11 Feb 2026

Iowa Pork Producers Providing Statewide Hunger Relief

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (February 11, 2026) — Iowa pork producers are stepping up once again in 2026 to fight food insecurity with the return of Pork in the Pantry, a statewide effort that delivers nutritious, high-quality protein to Iowans in need.

10 Feb 2026

Hy-Vee Shares Top Five Gifts to Give Your Valentine

By Zach Tecklenburg

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (February 10, 2026) — In advance of Valentine’s Day, Hy-Vee has put together the top five gifts for Valentine’s Day based on popular trends. The top five items include:

06 Feb 2026

Global “Dubai Chocolate” Trend Arrives in the Quad Cities — Handmade by Refugee Artisans

By Leslie Klipsch

DAVENPORT, IOWA (February 6, 2026) — A chocolate trend that’s been capturing attention for its rich flavor and Middle Eastern roots has found a home in the Quad Cities — and it’s being handcrafted by refugee neighbors rebuilding their lives.

06 Feb 2026

Hy-Vee Culinary Expert Predicts Top Snack Trends for the Big Game

By Zach Tecklenburg

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (February 6, 2026) — One of the culinary experts at Midwest retail grocer Hy-Vee is sharing his picks for what he sees as the top trends for fans hosting watch parties for this weekend’s big game at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Hy-Vee Chef Alex Strauss develops recipes for Hy-Vee’s in-store offerings and creates unique entrees for Hy-Vee’s catering customers. Here’s what Chef Alex sees as the hottest snack trends for this weekend’s watch parties:

02 Feb 2026

Hy-Vee Introduces Dietitian Dishes, New Line of Medically-Tailored Meals

By Zach Tecklenburg

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (February 2, 2026) — To help support customers throughout their health journey, Hy-Vee’s registered dietitians have introduced a new line of frozen medically-tailored meals called Dietitian Dishes.

28 Jan 2026

Happy Joe’s Reflects on a Milestone Year of Growth, Recognition, and Community Impact

By Jay Brasher

DAVENPORT, IOWA (January 28, 2026) — 2025 has been another great year for Happy Joe’s Pizza and Ice Cream. Not only did the long-standing Midwest brand strengthen its franchise pipeline, but it also celebrated significant industry recognition and national acclaim, highlighting a year of growth and momentum for Happy Joe’s.

21 Jan 2026

Iowa Counties Recognized for Leadership in the Pork Industry

By Kevin Hall

DES MOINES, IOWA (January 21, 2026) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) honored the commitment and passion of local leaders within the state’s pork industry during the annual Iowa Pork Congress in late January. The event highlighted the achievements of county organizations for their leadership and efforts in advancing pork production and promotion across Iowa.

County Outreach Award Winners

02 Dec 2025

Iowa Pork, Fareway Serve Up Bacon and Hope on Giving Tuesday

By Kevin Hall

DES MOINES, IOWA (December 2, 2025) — Community leaders, Fareway Stores, and the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) have joined Central Iowa Shelter and Services (CISS) for the ninth-annual Giving Tuesday breakfast, preparing and serving hundreds of warm meals to individuals experiencing homelessness across three Iowa communities.

01 Dec 2025

Iowa Pork, Fareway, Local Leaders to Feed Community at Ninth Annual Giving Tuesday Event

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (November 25, 2025) Community leaders, state legislators, city council members, Fareway Stores and the Iowa Pork Producers Association will gather at Central Iowa Shelter and Services (CISS) on Tuesday, December 2 for the ninth annual Giving Tuesday event, titled “Flipping for Good”.

24 Nov 2025

Local GIFT Gardeners Donate Thousands of Pounds of Fresh Produce

By Leslie Klipsch

DAVENPORT, IOWA (November 24, 2025) — As the growing season comes to a close, the Quad Cities community has something to celebrate: Home gardeners and community volunteers across the region turned their summer harvests into thousands of pounds of fresh produce for neighbors in need. The effort — which began as a simple invitation to “grow a little extra” — blossomed into a movement of generosity, culminated with a celebration on Monday, November 24, at Tapestry Farms in Davenport.

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