Lancaster business owner purchases former Shopko
LANCASTER, Wis. — A Lancaster business owner has purchased the building formerly occupied by Shopko. Robert Schmidt, owner of Gasser True Value Hardware and a…
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With elective procedures delayed, UnitedHealth profit spikes
The nation’s largest health insurer more than doubled its profit in the second quarter, as COVID-19 shutdowns kept patients out of doctor’s offices and off…
Platteville restaurants will have outdoor option
PLATTEVILLE, Wis. — Platteville restaurant owners seek city flexibility as they cope with the economic toll caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. To assist restaurants as…
Local real estate market strong despite pandemic
During a time defined by health concerns and economic uncertainty, the local real estate market has proven resilient. East Central Iowa Association of Realtors reported…
Potosi Brewery contender in state contest
POTOSI, Wis. — The Wisconsin Department of Tourism is hosting a Wisconsin Brewdown. The public is encouraged to vote for their top brewery in the…
Dyersville council OKs 3 facade grants
Dyersville City Council members recently approved three contracts that are set to change the face of nearly an entire block of downtown buildings. Jacque Rahe,…
East Dubuque creating new website, business directory
EAST DUBUQUE, Ill. – The City of East Dubuque is creating a new website and online business directory. The city recently announced the new site…
Manchester painting, staining business opens storefront
MANCHESTER, Iowa — A new downtown store in Manchester is offering construction, residential and commercial painting as well as staining and power washing. Justin Elledge…
Biz Buzz: Resident opens 2nd fitness facility; coffee shop enjoys 2nd act; new gym in southwest Wisconsin
Biz Buzz shares business tidbits from around the tri-states each Monday. This week, we highlight developments in Dyersville and Maquoketa, Iowa, and Potosi, Wis. Sixteen…
Tech Q&A
Question: I converted my Windows 7 PC to Windows 10 in 2016, when Microsoft was offering the upgrade for free. But I didn’t like Windows…