DES MOINES, IOWA (August 27, 2026) — The Iowa Restaurant Association (IRA) has announced their 2026 Celebrating Excellence Awards, recognizing individuals and businesses whose leadership, service, and contributions have made a significant impact on Iowa’s hospitality industry. The honorees will be recognized as part of the Association’s 31st Annual Celebrating Excellence Awards Ceremony, Monday, October 19, at Prairie Meadows in Altoona.
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