Guest column
Understanding sales tax exemptions for manufacturers
Sales tax exemptions are powerful tools that help manufacturers reduce costs, reinvest in operations, create jobs and boost productivity. In a competitive industry, understanding...
Mental health awareness demands collective action
May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a time to reflect, speak out, and come together for a cause that touches every one of...
Unpredictable tariffs are threatening small business survival
The dream of expanding my ice cream business just got shelved – indefinitely. And I’m not alone. Across America, small business owners are battening...
Stop rescuing — start investing
In times of crisis, our instincts often drive us to act quickly – to step in, patch holes, and keep things afloat. In the...
As women increase their wealth use these tips to avoid pitfalls
Women are building their own financial legacies by earning more money than ever, as well as running their own businesses and owning homes that...
Iowa’s role in restoring America’s maritime dominance
President Trump’s Restoring America’s Maritime Dominance Executive Order was issued on April 9, 2025. Iowa is ready.Â
We all appreciate how Iowa is embracing its...
Shelter in Place a solution for all communities concerned about homelessÂ
Each year the Quad Cities has a Low-Barrier Winter Overflow Shelter from December to April 15.Â
This shelter has for many years been situated in...
2025 turning into ‘dream year’ for Clinton projects
When Clinton, Iowa, business leaders developed the Lincolnway Industrial Rail & Air over two decades ago, 2025 was the dream year they had in...
Lessons in succession planning – from the sauna
Regular sauna use – 15-20 minutes, two to four times a week -- provides numerous health benefits, including cardiovascular improvement, muscle recovery, stress reduction,...
Getting back to business: three things that never changeÂ
As the business world shifts and adapts in response to cultural conversations, economic demands, and workplace trends, one thing remains constant: the need for...