Edgewood Chamber of Commerce

10/29/2026

EDGEWOOD, IOWA – October 29, 2026 – A group of local investors is joining forces to strengthen Downtown Edgewood, preserve valuable commercial properties, and create opportunities for future business growth.

Through Unbridled, LLC, the group is working toward purchasing the properties at 111–115 North Washington Street, formerly home to Brady's. Plans include opening Reins Cookhouse and Reins Saloon in November, bringing new dining and entertainment opportunities to the community.

Unbridled, LLC is a collective investment by local community members, not an individual purchase. The group's vision extends beyond these properties, aiming to encourage entrepreneurship, support business transitions, and create a model for future downtown reinvestment.

"Downtown Edgewood is the heart of our community, and its future depends on people willing to invest in it," said Elise Bergan, Edgewood Economic Development Coordinator. "These investors are pooling their resources because they believe in Edgewood and want to see it thrive."

The investment is intended to complement, not compete with, existing businesses. Additional dining and entertainment options can attract more visitors, increase local spending, and strengthen the entire business community.

The project also builds on the momentum of Edgewood's recent Take the Reins community input session, where approximately 100 residents shared ideas for the community's future.

"This is about more than purchasing buildings. It's about local people investing in local opportunities and creating a stronger future for Downtown Edgewood," Bergan added.

Interested in Investing or Learning More?
Unbridled, LLC welcomes inquiries from individuals interested in potential investment opportunities or learning more about the project.

Contact the Edgewood Chamber of Commerce & Development Office:
Phone: 563-928-7036
Email: [email protected]

Together, we're investing in more than buildings. We're investing in Edgewood's future.

10/22/2026

This Halloween, let's turn a little friendly competition into a BIG impact for our community!

The Ed-Co FBLA students are hosting a Food Drive on Saturday, October 31st, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Lincolnwood Assisted Living in Edgewood, and we're challenging our entire community to get involved!

🏆 EDGEWOOD BUSINESS CHALLENGE!

We're calling on all Edgewood businesses to step up and see who can collect the most nonperishable food items!

Challenge your employees, customers, neighboring businesses, and friends to participate. Start collecting now and bring your donations to Lincolnwood on October 31st.

Let's see which Edgewood business can bring in the biggest donation! A little friendly competition can go a long way toward helping our neighbors in need.

How to Participate:

Collect: Gather nonperishable food items at your business, workplace, or home.

Drop Off: Bring donations to Lincolnwood Assisted Living on Saturday, October 31st, from 5:00–7:00 PM.

Arrange Pickup: Call 563-928-6412 to arrange pickup of your donations.

Spread the Word: Challenge another business, friend, or neighbor to match or beat your donation!

All donations will go to the Family Resource Center serving Edgewood, Colesburg, and Guttenberg, helping families right here.

❤️ Our Ed-Co FBLA students are stepping up to serve their community. Let's show them that Edgewood businesses and residents are ready to step up alongside them!

Whether you're a small business with two employees or a larger employer with dozens, every donation counts!

Edgewood, the challenge is ON! Who's ready to give?

Thank you for supporting our students, our local families, and the spirit of giving that makes Edgewood such a great place to live and work!

Edgewood Chamber of Commerce

10/21/2026

This was a great kick off to our "Take the Reins" initiative.

We can't wait to get started on the next step!

Ideas and conversation about what is possible in Edgewood took place at Woods Edge Golf Course Oct. 14 as community members shared their visions on how to continue the town’s

10/15/2026

EDGEWOOD, YOU SHOWED UP!

100 PEOPLE. ONE COMMUNITY. A FUTURE WE GET TO SHAPE TOGETHER.

A huge THANK YOU to the people who joined us for Take the Reins! The energy, conversations, and willingness to share ideas made last night a tremendous success.

As Roger Mooney would say, “It didn’t matter if you were 6, 66, or 96.” This event was for EVERYONE. Because building a stronger Edgewood means listening to every generation, every perspective, and every corner of our community.

And listen we did! The feedback gathered last night was meaningful, thoughtful, and full of possibilities for our future.

So, what happens next?

Take the Reins is the beginning of a 12-month journey to turn community input into meaningful action.

This is about more than downtown. It’s about creating a community where our kids want to stay, families want to live, businesses want to invest, and people of every generation can see a future.

Last night was the beginning of something bigger. The ideas belong to you, the vision belongs to all of us, and the work ahead will take all of us.

Let’s see what we can accomplish together!

10/14/2026

10/14/2026

Voting Absentee in Person:

In-person absentee voting at your county auditor's office begins Wednesday, October 14, 2026.

The last day to vote absentee in person is Monday, November 2, 2026. In-person absentee voting is not available at the auditor's office on Election Day itself.

You must show a valid photo ID to vote absentee in person at the county auditor's office.

Track your absentee ballot status at Track My Absentee Ballot.

10/07/2026

🎄 NEW THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! 🎄
BIG BUCKS are coming to Edgewood! 💰
The Edgewood Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with Kinderwood Child Care Center to bring you our FIRST Holiday Chamber Buck Raffle!
🎟️ $10 per ticket — only 1,000 chances available!
Win BIG:
⭐ 1st: $3,000 Chamber Bucks OR $2,000 Cash
⭐ 2nd: $1,500 Chamber Bucks OR $1,000 Cash
⭐ 3rd: $500 Chamber Bucks OR $300 Cash
Tickets are available at the Edgewood Chamber Office, Edgewood Locker & Kinderwood.
❤️ Your ticket supports Kinderwood Child Care Center while giving you the chance to win BIG and keep those dollars right here in our community!
📅 Drawing November 7
Be part of our first one—BUY LOCAL. WIN LOCAL. SUPPORT LOCAL! 🎄❤️💰

10/01/2026