In its nine years of existence, NewBo City Market has always been a popular destination for shoppers, diners, and those seeking unique and local entertainment in Cedar Rapids. It s also been a hotspot for local entrepreneurs seeking a foot in the door without much risk.
But, thanks to the pandemic, that risk has increased, with fewer business owners moving in and a lot of them moving out.
KCRG now says that nearly half the Market s available spaces are emptied, and they want to keep doing everything they can to welcome new restaurants and shops before it s too late.
They have launched a new initiative called The Hatchery . It s a program primarily geared toward