Picture this: you’re checking out at your favorite Iowa City shop and get asked if you want to drop off a neighbor’s package on your way home. That’s the new “crowdshipping” idea researchers at the University of Iowa are exploring. Instead of waiting for a delivery van, local stores could tap into everyday shoppers to speed up deliveries and even offer small rewards. It’s a creative way to help local businesses compete with online giants—and maybe even make us feel more connected as a community. Would you sign up to deliver a package for a gift card? #Business #Industry #IowaCity