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Waukon Apartment Project Breaks Ground

August 20, 2024 (DES MOINES, IA) – Gov. Reynolds and the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) today announced …

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Allamakee County Child Care Coalition 

If you are interested in attending an Allamakee County Child Care Coalition meeting, please reach out to Val …

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ACED Annual Meeting Invite

Save the date! ACED partners join us Thursday, October 17, 2024 at TJ Hunter’s Banquet Hall (377 Main …

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Prime Real Estate for Sale: 201 Rossville Rd, Waukon, IA 52172

Now available – PRIME real estate in the heart of downtown Waukon, IA. Buildings are currently used as …

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Lansing Bridge Updates

The Iowa and Wisconsin DOTs have developed a website where you can get the latest information and sign …

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iLEAD Symposium Recap

(Clinton, IA) – Iowa Travel Industry Partners (iTIP) gathered statewide partners to host the iLEAD Leadership Symposium February …

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Workshop Recaps

2024 Spring Workshop Recaps

Allamakee Energy District Workshop Photo by Joe Moses, Waukon Standard Allamakee Energy District hosted a workshop for municipalities, …

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Workshop Recaps

Transforming Allamakee County, One Building at a Time

It’s been an exciting journey since the introduction of the Allamakee County Facade Improvement Grant. Today, we stand …

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Partnership Form is Due

We’re thrilled to invite you to be a part of the ongoing growth and development of Allamakee County! …

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Join Community Connectors

Looking to expand your network and become an integral part of a thriving community in Northeast Iowa? Look …

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Social Media Series

Are you ready to elevate your business’s social media game? The Northeast Iowa Business Network (NIBN) is here …

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2023 Cloy Kuhse Positive Impact Award Winner

Allamakee County Economic Development & Tourism (ACED) is happy to announce Hall Roberts’ Son as the 2023 Cloy …

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Allamakee County Housing Assessment

As Allamakee County seeks to support its businesses and attract and retain the needed workforce, ensuring adequate, decent …

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Iowa Byways Local Legends Passport

IOWA BYWAYS LOCAL LEGENDS BYWAY PAssport PROGRAM lowa Scenic Byways 2023 Mobile exclusive Instantly delivered via text and …

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Allamakee County Fair Recap & Countywide Housing Study

ACED Booth at the Pavilion Thursday, July 20 11-8; Friday, July 21 11-8; and Saturday, July 22 9-2. …

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August Radio Show

Hi, this is Val Reinke with Allamakee Economic Development & Tourism, the host for Wow Who Knew in …

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Wow Who Knew Radio Show

RSVP Seeking Advisory Council Member

RSVP = Retired Senior Volunteer Program Mission Statement: Northeast Iowa RSVP matches the skills and interests of volunteers who …

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Waukon Housing Round Table Recap

On Tuesday, July 11 at 6 p.m. Waukon Housing Round Table attendees filled the room at NICC Waukon …

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Seeking 2023 Nominations: Cloy Kuhse Positive Impact Award

Allamakee County Economic Development (ACED) is seeking nominations for the 2023 “Cloy Kuhse Positive Impact Award”. To be …

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The Learning Tree Childcare Center Opening in Lansing

3 Year Old Preschool at Meehan Memorial Lansing Public Library Basement Program Features We will be accepting students …

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Wow Who Knew Radio Show

Hi, this is Val Reinke with Allamakee Economic Development & Tourism, the host for Wow Who Knew in …

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Wow Who Knew Radio Show

Shark Tank Camp Recap

Shark Tank Camp aka Building Your Own Business Camp for kids was held June 27 and 28. There …

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Seeking Multi-Family Housing Developer

5 acres shovel ready 72 units, developed in 2 phases for workforce housing New subdivision at 8th Ave …

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Thrifty with a Compass Visits Allamakee County

Thrifty with a Compass was in Allamakee County the first weekend of June. Check out their Instagram Reel …

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Business Incentives to Start, Relocate, and Grow

Allamakee County offers a variety of financial incentives to businesses: Local Programs & Contacts Business Planning & Consulting …

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Small Business Resilience Toolkit

Disaster preparedness is nothing new to governments, businesses, and development organizations. The well-laid plans to be used in …

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Northeast Iowa Resources & Links

Below is a list of regional organizations and resources offering assistance to new and expanding small business and …

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Thinking of Starting A Business?

Starting a business in Iowa involves several steps, including planning, completing legal requirements, and making financial decisions. These …

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What is Economic Development?

Key Economic Development Strategies These one-page flyers describe the “why” and impact of core economic development strategies, including …

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Commercial Properties Eligible for Facade Grant

Allamakee County has officially established the Allamakee County Facade Improvement Grant, which will provide eligible applicants with financial …

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2022 Cloy Kuhse Positive Impact Award Winner

Allamakee County Economic Development & Tourism (ACED) is happy to announce Welsh’s Village Farm & Home – Lansing …

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