Business
Stein, earns the Qualifying and Life Member of the Million Dollar Round Table
As part of his ongoing commitment to providing valued service to Farm Bureau Financial Services customers, Farm Bureau agent Randy Stein, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF has recently been recognized as a Qualify... Shopko countdown begins; signs appear at site
The Shopko Countdown is officialy under way; a sign in the building that once housed the Vinton Alco store announed today that the store with a new name and Shopko's green color theme will ope... Council to vote on Shopko 'Class C' liquor license; employment ads continue
The Vinton City Council will vote tonight on approving a Class C liquor license with Sunday sales for Shopko, as the opening of the store in the former Alco building nears.
There is still no o...
Dream Big, Grow Here: Vote for Benton County\'s Cricket Farmer
When starting or growing your business, one thing is for sure: capital is a necessity to make your dreams come true. The Dream Big, Grow Here program is sponsored by the University of Norther... Laborshed Analysis: BDG launches new tool for businesses and job seekers
Benton Development Group is constantly looking for new ways to serve as a resource to our local businesses and communities. With the recent release of the Benton County Laborshed Analysis and...
John\'s Qwik Stop to include food franchise when it reopens in new building
Work continues on the new John's Qwik Stop building and John Ketchen is finalizing negotiations with a couple of franchises that will operate a small food service operation in the new gas stati... Vinton Popcorn Project to soon offer caramel corn; makes connection with past
There’s a new aroma wafting from the popcorn room at Vinton-Shellsburg High School, and an old association helping the entrepreneurs continue their success.
The members of the entreprene... Boom Fest Vendors wanted! VU accepting applications for August 27 event
Applications are now available for the 7th Annual Boom-Fest celebration held in conjunction with the 10th Annual Boomtown fireworks show. Boom-Fest is scheduled for Saturday, August 27, ...
Action Academy: Economic development groups plan nine sessions with SBDC
Benton Development Group, Vinton Unlimited and Belle Plaine Community Development have partnered with the Small Business Development Center to bring a series of engaging educational opportunities t...
Shopko in Vinton: Work under way; company seeks customer service teammates
While there is no official update from the Shopko company on the planned opening of the store in Vinton, work is under way at the former Alco building. Painters have been working inside, applying ...