Business
Ernst Names Tootsie’s Ice Cream & More the Small Business of the Week
Throughout this Congress, Ranking Member Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties. U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Ranking Member of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the Week: Tootsie’s Ice Cream & More of Benton County. Throughout this Congress, Ranking Member Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties.
Mystical Moments and More opens in Vinton
Saturday morning Boomfest events were put on hold for just a few minutes to welcome a new business to town. Vinton Unlimited held a ribbon cutting at Mystical Moments and More which opened in downtown Vinton. The business is located at 423 1st Ave. in Vinton. The business was opened by Angie Climer, and will operate with the assistance of family and friends. Fareway Kicks Off the Fourth Annual Iowa Wave Shirt Round Up
Fareway Stores, Inc. is partnering with The Iowa Wave Shirt to conduct the fourth annual Round Up at the register from August 26 – September 7 at all Iowa store locations, the two weeks ahead of the Iowa vs. Iowa State football game.Customers will have the opportunity to round up to the next dollar or provide an additional donation on their grocery bill to help fund The Iowa Wave Shirt’s mission. Grain Indemnity Fund Assessment to Continue for Additional Year
The Grain Indemnity Fund serves as a low-cost insurance policy for Iowa farmersThe assessment on grain sold to or deposited at Iowa-licensed grain dealers and warehouses as part of the Iowa Grain Depositors and Sellers Indemnity Fund (Grain Indemnity Fund) will continue for an additional year. Barring any further claims made against the fund, the assessment is anticipated to cease on August 31, 2025, in accordance with Iowa law.
Meat Goat Cohort Will Provide Learning Opportunities for IA and WI Producers
Multi-session program will include Zoom and in-person field tripsMeat goat producers in Iowa and Wisconsin can improve their knowledge of the industry by attending Meat Goat Cohort 25, which will launch in October.This multi-session program is intended to increase producer knowledge of how to analyze production systems and implement strategies that improve efficiency and productivity, while providing a supportive environment for networking and collaboration. Hinson makes stop in Atkins
Congresswoman Ashley Hinson made a stop at the Textile TapHaus in Atkins as part of her 99 County Tour. She stopped by to visit the taproom, try their brews, and discuss ways to keep our rural main streets vibrant.Hinson said, “I’ll always raise a glass to our small business community!” USDA and Heartland taking applications for $3.7 million food businesses grant
By Jack O'ConnorThe U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Heartland Regional Food Business Center are accepting grant applications from small- to mid-sized farmers and food businesses in the central U.S.The first round of Business Builder Grants is worth about $3.7 million, and awardees will receive between $5,000 to $50,000. Only projects based in Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Nebraska and northwest Arkansas are eligible to apply.
Local Young Stars Featured in commercial about Farming
If you farm, know a farmer or come from the life of living in town and trying to wrap your head around how farmers farm, well this might be the commercial that sums up the lifestyle. A commercial produced by Ever.Ag uses local talent to share what it's really like to farm. The video shares the struggles of farmers in a lighthearted way, you might need to watch it a couple of times for it to sink in if it's not something you live every day/The video shares what it's really like to be a farmer. The Niche Wine Room to Hold Grand Opening on Thursday Night
Here's a sneak peek at The Niche Wine Room! There will be a Grand Opening on Thursday, August 15 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. with a ribbon cutting at 5:30 p.m.The Niche is located at 115 W. 4th Street, Vinton.There will be a wine sampling and tickets will be $15 for 15 samples. Wine will also be available for purchase by the glass or bottle. There will be charcuterie boards for purchase and some free appetizers.