Monthly Archives: January 2014
Connecting students with careers
By Katie Mills Giorgio
CORRIDOR -- Laurie Worden is a passionate advocate for growing local talent.
In her work as an internship coordinator, Ms. Worden helps...
Buildings offered for redevelopment as flood demolitions near end
Story and photo by Cindy Hadish
CEDAR RAPIDS –Two commercial buildings that were destined for demolition will be given a second chance.
The change is significant as...
Body image and public speaking
By Greg Dardis / Guest Editorial
I have to admit, it appears I gained some sympathy weight during my wife’s recent pregnancy. But now the...
How do employees learn in your organization?
By Gale Mote / Guest Editorial
I was almost 7 years old when I learned a valuable lesson about trust from my Dad. It had...
Local leadership that works
By Jann Freed / Guest Editorial
One of my mantras is, “leaders need to create places where people want to work.”
This is easier said than...
Whirlpool showcases new technology
By David DeWitte
MIDDLE AMANA – They’re lean, green machines.
Leaders of the world’s largest appliance company came to the Corridor lastweek to announce that refrigerators...
New Bo Books promotes local literature
By Cindy Hadish
CEDAR RAPIDS - A hand-written sign at the entrance to New Bo Books asks if customers have made their 2014 reading lists...
Robins launches economic development group
By Dave DeWitte
ROBINS - Attracting new businesses in Robins, one of the Corridor's most upscale small towns, will take plenty of sensitivity and planning...
Who do you love?
By Lynn Manternach / Guest Editorial
According to recent research, you probably love The Walt Disney Co., Yahoo!, Google and Sony.
These companies top APCO’s list...
New year, new business
By Patricia Brown-Dixon / Guest Editorial
This is the season of New Year’s resolutions. Whether it’s deciding to join a gym or cut back on...