Stein, earns the Qualifying and Life Member of the Million Dollar Round Table

CAROL KERNER
February 15, 2016 12:58 pm

As part of his ongoing commitment to providing valued service to Farm Bureau Financial Services customers, Farm Bureau agent Randy Stein, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF has recently been recognized as a Qualifying and Life Member of the Million Dollar Round Table.

Shopko countdown begins; signs appear at site

VINTON TODAY
February 12, 2016 5:03 pm

The Shopko Countdown is officialy under way; a sign in the building that once housed the Vinton Alco store announed today that the store with a new name and Shopko's green color theme will open in 30 days.

Council to vote on Shopko 'Class C' liquor license; employment ads continue

VINTON TODAY
February 11, 2016 12:07 pm

The Vinton City Council will vote tonight on approving a Class C liquor license with Sunday sales for Shopko, as the opening of the store in the former Alco building nears.

Dream Big, Grow Here: Vote for Benton County's Cricket Farmer

EMILY UPAH, BDG
February 5, 2016 12:34 pm

When starting or growing your business, one thing is for sure: capital is a necessity to make your dreams come true.  The Dream Big, Grow Here program is sponsored by the University of Northern Iowa’s Center for Innovation and Growth in an effort to help emerging entrepreneurs in Eastern Iowa.

Laborshed Analysis: BDG launches new tool for businesses and job seekers

EMILY UPAH, BDG
February 3, 2016 6:33 pm

Benton Development Group is constantly looking for new ways to serve as a resource to our local businesses and communities.  With the recent release of the Benton County Laborshed Analysis and the ever tightening labor pool, we have decided to make a change to our website.

John's Qwik Stop to include food franchise when it reopens in new building

VINTON TODAY
January 28, 2016 2:11 pm

Work continues on the new John's Qwik Stop building and John Ketchen is finalizing negotiations with a couple of franchises that will operate a small food service operation in the new gas station when it opens.

Vinton Popcorn Project to soon offer caramel corn; makes connection with past

VINTON TODAY
January 28, 2016 10:13 am

There’s a new aroma wafting from the popcorn room at Vinton-Shellsburg High School, and an old association helping the entrepreneurs continue their success.

Boom Fest Vendors wanted! VU accepting applications for August 27 event

MELISSA SCHWAN, DIRECTOR, VU
January 28, 2016 10:12 am

Applications are now available for the 7th Annual Boom-Fest celebration held in conjunction with the 10th Annual Boomtown fireworks show.

Action Academy: Economic development groups plan nine sessions with SBDC

EMILY UPAH, BDG
January 27, 2016 10:45 am

Benton Development Group, Vinton Unlimited and Belle Plaine Community Development have partnered with the Small Business Development Center to bring a series of engaging educational opportunities to Benton County for our small business community.

Shopko in Vinton: Work under way; company seeks customer service teammates

VINTON TODAY
January 25, 2016 7:39 pm

While there is no official update from the Shopko company on the planned opening of the store in Vinton, work is under way at the former Alco building.