Annie Smith Barkalow's stories
Mother-daughter team dresses dreams at Jocelyn Taylor Bridal and Prom
Jocelyn Hoyle and Deb Steenblock are the mother-daughter duo behind Jocelyn Taylor Bridal and Prom, a North Liberty boutique specializing in upscale bridal and prom dresses. Above a tufted velvet wingback loveseat in the lobby, a glass-fronted display case exhibits…
New winery coming to Anamosa
One mile northeast of Anamosa on Highway 151, among the iconic rolling hills frequently depicted…
Karisa Mellinger named Washington Chamber of Commerce’s Citizen of the Year
Karisa Mellinger, owner of Mama Llama’s Barn in downtown Washington, was named Washington’s Citizen of…
North Liberty’s Next Stage campaign nears finish line for $3.5 million goal
The city of North Liberty is reaching the end of its year-long campaign to raise…
Dr. Joseph Walder, founder of Integrated DNA Technologies, dies at 73
Dr. Joseph Walder, founder of Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), died on March 26 in Skokie,…
Iowa City seeks public input on redevelopment of 21 S. Linn Street
A vacant lot at 21 S. Linn St. in Iowa City is up for redevelopment,…
Johnson County Conservation Board makes progress with Two Horse Farm
Two years ago, the Johnson County Conservation Board (JCCB) purchased the 83-acre Two Horse Farm…
Iowa Economic Development Authority gives final approval for Google, Danisco Inc. facilities
The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) unanimously approved Google’s financial incentive package March 22, clearing…
Calyx Creek Lavender & Lodging awarded Choose Iowa Grant
Calyx Creek Lavender & Lodging, a rural Johnson County agribusiness, was awarded a $19,500 Choose…
The Halal Guys set sights on Coralville
The Halal Guys, a New York City-based restaurant chain that specializes in Middle Eastern casual…
Iowa City passes first reading to rezone former Kirkwood site to industrial
Procter & Gamble (P&G), a Cincinnati-based multinational corporation that recently purchased the former Iowa City…
New Swisher Economic Alliance seeks to enhance local businesses, keep small town feel
Businesses in Swisher have banded together to form an Economic Alliance to serve as a…
Iowa Farm Sanctuary donation campaign seeks to raise $50,000
Iowa Farm Sanctuary, an animal rescue and rehabilitation nonprofit in rural Johnson County, is campaigning…
Coralville eyes renovation of recreation center
The city of Coralville is eyeing a renovation for its recreation center, located at 1506…
Every Bloomin’ Thing moves to Coralville location
Iconic Iowa City floral shop, Every Bloomin’ Thing, has moved locations after over 20 years…
Incentives, interest rates top concerns for commercial real estate industry
The commercial real estate industry is facing challenges from rising interest rates, making incentives for…
