Business
Fareway is Named the Shelby Report's 2023 Midwest Retailer of the Year
Fareway Stores, Inc. was recently recognized as the 2023 Midwest Retailer of the Year by The Shelby Report. The honor showcases Fareway’s incredible employees, unmatched customer service and commitment to quality products, and how Fareway gives back to the communities it serves.“We are excited to be honored with this award that celebrates the achievements of Fareway’s 85 years in the business,” said Fareway CEO Reynolds W.
HACAP to be closed on Sunday, January 7th
The HACAP 4th Street Diner will be closed Sunday, January 7th.
2nd Hand Auto Parts now in Business in Vinton
It appears that the northwest corner of town is starting to boom. Another new business dealing with used car parts, called "2nd Hand Auto Parts" has opened at 701 Highway 218 N. in Vinton. The business is now accepting junk cars with titles. The business breaks down the old cars preserving any useful parts on the retired cars. The parts are then resold to anyone needing parts to fix their car.
Beast and Bird to Open a permanent location in Vinton
In a statement made on Beast & Bird's Facebook page. Logan Merchant announced that the business will be taking a huge step. They will be teaming up with their friends at McBride Mobile Taps to bring a Beast & Bird brick and mortar location to Vinton in 2024! "When I started Beast & Bird a few years ago I wasn't exactly sure what the support would be like. Small Business Development Center Iowa Tout a Record-Breaking Year for Iowa
More than 35,000 new businesses registered with the Iowa Secretary of State’s Office in 2023Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate and Austin Strawhacker, Associate State Director for the America’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Iowa, are joining forces to celebrate a successful year for Iowa business, including thousands of new businesses registered and a high percentage of women-owned businesses.
Farm Financial Planning Program Offers Personalized Insight for Producers
Crop production updates available anywhere with an internet connection CropsTV, powered by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, will return for a fourth season in 2024. This educational program delivers crop production information directly to farmers and agricultural service providers. It provides the convenience of crop production education at home, in the office or anywhere there is an internet connection.
The Niche to change Ownership
On Thursday evening, in the midst pf a Christmas party, Coleen Karrick announced that The Niche will be changing ownership. The Niche is located at 115 W 4th St Vinton. New owners Dan and Maureen Boddicker will take over the business as John and Coleen Karrick step away from the business. The Karricks had a dream and brought it to fruition. The Boddickers hope to continue with the same commitment. S & J Sanitation Garbage Pick Up Schedule
S&J Sanitation announced the schedule for garbage pickup over Christmas and New Year's day. During Christmas Week:Monday moves to TuesdayTuesday moves to WednesdayFriday stays the same. There will be no changes during New Year's week.Holiday recycling tip: Wrapping paper is not recyclable, just place it in the trash. The carboard tube is recyclable.
Vinton Liquor Tobacco & Vape Now Open
Vinton Unlimited held a ribbon cutting at the new business Vinton Liquor Tobacco & Vape in downtown Vinton. The new business is located at 411 A Ave.The business offers gaming, vending and an ATM machine for your convenience. A drive up is also available. The business is open seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. until midnight.Pictured left to right: Front Row: Lucky Mall, Ali Mohammad, Heather Kingsbury, Karilea Ries , Mohammad Gujar, Katelan Brownell, Melody Snow and Andrew Elwick.