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Students and families in Iowa City will have a new place to play, eat, & drink in the summer of 2026! Barker's Bowling is coming to the former SpareMe Bowl and Arcade in Downtown Iowa City!

Just a few weeks ago, signage appeared on a former Cedar Rapids Chinese restaurant for a new business called Chicken Royale. This week, Chicken Royale officially opened for business!

A popular at-home bakery that's been an Iowa City farmers market staple for the past five years is going to be open year-round at a brand new location! Bread Worthy Bakery is opening its first storefront!

A new version of a classic Iowa City bar is officially open for business! The Union Bar & Grill began welcoming customers to its new location on Thursday, February 19th.

A new Ulta Beauty store in Cedar Rapids will be hosting their official grand opening celebration this weekend!

Some changes are happening in Coralville's Iowa River Landing, including a relocation and expansion for lululemon!

Downtown Iowa City is now home to a unique and intimate new cocktail lounge inspired by Parisian cafes of the early 20th century!

There's a new local shop to check out the next time you visit Cedar Rapids' Czech Village! 'I'll Meet You There' officially opened the second half of their business this week!

A new personalized hat shop that's "dedicated to crafting stylish and custom hats that blend timeless craftsmanship with modern trends" is now open in the Czech Village!

A new store that sells new and used music and movies has opened in Cedar Rapids, just in time for the holiday season! Razzle Dazzle is now welcoming customers inside of Lindale Mall.