Grow Buchanan - Iowa

08/28/2026

🏆 BCEDC INVESTOR SPOTLIGHT: BankIowa has been a champion of our community since 1921. Helping Buchanan Co and surrounding counties bank on our American dreams! Thank you for your partnership in our county's prosperity!

08/27/2026

🏆 BCEDC INVESTOR SPOTLIGHT: Benton's Ready Mixed Concrete

Benton Concrete has been providing high-quality concrete solutions for residential, commercial, and agricultural projects in Buchanan County and the surrounding region. Known for their craftsmanship, reliability, and attention to detail, they help build the foundations that keep our communities strong.

As a local business committed to excellence, Benton Concrete supports economic growth and development in Buchanan County by delivering essential services that help homes, businesses, and infrastructure thrive.

Thank you for your partnership and investment in Buchanan County’s growth and success!

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08/26/2026

BCEDC INVESTOR SPOTLIGHT: Wapsie Valley Creamery is one of the top 4 creameries in the state of Iowa! Thank you for your partnership in our county's prosperity!

08/26/2026

Great opportunity for Stanley residents!

08/26/2026

08/25/2026

🏆 BCEDC INVESTOR SPOTLIGHT: Innovative Ag Services, Co. is a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to supporting local producers with agronomy, feed, grain, energy, and precision agriculture solutions. With deep roots in our rural communities, IAS plays a vital role in strengthening Buchanan County’s agricultural economy. Thank you for your partnership in our county’s prosperity!

08/25/2026

🚨 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 🚨

Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Buchanan County Leadership Series!

Ready to grow your leadership skills, build connections, and make a bigger impact in Buchanan County? This program is designed for emerging and established leaders who want to invest in their community and themselves.

📲 Scan the QR code on the graphic or register here: https://hawkeyecollege.augusoft.net/connect/CourseSeries/CourseSeriesRegistration?CourseSeriesGroupId=508&fbclid=IwY2xjawTm7JJwZG9mA2V4dG4DYWVtAjEwAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzUxNDc3MTU2OTIyODA2MQABHjrOJN-NVekq6ZxmLZqArEdF8PXoGdlk2PF5rSoxh6kmdcZfXgxGDinb5P3x_aem_o5qOKJysoNdtiYYtjtIgxg

08/25/2026

We hope to see you there!

Join us TODAY as we celebrate the dedication of Independence’s new community mural, made possible through a competitive application to the Iowans Create Community Mural Program by Buchanan County Tourism!

Special Guests Include:
• Debi Durham, Director, Iowa Economic Development Authority/Iowa Finance Authority
• Jon Berg, Creative Community Development & Infrastructure Programs Manager, Iowa Economic Development Authority
• Jenna Brownlee, Muralist

📆 Tuesday, August 25
🕒 Time: 11:30 AM
📍 Location: 1st Street and 2nd Ave. NE Independence

08/24/2026

🏆 BCEDC INVESTOR SPOTLIGHT: Butler County REC. Their member-owned utility company provides quality power service to 5,000 consumers including Fairbank! Thank you for your partnership in our county's prosperity.