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Hy-Vee partners with Variety – the Children’s Charity for annual round-up campaign to support kids in need

Hy-Vee customers can make a difference by rounding up their purchases to the next dollar, now through Feb. 28, to support children in need across the Midwest. Hy-Vee is once again joining forces with Variety — the Children’s Charity for its annual Round Up campaign, giving customers the chance to support children who are critically ill, at-risk, underprivileged, or living with special needs. Now through Feb. 28, customers can round up their total at the register to the nearest dollar, with 100 percent of proceeds going to Variety’s programs that provide life-changing assistance ...

At the Fair

PILOT MOUND — When the Scott family sets a goal, they accomplish it together. For the owners of Scott Amusements, the list of accomplishments ranges from purchasing an award-winning carnival six years ago, to traveling the state together to support county fairs and festivals, and even ...

Humboldt County FB supports Northern Research Farm expansion

KANAWHA — Curiosity powers innovation at the Northern Research and Demonstration Farm near Kanawha, which has served farmers for decades through field days and more. The Humboldt County Farm Bureau recently donated $5,000 to support the $850,000 capital campaign to construct a new, ...

GreenState introduces financial literacy app

GreenState Credit Union announced a partnership with Greenlight Financial Technology Inc. to better serve families and help the next generation build healthy financial futures. Now, GreenState members will have free access to Greenlight’s award winning family finance app. “GreenState is excited to offer access to the Greenlight app to our members free of charge,” said Jim Kelly, chief growth officer. “ Greenlight’s product offers unparalleled technology and engaging financial literacy tools for kids of all ages. Kids and teens enrolled in the program get hands-on experience ...

Citizens Community Credit Union named to Newsweek’s best in 2025

For the second year in a row, Citizens Community Credit Union was named to Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions for 2025. The list included just three Iowa-based credit unions with Citizens Community Credit Union being the only one of those three to receive a five-star designation. “It’s quite an honor to be recognized again this year and this award is a testament to the efforts of our entire staff. They work tirelessly to make an impact on the financial lives of our members and demonstrate the credit union difference each and every day,” ...

Massage therapy comes to Friendship Haven

Friendship Haven residents, families, and employees will now have an opportunity to relax and enjoy professional massage therapy services. Wandering Wellness, owned and operated by Elisa Bohn, a licensed massage therapist, is now located at the entrance of the Friendship Haven Wellness ...