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This week, we’re talking all things local love—from our favorite hometown businesses to why supporting small shops, creators, and entrepreneurs makes a difference. And who better to join us than Liz Fleming, aka Liz from Iowa? She’s a digital strategist, content creator, and passionate advocate for nonprofits and small businesses, helping them thrive in a world dominated by big corporations.

We’re diving into:

• The first local businesses we ever loved
• The impact of small businesses on our communities
• Creative ways to support local beyond just shopping
• The challenges small businesses face and how we can help

And we’re challenging YOU to buy one thing locally each week for a month! Are you in?

Hit play, get inspired, and let’s show some love to the businesses that make our communities special.

Mentioned:

FIRST LOCAL LOVES:
Donut Boy (Closed) - Dubuque, IA
Reality Check (Closed) - Dubuque, IA
The Shot Tower Inn - Dubuque, IA

Mentions:
Highland Park - Des Moines, IA
The Collective - Des Moines, IA
Maccabee's Kosher Deli - Des Moines, IA
Northern Vessel Coffee - Des Moines, IA
Vietnam Cafe (Merle Hay Mall) - Des Moines, IA

Local Love Game:
The Slow Down Coffee Company - Des Moines, IA
Roux & Lucia - Dubuque, IA

Namaste Athleisure Wear - Dubuque, IA
KIN DSM - Des Moines, IA

Marne - Des Moines, IA
Planted - Dubuque, IA

Raygun - Des Moines, IA
University Library - Des Moines, IA

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Instagram: @LizFromIowa
TikTok: LizFromIowa
Website: www.LizfromIowa.com
Iowa We Can Do Better (Podcast)

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