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A popular Cedar Rapids brewery is getting closer to opening its new taproom! Clock House Brewing is in the process of taking over the former Iowa Brewing Company on 3rd St SE.

There's nothing like a good, old-fashioned general store! Here are ten of the general stores across the state that you can stop and shop during your next Iowa road trip!

Good news for fans of Tomaso's Pizza in Marion - the popular pizza joint is reopening this week at a new location on 6th Ave!

Lots of new bars & restaurants have opened in Eastern Iowa so far this year! Check out a list of the new eateries that have opened in 2026, as well as some of the places expected to open this year.

The Loose Chain is BACK! The once-closed bar off of Center Point Rd NE in Cedar Rapids is now open to bicyclists once again, and we've got details about the new and improved space!

A couple of small businesses have recently opened new locations and expanded their offerings! Wild Lotus Apothecary is now open at NewBo City Market, and Cedar Witch Goods has relocated to Marion.

A historic Cedar Rapids Dairy Queen underwent some big changes this spring! The now-closed DQ at on 1st Ave NE in front of the Starlite Room is now Dottie's Ice Cream & Soda!

Fresh croissants have officially returned to Cedar Rapids thanks to a new French bakery & cafe! Café Déjà Vu is now open at 3655A 1st Ave SE.

Good news for Iowans cycling their way through Cedar Rapids! Less than a year after closing its doors, the Loose Chain is making a comeback!

Back in early April, we told you that NewBo City Market in Cedar Rapids would be welcoming new shopkeepers this spring. After a weekend visit to the market, we're happy to report that three new shops are now open!