Small Business Spotlights


  • Small Business Spotlight: Brewing Success in Marshalltown

    posted on Wednesday, May 7, 2025

    What began as a retirement dream has blossomed into a community favorite. Scooter's Coffee in Marshalltown opened on December 31, 2021, just two months after construction began. Serving espresso, coffee, specialty drinks, along with smoothies, pastries, and breakfast options, the location has quickly become a go-to spot for morning pick-me-ups and afternoon boosts.

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  • Small Business Spotlight: Generations of Jewelers

    posted on Tuesday, May 6, 2025

    A business built on integrity, Hellberg's Jewelers is the only locally owned family jewelry store in Marshalltown. Known for their fine jewelry, unique gifts, and elegant signature gift wrap, Hellberg's is certainly a true gem in our community.

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  • Small Business Spotlight: Bringing a Unique Taste to Marshalltown

    posted on Monday, May 6, 2024

    Tannin Wine Bar, which originally opened in 2018, was purchased by Gary and Megan Lanfier in January 2023. The small restaurant and bar serves wine, craft beer, and food options ranging from snacks to dinner. Since taking over the business, the Lanfiers have made it a priority to host many events, including live music, trivia, and music bingo. On top of all that, Tannin is also a rental space perfect for baby or bridal showers and anniversary, graduation, birthday, and work parties.

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  • Small Business Spotlight: Lifting Weights and Boosting Confidence

    posted on Friday, May 3, 2024

    In January 2023, Jake Reynolds opened Black Iron Barbell, a gym that caters to all fitness levels, from beginners to competitors. The gym houses equipment for a variety of different pursuits, including general fitness, weightlifting, powerlifting, strong man, bodybuilding, and even some CrossFit equipment.

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  • Small Business Spotlight: Rebuilding Marshalltown One Pane at a Time

    posted on Thursday, May 2, 2024

    Marshall Glass, Marshalltown's only commercial glass shop, has been a staple in the community since it opened its doors in 1989. The store provides a variety of products and services, including the installation of commercial storefronts and doors, residential windows that have lost their seal to help repair the energy efficiency within the home, and automotive glass.

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