for Norand Corp. in Cedar Rapids. Approximately one week...
Numbers point in different directions for development
By Gigi Wood
Several financial projections were made at the University Heights City Council meeting Sept. 13 regarding a proposed development.
Some of those numbers need...
University Heights council meeting leaves more questions than answers
Discussion of One University Place project goes into the wee hours
By Gigi Wood
It was double secret probation time in University Heights last night as...
Northside Oktoberfest scheduled for Oct. 1
By Gigi Wood
A new festival is taking place this fall on Iowa City’s northside.
Northside Oktoberfest will take place Oct. 1, during the University of...
Is it time for a brand update?
Lynn Manternach/Tree Full of Owls
When was the last time you took a serious look at your brand? Do you wonder if it’s time for...
Small scale health-care reform
Physician applies business training to cut procedure costs
By Gigi Wood
A University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics doctor has found a way to reform health...
Unmanned aerial vehicle manufacturer to open
California company to partner with UI lab
By John Kenyon
CEDAR RAPIDS - A company that plans to manufacture lightweight unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that can...
CR Chamber, Priority One and Downtown District to merge
By Pat Shaver
CEDAR RAPIDS - The Cedar Rapids Downtown District will join with the Cedar Rapids Chamber of Commerce and Priority One, becoming a...
Manager from Hades, part 2
John Langhorne/Tree Full of Owls
In the previous column we reviewed the characteristics of the manager from Hades. If you have such a boss how...
Longtime designer starts own business
Finlayson to offer interior design and event planning
By Gigi Wood
IOWA CITY — It takes more than a good eye.
After spending nearly 21 years as...