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DeLuxe continues to grow, organically

Story by Pat Shaver Photos by Rachel Jessen IOWA CITY—Jamie Powers has the ultimate seal of approval. Ms. Powers, owner/operator of DeLuxe Cakes and Pastries in Iowa City,...

Forty Under 40: 2013 class represents tech industry

Story by Gigi Wood Photo by Bill Adams CORRIDOR--Another stellar class of Forty Under 40 class of honorees was recognized this year for their many accomplishments...

Innovation Expo, Creative Week bring in entrepreneurs

Story by Pat Shaver Photos by Rachel Jessen CORALVILLE — A room full of entrepreneurs, business leaders and students heard about the challenges and successes of...

Coralville mayor leaves politics after about 50 years

By Pat Shaver CORALVILLE—When Jim Fausett moved to Coralville in 1959, the population was no more than 5,000 people. Today, Coralville’s population is nearly 20,000. Though...

Coralville appeals postal service relocation plans

By Pat Shaver CORALVILLE — Officials in Coralville are hoping to keep an essential retail service in an area that is accessible to residents. The Postal...

Are you “thinking” about retirement?

By Tim Hawkins / Guest Editorial As early as 1968, the co-authors of the book, “Social Security: Perspectives for Reform,” observed: “There is a widespread myopia...

Culture overpowers strategy at work

By Gale Mote / Guest Editorial Every day, I work with organizations who have well-thought out strategies to move their organizations in the direction of...

Market studies to determine casino’s fate

By Gigi Wood CEDAR RAPIDS – April 17 is right around the corner for the Cedar Rapids Development Group. That's the day the Iowa Racing and...

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