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Cedar Rapids Jr. Roughriders Compete in Wisconsin Hockey Tournaments

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 06:00:21 -0500

The Cedar Rapids Jr. Roughriders Squirt teams have a lot to celebrate. And they're hungry for more hockey.

Sweater Swap Days Means Something Warm For Everyone

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 06:00:18 -0500

What makes the harsh midwest winter bearable? A cozy warm sweater. Jodi Cobb, manager of Jodi K's Boutique, is happy to spread the warmth this season.

Cedar Valley Humane Society Seeks Community Feedback

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 06:00:16 -0400

This week, the Cedar Valley Humane Society will issue a survey designed to gather insight into the perceptions and opinions held by residents of Linn County and others who have had experience with the nonprofit organization.

Skywalk Group recognized for significant growth and its impact on the community.

Tue, 24 May 2011 12:03:25 -0400

Skywalk Group is among those recognized as the fastest-growing companies in the Cedar Rapids – Iowa City corridor. The annual competition, coordinated by the Corridor Business Journal, evaluates businesses operating within the I-380 and surroundin...

Penny Wise, Pound Foolish: Do Employees Have The Skills Necessary To Get Ahead?

Wed, 11 May 2011 08:00:16 -0400

Among the many lessons of the recent recession is the certainty that preparation can help an organization be more responsive to marketplace changes to arrive at more favorable outcomes. Businesses equipped with employees that can pivot seamlessly ...

Voice of the customer grows louder through social media.

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 06:00:37 -0400

April is customer service month, a time to celebrate the myriad ways companies can delight their customers. Today's customer may be reached through multiple channels, both online and off; in turn, there may be the expectation on the part of the c...

Students in Advertising at University of Iowa Welcomed Speaker Heather Rast

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 06:00:16 -0400

Students in Advertising (SIA) is a student-led business organization comprised of over 60 members from freshman to senior levels. The organization includes degree-seeking young men and women pursuing careers in web design, public relations, advert...

Jr. Roughriders to host Jr. Roughrider Classic

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 06:00:16 -0400

The Cedar Rapids Hockey Association will host the Jr. Roughrider Classic this weekend. Games begin Friday, January 21 and run through Sunday, January 23 at the Cedar Rapids Ice Arena located at 1100 Rockford Road Southwest. Attendance is free of...

Skywalk Group To Teach Essential Leadership Skills To Aspiring Women Executives

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 06:00:41 -0400

Human Resources professionals and corporate management now have help developing future women leaders within their organizations.