The economic development organizations in northwest Iowa are once again teaming up to offer the Dream Big Grow Here business grant contest to our region. The Dream Big Grow Here contest is an opportunity for entrepreneurs and small business owners to fulfill their dreams of self-employment or expansion of their current business. The contest allows entrepreneurs the chance to submit their dreams to start or expand a business, then encourage friends, family, and customers to vote for them online.

Kinseth Hospitality hosted a ground-breaking ceremony for the new Courtyard by Marriott hotel on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at 11:00 am at the Sioux City Convention Center atrium and adjacent construction site.  The new $22 million 151-room Courtyard hotel will be constructed and owned by Kinseth, with completion scheduled for the fall of 2019.

The Sioux City Economic Development Department wants to encourage and highlight Sioux City employers who show pride in the appearance of their business property by awarding selected businesses the Pride of Sioux City: Business Beautification Award.

A committee comprised of local business professionals and city staff will select Sioux City companies from a list of nominations to receive the Pride of Sioux City award. The recognition will be awarded and presented at the City Council meeting.