Palo City Council approves new EU-1 data center zoning district on final reading
PALO, Iowa — The Palo City Council has approved the final reading of an ordinance creating a new zoning district specifically for data center development. Council members voted 4-1 Monday night to adopt Ordinance No. 93-2026, which adds Section 165.16A, known as the EU-1 Data Center Exclusive Use District, to the city’
Thornton Flooring acquires nine Carpetland USA locations
Thornton Flooring & Design Center announced it has acquired all nine Carpetland USA locations across two Midwestern states, according to an article in Floor Covering News. The acquisition will expand Thornton’s footprint to 12 locations. The Carpetland USA locations include Burlington, Cedar Rapids, Clinton, Davenport,
Williamsburg law office receives $100,000 state grant
WILLIAMSBURG — A law office in Williamsburg is the fourth business in the town to receive a grant from Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Community Catalyst Building Remediation Program since it began in 2018. The $100,000 grant will help Garrett and Jessica Hlubek Dozark update the former Claypool law office next d
Jon Pardi Fans, Get Ready—He’s Coming Back to Cedar Rapids!
Country fans, get ready! Jon Pardi has announced a return to Cedar Rapid!
8 Iowa Breakfast Stops That Put Gluten-Free Choices Front And Center
Breakfast should not feel like a pop quiz with syrup on the side. I can relate to the moment when everyone else orders in seconds and you are still reading the menu like it contains a hidden clause. That is why Iowa mornings become much more interesting when gluten-free choices...
GALLERY: Storm Photos from 7/20
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - Severe weather, including an isolated tornado and severe thunderstorms, rolled through central and eastern Iowa on Monday. The early morning saw thunderstorms move through, but another round of weather moved in the area in the afternoon. Viewers in Tiffin saw shelf clouds roll through the...
Coralville eyes significant affordable housing with $600K purchase
The Coralville City Council took the first step towards an affordable housing project on 5th Street. At the July 14 council meeting, the council unanimously approved a $600,000 purchase for a mixed-use building at 1400 5th St. Services will continue to function within the building, home to office space and 10 studio
Iowa City Man Sentenced to Over 19 Years in Federal Prison for Drug Charges
An Iowa City man was sentenced on July 15, 2026, to 235 months in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and cocaine, possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and cocaine, and use of a communication facility in furtherance of drug trafficking. According to public court documents and evi
Man accused of gunpoint robbery at Lindale Mall
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A Cedar Rapids man is accused of robbing a store at gunpoint on Saturday. 18-year-old Cedrick Sanders is charged with 1st degree robbery, felon in possession of a firearm, use of a dangerous weapon in commission of a crime, and possession of a firearm by prohibited persons.
Big Grove Brewery pours $64K back into Iowa and Omaha communities
Big Grove Brewery is pouring more than beer into the communities it serves. The organization's philanthropic arm, Big Grove for Good Foundation, is celebrating a new milestone by providing $64,000 in grants to eight local organizations, according to a July announcement. More: UI extends Macbride programs, Sailing Club

















