Cedar Rapids, Iowa

QCR Holdings, Inc. Welcomes New Director Brent Cobb and Announces a Cash Dividend of $0.06 Per Share

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Thursday, August 20, 2020
Geography of Iowa, Regions of the United States, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Cedar Rapids, Iowa metropolitan area, Waterloo, Iowa, IOWA, QCR Holdings

Brent is a proven leader with deep expertise in manufacturing and supply chain optimization, said Larry Helling, Chief Executive Officer.

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  • Brent is a proven leader with deep expertise in manufacturing and supply chain optimization, said Larry Helling, Chief Executive Officer.
  • Mr. Cobb currently serves on the board of Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust, a wholly owned QCR Holding subsidiary based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
  • Cobb joined World Class Industries in May 2002 as Vice President, subsequently being named President in 2005 and Chief Executive Officer in 2019.
  • Additionally, the Company serves the Waterloo/Cedar Falls, Iowa community through Community Bank & Trust, a division of Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust Company.

Transamerica Supports Derecho Recovery Efforts in Cedar Rapids

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
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The Aegon Transamerica Foundation's work in Cedar Rapids is consistent with its mission to support the communities where the company's employees live and work.

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  • The Aegon Transamerica Foundation's work in Cedar Rapids is consistent with its mission to support the communities where the company's employees live and work.
  • "Transamerica has long been a part of the Cedar Rapids community and our hearts go out to those affected by this devastating and unexpected storm.
  • "Our support of recovery efforts in Cedar Rapids reflects our values as a company and demonstrates our profound commitment to our communities.
  • Transamerica isheadquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, with other major operations in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Denver, Colorado.

Interstate Power and Light Company declares preferred stock dividend

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Thursday, August 13, 2020
Alliant Energy, Regions of the United States, Alliant, IPL, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, IOWA, United States

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Aug. 13, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Alliant Energys Iowa utility, Interstate Power and Light Company (IPL), has declared dividends for its preferred stock (NASDAQ: IPLDP) shareowners of record on August 31, 2020.

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  • CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Aug. 13, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Alliant Energys Iowa utility, Interstate Power and Light Company (IPL), has declared dividends for its preferred stock (NASDAQ: IPLDP) shareowners of record on August 31, 2020.
  • Alliant Energys mission is to deliver the energy solutions and exceptional service customers and communities count on safely, efficiently and responsibly.
  • Interstate Power and Light Company and Wisconsin Power and Light Company are Alliant Energys two public utility subsidiaries.
  • Alliant Energy Corporation is a component of the S&P 500.

United Fire Group, Inc. Reports Estimates for Second Quarter 2020 Results

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020
BlackBerry Limited, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, NASDAQ, Companies, Finance, IOWA

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, July 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United Fire Group, Inc. (the "Company" or "UFG") (Nasdaq: UFCS) announced today that the second quarter 2020 results include pre-tax catastrophe losses of $50.6 million.

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  • CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, July 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United Fire Group, Inc. (the "Company" or "UFG") (Nasdaq: UFCS) announced today that the second quarter 2020 results include pre-tax catastrophe losses of $50.6 million.
  • The higher than average catastrophe losses in the second quarter of 2020 are primarily the result of 20 severe convective storms in the Midwest and Southern United States.
  • Including the impact of the catastrophe losses, the estimated GAAP combined ratio will be in the range of 110 percent to 112.5 percent in the second quarter of 2020.
  • United Fire Group, Inc. will report second quarter 2020 earnings before the market opens on August 5, 2020, and will host a conference call to discuss its financial results at 9:00 a.m. Central time on that date.

Cedar Falls Iowa Offers Economic Development Advantage with New Website

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Wednesday, July 8, 2020
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Cedar Falls, Iowa, July 08, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cedar Falls, IA A flourishing Midwestern community located in northeast Iowa, the City of Cedar Falls, IA, recently launched a powerful new economic development website targeted to further grow jobs and investment in the area.

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  • Cedar Falls, Iowa, July 08, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cedar Falls, IA A flourishing Midwestern community located in northeast Iowa, the City of Cedar Falls, IA, recently launched a powerful new economic development website targeted to further grow jobs and investment in the area.
  • Cedar Falls is the first city in Iowa to offer this service city-wide.
  • This upgrade to 10 gigabit leads our ability to compete with the best cities in the world in terms of broadband availability and helps solidify Cedar Falls as a destination for economic development opportunities, said Shane Graham, Cedar Falls Economic Development Coordinator.
  • Combined with a low cost of living, a strong community of 40,000+, centrally located, and home to the University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls is the perfect place to make your business home.Learn more about developing your business in Cedar Falls, IA, at www.SelectCedarFallsIA.com.

Allconnect.com Names Best Cities and States for Internet Connectivity and Availability

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Wednesday, June 17, 2020
Geography of Iowa, Information and communications technology, Regions of the United States, Cultural globalization, Cedar Rapids metropolitan area, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, IOWA, Internet, Availability

After compiling information on over 29,000 locations, our analysis revealed a variance in internet availability and cost," said Joe Supan, senior content writer for Allconnect.com.

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  • After compiling information on over 29,000 locations, our analysis revealed a variance in internet availability and cost," said Joe Supan, senior content writer for Allconnect.com.
  • The report revealed that many of the cities with the best access to high speed and cost-efficient internet were mid-sized cities, with Cedar Rapids and Des Moines, Iowa, topping the list.
  • Many of the cities toward the bottom of the list tended to be rural cities.
  • "By combining several factors, we wanted to paint a full picture of the current state of internet availability and cost.

Design Content Expert Returns to Stamats

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Monday, May 18, 2020
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CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, May 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Stamats' media brand, interiors+sources , is excited to announce a familiar face has returned as the new Chief Content Director.

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  • CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, May 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Stamats' media brand, interiors+sources , is excited to announce a familiar face has returned as the new Chief Content Director.
  • Formerly a freelance editor-at-large, Robert Nieminen will oversee all content for interiors+sources, along with sister publication Buildings.
  • "To say I'm excited about having Robert join us as Chief Content Director would be an understatement," says Steven Sloan, vice president of Commercials Buildings Group for Stamats.
  • Stamats focuses on distinct markets to gain unique category knowledge and experience that it brings to bear for the benefit of Stamats' clients.

Interstate Power and Light Company declares preferred stock dividend

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Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Alliant Energy, Alliant, IPL, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Energy, IOWA, Companies

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, May 12, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Alliant Energy's Iowa utility, Interstate Power and Light Company (IPL), has declared dividends for its preferred stock (NASDAQ: IPLDP) shareowners of record on May 29, 2020.

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  • CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, May 12, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Alliant Energy's Iowa utility, Interstate Power and Light Company (IPL), has declared dividends for its preferred stock (NASDAQ: IPLDP) shareowners of record on May 29, 2020.
  • Alliant Energys mission is to deliver the energy solutions and exceptional service customers and communities count on safely, efficiently and responsibly.
  • Interstate Power and Light Company and Wisconsin Power and Light Company are Alliant Energys two public utility subsidiaries.
  • Alliant Energy Corporation is a component of the S&P 500.

Stamats Positions Its Audience Management/Solutions Platform for Growth Through Rebrand to Audativ

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Monday, May 11, 2020
Communication design, Brand, Graphic design, Product management, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, IOWA, Business, Marketing

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, May 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Stamats has enhanced the branding of its audience management database and solutions offering by renaming it Audativ .

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  • CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, May 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Stamats has enhanced the branding of its audience management database and solutions offering by renaming it Audativ .
  • The new name positions Audativ to further distinguish itself in a competitive marketplace and sets the stage for expansion into new industries.
  • Designed by audience experts, Audativ's integrated database platform allows organizations to stay engaged with their audiences across all media channels.
  • About Stamats: Stamats helps businesses and organizations connect and build stronger relationships with their audiences by supplying innovative research, strategy, branding, and digital solutions.

United Fire Group, Inc. Announces Its 2020 First Quarter Earnings Call

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Monday, April 20, 2020
Finance, Economy, Money, Stock market, Corporate finance, Earnings call, Teleconferencing, NASDAQ, Financial analyst, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, April 20, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United Fire Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: UFCS) (the "Company", "UFG", "we", or "our") announced today that its 2020 first quarter earnings results will be released before the market opens on May 6, 2020.

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  • CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, April 20, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United Fire Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: UFCS) (the "Company", "UFG", "we", or "our") announced today that its 2020 first quarter earnings results will be released before the market opens on May 6, 2020.
  • An earnings call will be held at 9:00 a.m. central time on that date to allow securities analysts, shareholders and other interested parties the opportunity to hear management discuss the Company's 2020 first quarter results.
  • The event will be archived and available for digital replay through May 20, 2020.
  • A.M. Best Company assigns a rating of "A" (Excellent) for members of the United Fire & Casualty Group.