
Everything old will be new again in IC Ped Mall project
A construction site tucked somewhat awkwardly between the former Mill, the Graduate Hotel and the Iowa City Pedestrian Mall is already aflutter with noise and activity as crews work on demolition and site preparation to make way for a new $54.4 million redevelopment combining much-needed new downtown housing with a revamp of some old Ped Mall friends.
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Website is critical to tell your story
April 19, 2021By Anna Patty | Guest Column
The past 12 months have abundantly clarified the importance of telling the story of our nonprofits online and with richer content than ever before. A nonprofit’s website is key to its ability to communicate.
Trucking continues to deliver
April 19, 2021By Brenda Neville | Guest Column
One year ago, our lives changed forever when we were all thrust into a pandemic.