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.

 

"Tootsie's Ice Cream & More is a family-owned and operated  business that is rooted in a love  for community,â€�  said  Ranking Member Ernst. "Whether you’re there for dinner or getting straight to the pint, the Seibert family gifts a Tootsie Roll with every purchase and is dedicated to serving delicious food that creates lasting memories for anyone who visits."

 

In 2012, Iowa native  Corey  Seibert purchased  what had been known for more than 50 years as  Leon’s Malt Shop, which he renamed Tootsie’s Ice Cream & More after his mother.  Since then, it  has  expanded to  two locations in Vinton and La Porte City,  which include  over 20 employees.  In addition to their signature ice cream and  desserts,  they  serve  Iowa classics  like pork tenderloin sandwiches and broasted chicken. Tootsie's Ice Cream & More  gives back to the community by collaborating  with the Vinton Library to provide a treat for all students participating in the summer reading program.

 

Stay tuned as Ranking Member Ernst recognizes more Iowa small businesses across the state with her Small Business of the Week award.