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April 30, 2023

What Makes Iowa Such a Great Place to Call Home?

People across the country are discovering what Iowans have known for generations—life here offers a unique combination of welcoming communities, beautiful landscapes, and a slower pace that makes it easy to feel at home. In...

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July 21, 2020

How One Entrepreneur Built a Global Business from Elkader

Entrepreneurs today have more flexibility than ever before in where they choose to live and work. For Ketaki Poyekar-Hauber, that flexibility led her from Mumbai, India, to California, and ultimately to Elkader, Iowa. Today, she...

Community Stories, Elkader
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June 17, 2020

Business Success Stories from Clayton County

Across Clayton County, business owners, entrepreneurs, and agricultural producers are building successful operations while contributing to the strength of our local communities. Their stories highlight the innovation, determination, and community connections that make Clayton County...

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June 7, 2020

From Boston to McGregor: Why One Entrepreneur Chose Clayton County

For Brent and Katie Grinna, Clayton County offered something increasingly difficult to find: the opportunity to build a successful career while enjoying the lifestyle and community they wanted for their family. What began as annual...

Community Stories, McGregor, Postville
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May 23, 2020

Smart Farming, Family, and the Future of Agriculture in Clayton County

Agriculture has always been a cornerstone of Clayton County, but today's farms look very different than they did a generation ago. For Jamie and Tony Goodrich, modern technology and innovative farming practices are helping them...

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