Iowa sales tax holiday offers savings for back to school
Iowa's annual sales tax holiday runs Friday and Saturday, exempting certain clothing and footwear under $100. JCPenney Westdale Cedar Rapids expects a 30 percent boost versus a typical Saturday, while staff prep shows and pricing. The state projects about $3.7 million in revenue loss this year.
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IC Balloons founder Chad Johnson rises with massive balloon work
Chad Johnson of IC Balloons has about 100000 balloons in his garage and creates large standout installations for events. His journey began when a martial arts instructor friend mentored him and a revelatory engagement party moment inspired him to pursue balloon art.
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IC Balloons owner touts giant flamingos and Conrad the Unicorn
Chad Johnson of IC Balloons in Iowa City says he avoids simple balloon dogs and aims for unique creations. His 3.5 million web views for Conrad the Unicorn show strong demand for oversized figures that engage kids and impress parents.
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Procter & Gamble Posts Higher Profit Amid Slimmer Revenue
Procter & Gamble reports quarter ended June 30 net income up to 1.95 billion a 69 cent per share gain as net sales fall 2.7 percent to 16.1 billion. Excluding items earnings reach 79 cents per share beating estimates. The firm plans 10 billion in five years to fund growth while expanding advertising and core brands Gillette Pampers Tide.
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United Fire Group Sees Lower Q2 Earnings on Storm Losses
United Fire Group reported a sharply reduced second quarter net income of 3.1 million or 8 cents per share as catastrophe losses totaled 35.5 million driven by hail and wind storms in Texas and the Midwest. Revenues rose to 279.8 million while premiums earned increased 10.6 percent year over year.
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Cedar Rapids
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