Small Business

Crowds gather for the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Dutch Market in Washington.

Dutch Market draws crowds at Washington grand opening

Washington's newest Dutch Market saw a significant turnout on Aug. 17 as the community gathered for its grand opening. “Sales were very good, a lot...
Tootsie's Ice Cream & More

Ernst names Tootsie’s Ice Cream of Benton County as Iowa Small Business of the...

Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst has chosen Tootsie’s Ice Cream & More of Benton County as her Small Business of the Week. In 2012, Iowa native...
Candi Karsjens, director for the North Iowa Area Community College JPEC, presents Repaint Studios owner Billie Kay Ingalls Asmus with a check.

Repaint Studios takes first place and $40k in entrepreneurial competition

Repaint Studios LLC, a startup that participated in the University of Iowa’s John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center (Iowa JPEC) Venture School, secured first place and...

Northtowne Cycling + Fitness searches for new owner ahead of 100th year

Northtowne Cycling + Fitness in Cedar Rapids is beginning the search for new ownership as it nears its 100th anniversary. Current owners Derek and Jodi...
In August, the SBA backed 30 loans for a total of $17,582,300 and 112 new jobs. CREDIT US SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

SBA opens nominations for 2025 National Small Business Week awards

The Small Business Administration (SBA) has opened nominations for the 2025 National Small Business Week (NSBW) Awards, which highlights the achievements and contributions of...
Corda Credit Union representatives present NewBo City Market Executive Director Julie Parisi with a check representing a $50,000 donation to the organization's Next Level Local capital campaign.

Corda Credit Union donates $50K to NewBo City Market renovations

Corda Credit Union has donated $50,000 to NewBo City Market's Next Level Local capital campaign, which would add a second floor and various amenities...
Lighthouse Inn fire

Historic Lighthouse Inn destroyed in fire

The Lighthouse Inn and Supper Club, Cedar Rapids’ oldest restaurant that has hosted several historical figures in its 112-year history, was destroyed in a...

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