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Algona Museum Crawl planned for September 10

Race cars parked inside at Iowa Racing Hall of Fame

A new event this fall will pair local museums with appetizers and beverage samples. The Algona Museum Crawl will be held on Thursday, September 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. This ticketed event is limited to 150 people and will feature five of Algona’s museum attractions, appetizers from local businesses and samples of craft beer, … Continue reading Algona Museum Crawl planned for September 10

Newcomers and Networking lunch set for August 14

The Algona Area Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) will host a Newcomers and Networking Lunch Meet Up on Friday, August 14 at noon at Citrus Crave in Algona. Lunch events are offered multiple times per year and open to anyone who would like to attend. Gather from noon to 1 p.m. for casual conversation and networking – … Continue reading Newcomers and Networking lunch set for August 14

Top Dog Brewing expands into new downtown location

Top Dog Brewing received a $5,000 forgivable loan by the Algona Area Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) through the Algona Advantage Program. The funds helped owner Ben Gatton expand into a new downtown location that serves locally brewed beers and other beverages, food and ice cream. The business opened at 114 E. State Street in April. … Continue reading Top Dog Brewing expands into new downtown location

Kossuth Childcare Coalition announces funding awards to support and expand daycare

The Kossuth Childcare Coalition has awarded funds to local daycare providers and projects to help sustain and expand childcare options in the Kossuth County area. Applicants could apply for a grant, forgivable loan or a low-interest revolving loan from the coalition, depending on the structure of the daycare and the nature of the project. The … Continue reading Kossuth Childcare Coalition announces funding awards to support and expand daycare

Join the Newcomers Networking Lunch in Algona

Five coworkers discussing ideas around a table with lunch plates, notebooks, and a laptop

The Algona Area Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) will host a Newcomers and Networking Lunch Meet Up on Friday, June 12 at noon at AK’s Chrome Kitchen in Algona. During the lunch, John Robbins from the North Iowa Area Council of Governments (NIACOG) will lead a discussion about Algona and ideas to improve recreation opportunities, economic development … Continue reading Join the Newcomers Networking Lunch in Algona

Local Leaders Discuss Future of Algona’s Economy

Aaron Pearce, Dar Elbert, Nick Gilliland and Betsy Barglof

A panel of local business and industry leaders spoke to an audience of 50 attendees at the third annual Algona Business and Community Forum on Thursday, April 16 at the Tietz Entrepreneurial Center. The panel was facilitated by John Bilsten, General Manager of Algona Municipal Utilities. It included: Aaron Pearce, President and CEO of Pharmacists … Continue reading Local Leaders Discuss Future of Algona’s Economy

Connect and Network: AAEDC Lunch Event in Algona

Join the Algona Area Economic Development Corporation for a networking lunch

The Algona Area Economic Development Corporation (AAEDC) will host a Newcomers and Networking Lunch Meet Up on Friday, April 10 at noon at Billie Joe’s in downtown Algona. Lunch events are offered multiple times per year and open to anyone who would like to attend. Gather from noon to 1 p.m. for casual conversation and networking … Continue reading Connect and Network: AAEDC Lunch Event in Algona

Algona Business Forum: Insights from Local Leaders

Four business leaders to serve on panel

A panel of business and industry leaders in the Algona area will be the feature of Algona’s Business and Community Forum. This free event will be held on Thursday, April 16 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Tietz Entrepreneurial Center on the Algona campus of Iowa Lakes Community College. The four-person panel includes: Aaron … Continue reading Algona Business Forum: Insights from Local Leaders

Kossuth County Childcare Grant Program Now Open

Kossuth Childcare Solutions Fund

Local childcare providers and startup daycares are invited to apply for a new grant program aimed at helping sustain and expand daycare access for Kossuth County families. The Kossuth Childcare Coalition, which includes representatives of Kossuth/Palo Alto County Economic Development Corporation, Algona Area Economic Development Corporation, and the Algona Area Chamber of Commerce, identified childcare … Continue reading Kossuth County Childcare Grant Program Now Open

Join us for the Algona Business and Community Forum

Business and Community Forum on April 16

Local economic development organizations will come together this spring for the annual Algona Business and Community Forum. This free event will be held on Thursday, April 16 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Tietz Entrepreneurial Center on the Algona campus of Iowa Lakes Community College. A panel of leaders representing major employers in the … Continue reading Join us for the Algona Business and Community Forum