New competition offers funds for filling commercial space in downtown Dubuque
Initiative aims to fill commercial space downtown A nonprofit dedicated to supporting economic development in downtown Dubuque has rolled out a new grant program. Dubuque…
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New Dubuque eatery, grocery store delivers ‘Taste of Europe’
Cooking is something of a family tradition for Selma Durakovic and her mother. Now, they seek to share their passion for food locally while bringing…
Playing the name game
When a business colleague remembers your name and uses it while speaking to you, it can be very flattering. If the CEO knows your name…
Furnishing the community: Building quality service, crisis management and camaraderie at Sharon’s Furniture Store
What do running a golf course and managing a furniture store have in common? For Kyle Nelson, it’s about turning customers into friends and providing…
Meet a Local Leader: Scott DeSousa
Scott DeSousa, president of The Friedman Group Scott DeSousa and his wife, Sue, have been married for 38 years. They have two children. His daughter…
NICC creates Strategic Consulting Group
Northeast Iowa Community College has created an executive-level consulting service, the Strategic Consulting Group for business owners and nonprofit agencies. The service will assist clients…
With restrictions lifted, sports gambling in Iowa poised for more growth
The expiration of a key provision in Iowa’s gambling laws quite literally places sports betting at the fingertips of state residents. As of Jan. 1,…
Dubuque manufacturer announces acquisition of Illinois company
A Dubuque-based manufacturing company has acquired an Illinois business employing more than 150 people. A.Y. McDonald recently acquired Val-Matic Valve & Mfg. Corporation, of Elmhurst,…
Galena accepting applications for outdoor dining permits
GALENA, Ill. — Applications now are available for Galena businesses pursuing outdoor dining permits this year. City Council members last week voted to allow outdoor…
Dubuque-based wealth management firm rebranded after acquisition
A Dubuque-based wealth management firm has a new name after its acquisition by a Texas firm. HK Financial Services has been rebranded as Avantax Planning…