Winn-Worth Betco

10/27/2026

💡 Ready to turn great ideas into funded projects?

Winn-Worth Betco area members: Build your grant-writing skills at Grant Writing 101 hosted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Worth County!

📅 November 16, 2026 | 5:30–8:30 p.m.
📍 Worth County Extension Office, Northwood, IA
💲 FREE to attend!

Learn how to identify funders, plan projects, navigate grant applications and improve your chances of success.

Register today! Scan the QR code.

10/13/2026

After 12 years of transformative leadership at Winn-Worth Betco, Executive Director Melissa Michaelis is stepping down to lead Forest City Economic Development starting Nov. 2. She brings extensive expertise in economic development, grant writing, financing, housing advocacy, and regional collaboration, leaving a legacy of significant impact across Winnebago and Worth counties.

“I am incredibly grateful for the chance to serve Winnebago and Worth counties,” Michaelis said.
https://www.winn-worthbetco.com/news/p/item/69931/melissa-michaelis-to-lead-forest-city-economic-development-leaves-lasting-legacy-at-winnworth-betco

09/28/2026

Information is empowering and liberating. Communities that treat transparency as a core discipline, rather than an afterthought, consistently win projects and maintain long-term corporate satisfaction.

Even well-positioned projects can falter when critical details emerge late.

09/24/2026

The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Board approved tax credits for four manufacturing companies, which will assist in the creation of 312 jobs and result in $62.9 million in new capital investment for the state.

Tax incentives for four manufacturers will support the creation of 312 jobs and result in $62.9 million in new capital investment for the state.

09/22/2026

ICYMI: A project years in the making officially became reality as Floyd County Medical Center celebrated the grand opening of its new three-story Rural Health Clinic.

A project years in the making officially became reality Saturday (7/18/26) morning as Floyd County Medical Center celebrated the grand opening of its new three-story Rural Health Clinic. Hundreds gathered outside the new facility for the ribbon cutting ceremony before taking self-guided tours of the...

09/18/2026

Why NIMBYism, political scrutiny, and local opposition are now core site selection risks—not afterthoughts.

Why NIMBYism, political scrutiny, and local opposition are now core site selection risks—not afterthoughts.

09/16/2026

The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) and Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) announced Boone, Grinnell, Le Mars and Maquoketa as the 2027–2028 Iowa Thriving Communities, recognizing their innovation and commitment to advancing housing opportunities.

IFA and IEDA today announced the newly designated 2027 Iowa Thriving Communities.

09/14/2026

"Shovel-ready" means different things to different stakeholders, so it's important to understand what you need from a new site before committing.

A roundup of programs—and the consultants who know what they’re worth

09/10/2026

Two industrial parks in northeast Iowa, Waterloo and Cedar Falls, are among the highest rated so-called shovel-ready properties in North America.

Two industrial parks in northeast Iowa are among the highest rated so-called shovel-ready properties in North America. Site Selectors Guild, which helps communities attract developers, ranked industrial parks in Waterloo and Cedar Falls among the top six on the continent. Lisa Skubal leads economic....

09/08/2026

Industry experts from site selection, construction, law, and supply chain consulting weigh in on what's derailing projects in 2026 — and what it takes to keep deals alive.

Industry experts from site selection, construction, law, and supply chain consulting weigh in on what's derailing projects in 2026 — and what it takes to keep deals alive.