March 28, 2024

Creston Chamber of Commerce July happenings

I want to begin this month’s article by wishing you all a very HAPPY and SAFE 4th of JULY. Hopefully you will be able to attend many of the events and activities taking place in Creston during the celebration.

I would also like to thank those who work to make our 10,000 Crestonians 4th of July Celebration one of the best in the state. Thank yous go out to Roger Nurnberg, president of the 10,000 Crestonians, the Creston Kiwanis Club, Jerry Hartman, Peggy VanPelt, the City of Creston and last, but certainly not least, our own Shooters. I would also like to thank the various corporate sponsors and individuals who have donated funds to the event. Your generosity makes the event possible every year.

Also a big shout out to the citizens of Creston and the surrounding area that come and participate or enjoy the parade and all of the other activities going on. It really is a great celebration.

For a complete list of the 4th of July activities either stop by the chamber on Hwy 34 to pick up a flyer or visit the chamber website at www.crestoniowachamber.com.

Other activities and events in July include the Crest Area Theatre Group presenting, “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” on July 10, 11 and 12 at the Performing Arts Center in Creston.

The Union County Fair will take place at the fairgrounds in Afton from July 18 to 23. Please visit their website for a schedule of events – www.ucfair.com.

McKinley Park Festival Coming in July

Please mark your calendars for the McKinley Park Festival to be held on July 25 out at McKinley Park. This is a great, fun family event complete with food, Bill Riley Talent Show, kids fishing contest and much more.

Creston Crazy Days and Iowa Sales Tax Holiday Aug. 7-8

Another event that is coming up on Aug. 7 and 8 is Creston’s Crazy Summer Sale Days and the Iowa Sales Tax Holiday – Back Together Again. Crazy bargains will be found throughout Creston on both days. Plan on shopping early and often.

This is an excellent opportunity to find “treasurers” at very reasonable prices and in some cases tax-free (articles priced under $100 on certain clothing and footwear). Shoppers of all ages could not ask for more.

Hi- Five Honor

Congratulations to the following individuals and business for being honored with the
Hi-Five for great customer service for July: Cassie Randle, U.S. Cellular, Ron Higgins and Nathan Dudenhoeffer, Stalkers Chevrolet, The Shop at Hi-Crest Auto, Marlene Wyer and Linda Hewitt, Union County ISU Extension and Michael Phillips, Creston Walmart Super Center.

The Hi-Five allows us to recognize those who make doing business in Creston a rewarding and positive experience. Just call the chamber to honor a business or individual with a Hi-Five.

Gold Star Business Honored

The chamber honored Great Western Bank, 103 W. Taylor Street/Hwy 34 in Creston as the July Gold Star Businesses in Creston. They were nominated by their fellow Crestonians because of the appearance both inside and out of their building. Congratulations.

Just call the chamber to acknowledge a business property and tell us why you think this business should be a Gold Star Business.

June Honor Yards of the Month

The following yards were selected as the June Honor Yards of the Month.

Congratulations to 1010 Crest Drive, 302 Fremont and 200 S. Park.

Flower Pots around Creston

There is a group of people that the chamber would like to thank for agreeing to plant flowers, maintain and care for the flowerpots during the year around the community. They are the Creston News Advertiser, Family Shoes, Curves, Adam Street Espresso, Walters Custom Signs & T’s, Coen Furniture, First National Bank, Tyler Insurance, Union County Courthouse, NAPA of Creston, Boyd Appliance Center, SIRHA, Quilts and Other Notions, Innovative Industries, Van Gelder Clothing, Southwest Iowa Furniture Mart, Wishing Well, R Realty, Connections Agency on Aging, ISU Union County Extensions, IowaWORKS, Upper Crust, Iowa Focus, Creston Chiropractic, Vernie’s Drapery Shop, Creston Veterinary Clinic, She-Nae’s Rescued & Renewed, iWireless, Elite Staffing, Stalkers Chevrolet, Great Western Bank, Ben Adamson, State Farm Insurance, Southern Hills Veterinary Clinic, Jane Brown Physical Therapist, Carroll Family Chiropractic, Hi-Crest Auto & United Super Wash, Quality Glass Company, Punky’s, Precision Optical Group, American Home Design Center, The Old Market Primitives, Antiques & Gifts and Green Accounting & Tax. Your help and assistance is greatly appreciated.

Thank you to Creston True Value, Creston Super Walmart and Green Valley Pest & Lawn Care for co-sponsoring the Yards of the Month, Area of the Month and flowerpot of the month with the chamber.

If you would like to nominate a yard or an area and or a flower pot please call the chamber at 782-7021.

Have a great month.