Small Business

A Honeycrisp apple from Buffalo Ridge Orchards in Central City rests in someone's hand.

Johnson County employees to participate in nationwide “Great Apple Crunch” event

Johnson County employees will join a nationwide celebration of local food sourcing on Wednesday, Oct. 9, during the annual "Great Apple Crunch." The event,...
A farmer in gloves grasps a plant in a field.

Fresh Connect program offers free business coaching for Eastern Iowa farmers

Beginning farmers seeking to enhance their business and marketing strategies can now apply for Fresh Connect, a six-month business coaching program offered at no...
The Ideal Cone Zone Cash

The District launches ‘Cone Zone Cash’ program to support Cedar Rapids businesses impacted by...

In an attempt to support small businesses in the New Bohemia neighborhood impacted by several lengthy street construction projects, the District: Czech Village &...
Riene Gelman (left), Sam Gelman (middle), Edwin Lee (right), are the team behind Paper Crane Ramen Shop & Cocktail Lounge. CREDIT IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN DISTRICT

The Webster team to open ramen shop in downtown Iowa City

A new ramen shop and cocktail lounge is opening in downtown Iowa City this October. Paper Crane Ramen Shop & Cocktail Lounge will be...
Chrome Horse, Cedar Rapids.

Chrome Horse is closing in September

Chrome Horse Saloon, a long-time establishment in Cedar Rapids' NewBo area, has announced its upcoming Sept. 28 closure on social media. The bar, restaurant and...
Lubben Vineyards

Lubben Vineyards opening new location in Anamosa

Dan and Judy Lubben will celebrate the opening of Lubben Vineyards in Anamosa with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 4 p.m. Lubben...
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...

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