June Business Spotlight: Dan and Debbie’s Creamery

May 27, 2022

This month’s Business Spotlight is on Dan and Debbie’s Creamery After nearly 25 years of milking cows, first-generation dairy farmers Dan and Debbie Takes of rural Ely expanded their small dairy farm by adding a production facility and farm-to-market store. Together with four of their six children, in 2016 their value added creamery opened as Dan […]

May Business Spotlight : LaMere Family Travel

April 28, 2022

This month’s Business Spotlight is on LaMere Family Travel. No matter where your final destination is, LaMere Family Travel can cover all the details. You deserve to have a worry-free trip wherever you go. Let LaMere Family Travel plan your next adventure! Owner David LaMere has been in the industry for over 22 years and […]

What is fiber, and how does it benefit me?

April 14, 2022

South Slope is bringing fiber optic technology to homes and businesses in Oxford, but why is this important? Business Development Manager, Bre Horstman, shares helpful information about fiber and why it’s essential for businesses. For more information about our latest network expansion, read Building Fiber Network in Rural Oxford.

April Business Spotlight : iGYM

March 30, 2022

This month’s Business Spotlight is on iGYM. iGYM is a locally-owned gym that first opened in 2013 in Cedar Rapids. From the success of their first location, they opened a second gym in 2016 and recently opened a third in Tiffin. Their mission is to provide health and fitness for EVERY.BODY. iGYM is a health […]

Get Discounted Phone or Internet Service with Lifeline

March 8, 2022

Access to affordable voice and internet service is vital to stay connected in today’s world. People need these services to connect with healthcare providers, potential employers, educational programs, and loved ones. Affordable service remains a challenge for many low-income consumers. The federal Lifeline program helps close the gap for these consumers by offering a monthly […]

March Business Spotlight : Bluebird Café

March 1, 2022

This month’s Business Spotlight is on Bluebird Café. Bluebird Café opened in 2011 and quickly became a North Liberty staple featuring an all-day-breakfast, lunch and dinner. This family-friendly establishment is known for their spicy Krakatoa omelet, mouth-watering cinnamon rolls, and robust coffee, which they sell at Hy-Vee, John’s Grocery and Sam’s Market. Lacey Meyne, Luke […]

Security Tip: Netflix Phishing Scam

January 14, 2022

With today’s population gravitating towards streaming services like Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime Video, it was only a matter of time before scammers started taking action. In a recent attempt to get your personal information, scammers are sending phishing emails that appear to be sent from Netflix. It tells the receiver that they are “unable […]

Modern Technology Propels Amana Colonies’ Hotel Into Future

December 3, 2021

From the outside, the Amana Colonies in East-Central Iowa is known as a place you go to slow down, relax and take a step back in time. But inside the quaint, red brick buildings and gray wooden structures built in the 1800s surges something you might not expect: world-class fiber internet, boasting some of the […]

3 Tips for a Better Internet Connection

November 10, 2021

“Daaaaad, is the Wi-Fi down?” “Hey kids, get off your games. I can’t get on Zoom.” If this sounds familiar, check out our tips for a better internet connection! 1. Testing Your Speed If you see the dreaded spinning circle of buffering, your internet plan may not be fast enough. First, you’ll want to test […]

Realtors can now share $50 rewards with charity of choice!

October 28, 2021

Shout out to all of the Realtors in our area, this #tuesdaytip is for you! Tuesday Tip: Business Development Manager, Bre, is here to tell you about the new updates made to the Refer a Buyer Program! Not only can your home buyer or business owner receiver $50 off of their bill, but now […]

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