The 2026 Iowa Legislative Session begins January 12 and carries added significance as it marks Governor Kim Reynolds’ final session as governor. As legislators return to Des Moines, the Greater Mason City Chamber of Commerce is prepared to be engaged, present, and advocating on behalf of our members. Chamber staff...
From the President
You may notice something a little different about this month’s Chamber newsletter –and that is intentional. We have refreshed the format to be more editorial in nature, giving us a better way to tell our story and the broader story of Mason City and North Iowa. Much of the Chamber’s...
Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday is a powerful reminder of how important local spending is to Greater Mason City’s economy. According to the National Retail Federation, consumers plan to spend an average of $890 this holiday season on gifts, food, decorations, and other items (NRF, 2024 Winter Holidays Data & Trends). In...