CLARION — U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst, chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, announced her Small Business of the Week: Leah Jean Boutique of Wright County.

“Leah Jean Boutique is a wonderful example of the dedication and community spirit that has become tailored to Iowa small businesses,” said Ernst, a Republican. “Through personalized service, thoughtfully curated products, and meaningful local involvement, Leah Jean Boutique has become a trusted destination for families across north Iowa.”

Founded in 2018 by Brittany Leah Howieson and Donna Jean Ahrends, Leah Jean Boutique is a woman-owned small business offering children’s apparel, toys, gifts, accessories, and other family-oriented products. Established to help strengthen Clarion’s small-town Main Street, the boutique has become known for its welcoming atmosphere and “for moms, by moms” approach, with Howieson and Ahrends personally selecting products they trust and use themselves.