Economic experts convey cautious optimism during Dubuque chamber luncheon
National and state economic experts recently expressed a mixture of optimism and caution during the Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2021 Forecast Luncheon. The ongoing…
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COVID-19 struggles affect Dyersville restaurants as 2nd eatery announces closure in 2021
DYERSVILLE, Iowa — Another Dyersville eatery soon will close its doors permanently. Joe’s 2nd St. Diner, 131 Second St. NE, will close after Feb. 14,…
Thunder Hills Country Club undergoes $2.1 million pool, cabana renovations
PEOSTA, Iowa — Construction is underway to renovate and expand the pool and cabana at Thunder Hills Country Club so both can open early this…
Underlying data shows local economy in dire situation
Despite continuing to boast low unemployment rates, local Iowa counties have observed major declines in their labor force over the course of the past 12…
Elkader faces economic development challenges with industrial park in tool bag
ELKADER, Iowa – Economic development looks a little different in a city such as Elkader. The county seat of Clayton County boasts about 1,200 residents…
Local banks seeing high demand for 2nd round of PPP funding
For the second time in as many years, a federal program is providing a lifeline for many businesses, including in the tri-state area, struggling amid…
Glass recycling drop-off center coming to Dubuque grocery store
A third glass recycling drop-off site soon will be up and running in Dubuque. The new container will be at Hy-Vee, 2395 Northwest Arterial, through…
Platteville readying land deal for Fortune 500 company that could employ more than 200
PLATTEVILLE, Wis. — A Fortune 500 multinational corporation intends to occupy a new warehousing, assembly and distribution facility in the Platteville Industrial Park, a $20…
After shuttering Dubuque manufacturing plant, Flexsteel sees signs of financial progress
Halfway through its fiscal year, a Dubuque-headquartered furniture company is showing signs of a resurgence. Flexsteel Industries this week reported sales of $119.1 million in…
Platteville Business Incubator unveils plans for remodel
PLATTEVILLE, Wis. — Platteville Business Incubator officials hope to adapt to changing workforce trends with a $340,000 renovation, the most comprehensive touch-up the structure has…