27 Dec 2023

Happy Joe's Cooks Up Extra-Large Success in 2023, Looks to Go Even Bigger in 2024

By Jay Brasher

DAVENPORT, IOWA (December 27, 2023) — There’s no such thing as too much pizza, too much ice cream, or too much good news.

20 Dec 2023

Credit Card Fees, Alcohol Issues, and Graduated Work Driver’s Licenses Top 2024 Legislative Issues for Iowa Restaurant Association

By Iowa Restaurant Association

DES MOINES, IOWA (December 20, 2023) — The Iowa Restaurant Association has announced their priorities for the 2024 Iowa Legislative Session. The Association, which advocates on behalf of the state’s 6,000+ restaurants and bars, intends to weigh in on a wide range of topics, from education and recognition of credentials to highly-allocated alcohol and THC drinks.

2024 state legislative priorities include:

20 Dec 2023

Iowa Pork Wins Best Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Deal of 2023 Award for Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon Promotion

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (December 20, 2023) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association’s viral “Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon” marketing initiative with Iowa State football players was named the 

09 Oct 2023

Cookies and Dreams Partners with NAMI to Smash Stigma on World Mental Health Day

By Cookies and Dreams

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 9, 2023) — In honor of World Mental Health Day on October 10, Cookies and Dreams, is delighted to announce a meaningful partnership with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). Together, they aim to raise awareness and support for mental health by unveiling a limited-edition "Hulk Smash" cookie.

02 Oct 2023

Finalists Named for Iowa's Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin Contest

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE IOWA (October 2, 2023) — Following a record high of more than 9,000 nominations, the prestigious title of “Iowa’s Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin” is down to just five restaurants.

25 Sep 2023

Iowa Hotel and Lodging Association (IHLA) Announces Inaugural Honorees for Statewide Industry Awards

By Jessica Dunker

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA — (September 25, 2023) The Iowa Hotel and Lodging Association (IHLA) has announced its inaugural honorees for the group’s statewide industry awards. Each honoree was selected by the IHLA Board of Directors and will be recognized at an awards luncheon on October 2, 2023 at The Rewind Hotel in West Des Moines. Each will also be featured in videos on the IHLA’s Youtube channel.

25 Sep 2023

Iowa Pork Enters Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) Agreement with Iowa State football Players Myles Purchase, Tyler Moore, Tommy Hamann, and Caleb Bacon

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (September 25, 2023) — The Iowa Pork Producers Association is partnering with four Iowa State University football players to promote the pork industry. Through an NIL (name, image, likeness) deal, Cyclones Myles Purchase, Tyler Moore, Tommy Hamann, and Caleb Bacon are leading the new “Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon” marketing campaign. The goal is obviously to push Iowans to buy pork products. More specifically, they want you to purchase more ham and bacon.

04 Aug 2023

Restaurateurs’ Passion for Crêpes Inspires New Culinary Endeavor

By Kirk Marske

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (August 4, 2023) — The Crepe Corner is now open at 1606 5th Avenue, Moline, Illinois.

Although this is a new Quad City dining experience, it is the creation of two experienced restauranteurs — Tony and Christy Pham, co-owners of Le Mekong Viet Cuisine Restaurant in downtown Moline.

25 Jul 2023

Siblings Keep Happy Joe’s Egyptian Expansion in the Family

By Mario Zavala

CAIRO, EGYPT (July 25, 2023) — Happy Joe’s Pizza and Ice Cream recently celebrated the opening of its newest Egyptian location in the SODIC shopping district of Giza.

17 Jul 2023

BBQ and Brew at the Ballpark Raises More Than $20,000 for Iowa Food Banks and Pantries

By Kevin Hall

CLIVE, IOWA (July 17, 2023) — More than $20,000 worth of ground pork will be provided to Iowa food banks and pantries because of the inaugural BBQ and Brew at the Ballpark, held last Saturday, July 15, at Principal Park in Des Moines. The Iowa Pork Producers Association partnered with the Iowa Cubs and non-profit organization Cactus Cares for the event.

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