Entries by Eric Woolson

Touting Commitment to Fiscal Responsibility and Quality Services, Brownell to Seek Re-election to Polk County Board of Supervisors

URBANDALE, Iowa – Citing his desire to continue to focus on fiscal responsibility, quality of life issues and improvements to Polk County’s mental health delivery system, Supervisor Robert Brownell announced today that he seek re-election next year. “Throughout my time in office, I’ve intentionally worked with a diverse range of groups and individuals to tackle […]

High-tech Plastics Manufacturer Accumold Breaks Ground on Second Expansion in Four Years

ANKENY, Iowa – Accumold, a global leader in the design, development and production of micro-engineered parts for various high-tech industries, broke ground today on its second expansion in four years. Gov. Terry Branstad, Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds and other government and economic development officials were present to mark the start of a 40,000-square-foot, $10-million expansion […]

After More than 30 Years in Business, Owner of Rare Essentials, Essentials for Men to Sell Entire Inventories and Close Doors

HANOVER, N.H. – The owner of two local retail mainstays, Rare Essentials and Essentials for Men, said today that she will sell both businesses’ entire inventories and close their doors. “Someone once said, ‘Nothing lasts forever. That’s the easiest lesson we all learn in the hardest way.’ They were absolutely right. I’ve loved every day […]

After 27 Years in Eastridge Village, Leibowitz Menswear Moves to East Hills Mall as Owner Prepares for Strong Future

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – Leibowitz Fine Menswear, one of the city’s century-plus businesses, is making a move to a new home after 27 years in Eastridge Village, owner Mark Antle said today. “It’s the right time, really. We have a wonderful new opportunity to go to the mall. It’s a healthy retail environment and it’s […]

Graif Clothing Announces Move to New Location

MANKATO, Minn. — Moving a short way across town is expected to go a long way toward helping Graif Clothing expand both its business and brands, co-owner Randy Appel said today. The Mankato retail mainstay, which has been located in downtown Mankato for 91 years and in its current location at 5 Civic Center Plaza […]

Woolson Nominated for Western Publishing Association MAGGIE Award for Best News Story

Eric Woolson, president and CEO of The Concept Works, is a finalist for the Western Publishing Association’s 2015 MAGGIE Award for Best News Story/Trade for his article “To Mandate or Not?” that appeared in the May 2014 issue of School Transportation News. The story is about Minnesota’s decision to become the latest state to require […]