03 Oct 2025

Finalists for Iowa's Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin Contest Revealed

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (October 3, 2025) — Iowa’s beloved Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich is back in the spotlight as the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) narrows its annual competition from forty contenders to just five finalists.

02 Oct 2025

Smiles on Wheels: Happy Joe’s Brings Joy to Communities with New Food Truck

By Jay Brasher

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 2, 2025) — Happy Joe’s Pizza and Ice Cream is rolling out its first branded food truck to bring the restaurant’s family‑friendly experience to neighborhoods

30 Sep 2025

Happy Joe’s Expands Leadership Team with Four Key Executive Appointments

By Jay Brasher

DAVENPORT, IOWA (September 30, 2025) — Happy Joe’s Pizza and Ice Cream is building momentum with the addition of four seasoned leaders to its executive team: Abby Rock as vice presi

24 Sep 2025

Dunn Brothers Coffee Brews Up Buzz with Free Coffee for Guests on National Coffee Day

By Megan Zacharias

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA (September 24, 2025) — Dunn Brothers Coffee, the nearly forty-year-old Minneapolis-based brand, is brewing up an enticing offer for guests on National Coffee Day, Monday, September 29.

13 Sep 2025

Join the LeClaire Wine Stampede September 20

By Wide River Winery

CLINTON, IOWA (September 13, 2025) — Gather your friends and family for an unforgettable afternoon of Iowa wine, shopping, and community spirit in historic, charming LeClaire, Iowa.

10 Sep 2025

Pizza with a Purpose: Happy Joe’s Delivers Compassion Even When it’s Not Easy

By Jay Brasher

DAVENPORT, IOWA (September 10, 2025) — In a time when many brands are focused on cutting costs, Happy Joe’s continues to invest in what matters most: lifting up others.

13 Aug 2025

Big Grove Doubles Its Community Support During Neighborhood Block Party Events and Double Donation Weekend

By Bryan Farrell

IOWA CITY, IOWA (August 13, 2025) — Block party season is here — and Big Grove Brewery is bringing the good vibes and good deeds. From Friday, August 15, through Sunday, August 17, all Iowa Big Grove locations will host the Neighborhood Block Party weekend — a celebration of our local neighborhoods and powering community projects.

06 Aug 2025

Free Tropical Leis for First 1,000 Hawaiian Hog Customers at Pork Tent

By Kevin Hall

DES MOINES, IOWA (August 6, 2025) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) is turning up the heat and the flavor at this year’s Iowa State Fair with the début of the Hawaiian Hog, a bold new sandwich that celebrates the versatility of pork and the creativity of Iowa’s pig farmers.

30 Jun 2025

Third Annual BBQ and Brew at the Ballpark Raises $20,000 for Iowa Food Banks

By Kevin Hall

DES MOINES, IOWA (June 24, 2025) — Hundreds of Iowans gathered at Principal Park on June 21 for the third annual BBQ and Brew at the Ballpark, raising more than $20,000 to support food banks across the state. The family-friendly event was presented by the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) in partnership with the Iowa Cubs and Fareway Stores.

16 Jun 2025

BBQ and Brew at the Ballpark Returns Saturday, June 21

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (June 16, 2025) — The countdown is on! BBQ and Brew at the Ballpark is back for its third year

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