Generational family-run businesses are the backbone of many communities, offering continuity, personalized service, and a deep-rooted commitment to their local areas. Because of their deep roots in the area, they have a proven understanding of local needs and preferences, and are more likely to reinvest profits locally, contributing to the overall economic vitality of the community. In Carroll County and the surrounding Counties, several such establishments have become cherished operations, each with its unique story and contribution to the areas cultural and economic fabric.
These businesses highlighted below exemplify the resilience and dedication inherent in family-run enterprises. By passing down traditions, adapting to changing times, and maintaining a strong connection to their communities, they continue to thrive and enrich the local landscape.
Each week over the next several months we will be highlighting various participating businesses on our local radio stations KCIM, KKRL, and KIKD plus on our facebook pages sharing their story and bits of their history!
Follow along:
Tuesday, July 8th – Carroll Broadcasting Company
Thursday, July 10th – Auen Distributing
Tuesday, July 15th – Drees Company
Thursday, July 17th – Wall Lake Lumber/Carroll Lumber/Odebolt Lumber/Lake View Lumber
Tuesday, July 22nd – Quandt Auto Salvage
Thursday, July 24th – Rutten Vacuum Center
Tuesday, July 29th – Homecare Options
Thursday, July 31st – Cookies BBQ
Tuesday, August 5th – Macke Motors
Tuesday, August 12th – Mid-Iowa Insurance & Real Estate
Thursday, August 14th – Western Iowa Networks
Tuesday, August 19th – Carroll Sheds
Thursday, August 21st – Prenger’s Slumberland/Flooring America
Tuesday, August 26th – Bierl’s Carpet One
Thursday, August 28th – Brown’s Shoe Fit
Thursday, September 4th – Drees Oil
Thursday, September 11th – Touch of Country
Thursday, September 4th – Drees Oil
Thursday, September 11th – Touch of Country
Tuesday, September 16th – Bruner, Bruner, Reinhart & Morton
Thursday, September 18th – Commercial Savings Bank
Tuesday, September 23rd – Olsen, Muhlbauer & Company
Thursday, September 25th – Jacobsen Seed
Tuesday, September 30th – Pokey’s Caramel Apples
Thursday, October 2nd – Feld Fire
Tuesday, October 7th – A Fun Top and Jeans
Thursday, October 9th – Windstar Lines
Tuesday, October 14th – Performance Tire & Service
Thursday, October 16th – Culver’s
Thursday, October 23rd – Volquartsen Firearms
Thursday, October 16th – Culver’s
Thursday, October 23rd – Volquartsen Firearms
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