As soon as you walk in, you’ll see that Vytyl is not a typical grocery store. It’s a modern, global food market offering a wide assortment of fresh and packaged delicacies. Vytyl’s selection often impresses the customers, particularly when they find brands most US stores don’t carry. Vytyl’s brand mission is to be the preferred grocery destination for local shoppers by providing exceptional service, unparalleled variety and cultural inclusivity. Vytyl reflects this throughout their store, in the items they carry and, most importantly, in how they treat their customers and employees.

Veridian Gives Back! It’s part of our vision for the future to play a vital role in enriching our communities. We annually invest $1.5 million in donations, sponsorships, scholarships, grants and more. Last year, we compensated employees for nearly 2,700 hours of volunteer community service. We’re people helping people, and we’re committed to the communities where we all live and work. Learn more at veridiancu.org/community.

​At the Wellness Collective, we are a dedicated team of therapists and mental health professionals that bring unique experiences and modalities to help you achieve better overall wellness. We believe it doesn’t have to be this way. Therapy is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. Whether you’re hoping to increase daily well-being or reduce symptoms of severe mental illness, there is space for you here. Our team is trained in various specialties, but all strive to create a warm, welcoming, inclusive environment for anyone who enters our doors. Working with individuals, couples, families, and children, we approach all walks

Joe and Kristen faced a lengthy and challenging infertility journey, but they remained determined throughout the process. Their path was made easier when Hopeful Mamas came into Kristen’s life at just the right time, providing the support they needed most. After several egg retrievals, medical procedures, and unsuccessful transfers, Joe and Kristen are thrilled to share that they are expecting a baby in the summer of 2025. They strongly believe in the mission of Hopeful Mama and are committed to helping the organization thrive. Joe and Kristen are passionate about fostering a supportive community for others facing similar challenges and

Jennifer and Ryan experienced the grief of unexplained infertility for years, but never gave up hope! After multiple failed IVF transfers, they welcomed their son, Wells, in April 2021. Jennifer and Ryan are passionate about Hopeful Mama Foundation and its mission to support families through the struggles of infertility to ensure that no one feels alone in their journey.

Spare Time Entertainment is best place to play! Our beautiful brand-new facility features luxury bowling lanes, full restaurant and bar, laser tag, escape rooms, tons of arcade games, and more. Perfect for family-friendly outings, birthday parties, celebrations, unforgettable corporate events, meetings, nights out, and so much more. Spare Time Cedar Rapids – Games, Lanes, Food & Fun! (sparetimeentertainment.com)

In 2017, Carissa Votroubek had a revelation that starting her own business was the key to flexibility and a great work life balance. Man was I wrong! It’s been 7 years since we opened our first Scooter’s Coffee location and five stores later, there is no looking back. We have had our fair share of ups and downs over the last seven years, but in these last two years, have really hit our stride. We love being a part of Linn County and giving back to the community that has given us so much. Some keys to success: Find a great location Stay