MILO LOCKER

Milo, IA 
MiloLockerMeats.com

Angie and Darrell Goering have proudly owned the Milo Locker since 2001. This past November, they announced the sale of their beloved business as they prepare for retirement. However, they have committed to staying on as general managers in 2025, guiding the new owners, Won Yang and Powell Chee, through the transition. The Goerings first discovered the business when a friend from church mentioned it was for sale. Over the years, the Milo Locker flourished under their ownership, earning a reputation in the community not only for exceptional meat processing but also for their unwavering support of local organizations in Warren County. In 2020, the business took a significant step forward, relocating to a modernized facility on Main Street that improved operations, increased efficiency, expanded capacity, and enhanced the retail side of the business.

RATHBUN FISH HATCHERY

Moravia, IA
IowaDNR.gov/About/Hatcheries/Rathbun-Fish-Hatchery

The Rathbun Fish Hatchery is a specialized warm-water facility, primarily raising channel catfish and walleye, with other species grown based on stocking requests throughout Iowa. The hatchery operates in water temperatures between 50°F and 90°F. Each year, over 100,000 eight-inch fingerling catfish, 75,000 two-inch catfish, 70 million walleye fry, and various walleye fingerlings are produced and stocked statewide in Iowa's ponds, rivers, and more than 250 lakes and reservoirs. 

The hatchery’s history dates back to 1970 when planning began, with construction starting in 1974 and completion in 1977. The nearly $6 million project was funded by the Iowa Legislature, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and hunting and fishing license sales. Annual operating funds are entirely supported by the sale of these licenses. The facility initially featured 40 indoor raceways, 20 outdoor semi-circular tanks, and ten one-acre ponds added in 2000.

PRAIRIE ROSE AT HONEY CREEK RESORT (Lunch Stop)

Moravia, IA
HoneyCreekResort.com

The Prairie Rose Restaurant, nestled within the picturesque Honey Creek Resort in Moravia, Iowa, offers a warm, inviting atmosphere paired with stunning views of the resort’s scenic surroundings. Known for its exceptional service and delicious menu, the restaurant features a variety of dishes crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, delivering a true taste of Iowa. Whether you're enjoying a hearty breakfast, a casual lunch, or an elegant dinner, the Prairie Rose combines comfort and fine dining with a relaxed, resort-style setting.

OVERNIGHT ACCOMODATIONS - HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS

417 East 13th Street, Kansas City, MO

Welcome to Holiday Inn Express Kansas City Downtown! You’ll find us conveniently located near I-70, I-35, I-29, and US 71 making this one of the best places to stay while visiting Kansas City. Guests love our location near the buzzing Power and Light District, putting world-class dining and entertainment right at our doorstep. Our family-friendly property is also close to fun attractions like LEGOLAND Discovery Center and SEA LIFE, Kansas City’s aquarium. We hope you also get the chance to enjoy a meal at one of the famous Kansas City barbeque spots during your stay. We highly recommend checking out Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que and Q39!

FREE EVENING ENJOYING THE KANSAS CITY POWER AND LIGHT DISTRICT

50 East Street, Kansas City, MO
PowerAndLightDistrict.com

The Kansas City Power & Light District is a dynamic nine-block neighborhood offering world-class dining, entertainment, shopping, and more. Since its 2008 opening, this $850 million development has drawn over 95 million visitors, playing a key role in downtown Kansas City’s revitalization.

Developed by The Cordish Companies and designed by Beyer Blinder Belle and 360 Architecture, the district is named after the iconic Kansas City Power and Light Building. Construction began in 2004, with McFadden’s Sports Saloon opening in 2007, followed by a series of restaurants and entertainment venues in 2008. The renovated Midland Theatre and Cosentino’s Market Downtown—Kansas City’s first grocery store in over 50 years—opened in 2008 and 2009, respectively. In 2015 and 2018, the district expanded with luxury apartments, and new amenities like Spark KC co-working space followed.

Managed by The Cordish Companies, the district’s events, restaurants, and attractions continue to make downtown Kansas City one of the Midwest’s most exciting destinations.

THE ROASTERIE COFFEE COMPANY

Kansas City, MO
TheRoasterie.com

From the start, for the Roasterie Coffee Company, offering direct trade coffee made perfect sense—partnering with farmers, paying above market value, and building lasting, mutually beneficial relationships. Today, it’s more vital than ever. This year, 80% of our coffee comes from farms and communities we are deeply invested in for the long term. These relationships are the foundation of everything we do, from sourcing exceptional coffee to serving it in our Kansas City cafés.

Locally owned since 1993, we bring the same commitment to fostering long-term connections with our Kansas City customers, many of whom have been with us for decades. To ensure the freshest coffee, we offer next-day delivery for local orders.

THE SHATTO MILK COMPANY

Osborn, MO
ShattoMilk.com

In the mid-1980s, Leroy and Barbara Shatto took over the family dairy farm. By the 1990s, many local dairies were shutting down due to low milk prices. By the mid-90s, the Shattos faced the reality that their farm couldn’t survive much longer.

In 2001, they began exploring the idea of bottling milk from their remaining herd to offer the freshest, best-tasting milk in Kansas City and St. Joseph. On June 4, 2003, Shatto Milk Company made its first delivery to just under 10 stores in the Kansas City area. Thanks to their vision, the family farm was saved. Today, the Shatto family’s commitment to the farm and their community is stronger than ever.