Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Mapleton Hometown Variety
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Release dated May 18, 2026 titled Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Mapleton Hometown Variety. U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, announced Mapleton Hometown Variety of Monona County as her Small Business of the Week, and says she plans to recognize a small business in each of Iowa's 99 counties. The release says the business was acquired in 1987 by Jerry Koenigs and that Carol has carried on the business since. It describes the store as offering fabric, toys, gifts, home decor, craft supplies, greeting cards, and floral arrangements.
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“Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Mapleton Hometown Variety.”
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Title: Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Mapleton Hometown Variety Date: 2026-05-18 Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Mapleton Hometown Variety May 18, 2026 Read the release on Sen. Ernst's website HERE. Throughout this Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties. RED OAK, Iowa – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the Week: Mapleton Hometown Variety of Monona County. Throughout the 119thCongress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in each of Iowa’s 99 counties. “For nearly four decades, Mapleton Hometown Variety has woven into the fabric of the Mapleton community with quality products, personalized customer service, and a strong commitment to supporting local families,” said Chair Ernst. “From toys to floral arrangements, Carol has consistently led a top-notch team that continues to serve Iowans and define Iowa small businesses.” Acquired in 1987 by Jerry Koenigs, Mapleton Hometown Variety has become a trusted retail destination for residents in Monona County and the surrounding area. After Jerry passed, his wife Carol has carried on his legacy. The store continues offering a wide variety of products including fabric, toys, gifts, home decor, craft supplies, greeting cards, and floral arrangements for any occasion. The business has built a reputation for quality merchandise, convenience, and a welcoming shopping experience rooted in small-town Iowa values. Stay tuned as Chair Ernst continues to recognize outstanding Iowa small businesses with her Small Business of the Week award. ### Permalink: https://www.sbc.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2026/5/ernst-names-small-business-of-the-week-mapleton-hometown-variety
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