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The NIACC John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center hosted the University of Iowa Venture School Launch Day competition on Thursday April 11, 2024. The NIACC Spring 2024 Venture School cohort competed in person after attending classes virtually for 7 weeks of training, customer discovery, and developing their business model alongside local entrepreneur...
Hanson Nature Center open to public
Apr 8 2024The Hanson Nature Center, located two miles north of Leland, is now open for public viewing and will allow visitors to learn about the natural lands and species of Winnebago County.The center plans to have its grand opening on July 13, 2024. While the center is open, the Winnebago County...
Have a ball at Adult Prom Casino Night!
Feb 28 2024Who ever said that adults can’t enjoy prom too? Get all dolled up with your partner or friends, let loose and have a night to remember at Adult Prom Casino Night this Saturday, March 2, at 8 p.m. in the Grafton Community Center.Throughout the last 20 years, the adult prom...
Visit the Waldorf University and Forest City Area Spring Career and Internship Fair this Wednesday
Feb 26 2024Searching for a job? Look no further. The Waldorf University and Forest City Area Spring Career and Internship Fair is this Wednesday, Feb. 28 from 1-4 p.m. in the Civic Auditorium in Forest City.“We need to grow our workforce,” said Beth Bilyeu, executive director of Forest City Economic Development. “We...
New coffee shop parks in Northwood
Jan 19 2024Carpenter Coffee Company parked its coffee trailer last December to set up its first brick and mortar shop in Northwood, paving the way for its grand opening at the beginning of this year.The shop is owned by Jon and Bree Back, who started their business in a trailer in 2022...
Lake Mills was ripe with spooky deals throughout its annual Ghouls Day Out on Oct. 21. Shoppers hit the streets for the Halloween-themed event for the chance to win baskets put together by participating businesses.Shoppers started at Lake Mills Chamber Development Corporation, which puts on the event, and received their...
One Buffalo Center resident proves you CAN have your cake and eat it too.Hannah Main is not only a veterinary technician for the Forest City Veterinary Clinic but also the owner of Wiggle Butts Dog Grooming in Buffalo Center, allowing her to pursue both her passions.Recognizing the need for dog...
Michaelis and Stone attend the Altoona ConferenceMelissa Michaelis, executive director of Winn-Worth Betco, was one of several economic development professionals to attend the Iowa Area Development Group (IADG) Partners Forum in Altoona last week.IADG aims to assist businesses and communities throughout the state to reach their project development goals, and...
The word “blacksmith” may flood one with images of Medieval times, swords and large, burning forges, but really, smithing is an art thriving in our neighbor’s yard.From ornaments to flowers to custom orders, Eric Wolsing can craft it all. Wolsing’s business, Oak & Anvil Works is an operated steel fabrication,...
Winn-Worth Betco celebrates 30 years
May 16 2023On May 11, roughly 100 people gathered at Diamond Jo Casino to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Winn-Worth Betco.
Winn-Worth Betco is an economic development company in Lake Mills that strives to improve the quality of life of those residing in Winnebago and Worth Counties.
The company formed...