128: Loteria, Better than Bingo
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A warm meal, a welcoming space, and a full calendar of community events—this local spot offers more than meets the eye. In the heart of it all is Sarahi Rayo, owner of . From early breakfasts to lively nights, her and her team/family are creating something that feels like home. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
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127: Say it Forward
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Some kids just need a little extra support to unlock big potential. At , families are finding a team ready to help their children thrive. Founder, director and speech-language pathologist Sonia Strueby, has helped create a space where small steps in speech and learning add up to big leaps in confidence. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
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126: Morning Radio with a Local Frequency
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Every weekday morning, Clare Duffy and Eric Hanson step into the studio and start a conversation that feels like it could happen at any kitchen table in the area. Their show, The Morning Scramble on , is built on instinct, timing, and a real connection to the people listening. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
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125: Third Generation, First-Hand Care
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In a shop filled with colorful, vibrant life and memories, Jordyn Christopherson brings generations of care to every stem and bloom. At the , she carries forward the Sueppel legacy. From local regulars to our own mayor, she knows the names—and the needs—of the people who walk through her doors. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
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124: A Brick, a Beam, a Ballard
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Inside one of North Liberty's oldest buildings, architect Andrew Ballard is designing what's next. With , he turns complex projects into purposeful, enduring spaces. His approach favors curiosity, clarity, and collaboration, with a style shaped as much by experience as it is by intent. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
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123: The Answer My Friend is Wattage from the Wind
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More than half of Iowa's energy comes from the wind, which is significant and worthy of rerunning this episode about wind energy. Iowa is second in the U.S. for the production of wind energy and stands mightily with the top producers worldwide. For Jesse Bermel, Director of Midwest Developments at , this is a point of pride. Having discovered his own passion for conservation through his grandparent’s garden, Jesse works with communities toward responsible development for a more sustainable future. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national...
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122: It Takes a Village… and a Sense of Humor
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Parenting is equal parts joy, chaos and mystery. For North Liberty dad, Kyle Sommers, it was also the perfect inspiration for his first book. Illustrated by fellow North Libertarian, Allison McClain, The Oohs and Ahhs of Parenting captures the funny, frustrating, and all-too-familiar moments of raising kids, with enough charm for the whole family. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies, home to tech startups and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
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121: Flavor by Design
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Authentic flavor. Bold design. A drive to bring something truly different to the table. Restaurateurs Ozzy Aguirre, Ariel Barrios and Raul Gomez, part of the Ozzar Group behind Café Tacuba, Mextizo, Tequilero, and now in North Liberty, have created more than just places to eat. They’re building vibrant spaces rooted in heritage, energy, and heart. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business...
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120: Helping to Find Your Best Self
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From the archive in recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness Month. Each year in the U.S. one in five adults will experience a mental illness. Physician assistant and co-owner of in North Liberty, Melissa Gentry, says that the first step in prevention is caring for oneself through diet and exercise. The next step is knowing when to reach out and ask for help. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new...
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119: From the Ground Up
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Regenerative practices aren’t just for sprawling farms or big operations – they can start in a backyard, a garage, even a single compost bin. Adam Schechinger, creator of , is proving just that, using worm castings, biochar, and a whole lot of curiosity to rebuild soil and rethink waste. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.
info_outlineIn a shop filled with colorful, vibrant life and memories, Jordyn Christopherson brings generations of care to every stem and bloom. At the North Liberty Flower Shop, she carries forward the Sueppel legacy. From local regulars to our own mayor, she knows the names—and the needs—of the people who walk through her doors.
North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.