Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Cobblestone Ballroom & Event Center
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Press release dated February 2, 2026 from U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, naming Cobblestone Ballroom & Event Center of Buena Vista County her Small Business of the Week. It says the ballroom was founded in 1929 in Storm Lake, Iowa, and is now owned by Natalie and Nathan Schumann and Jennifer and Chad Hustedt. It says the owners bought the historic building in 2022 and invested in extensive renovations. The ballroom hosts live music, trivia nights, weddings and other special events.
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“Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Cobblestone Ballroom & Event Center.”
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Title: Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Cobblestone Ballroom & Event Center Date: 2026-02-02 Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Cobblestone Ballroom & Event Center February 2, 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: Cobblestone Ballroom & Event Center of Buena Vista County. Throughout the 119th Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in each of Iowa’s 99 counties. “Cobblestone has succeeded in bringing people together with their delicious food, live events, and beautiful venues,”said Chair Ernst. “Through hard work and dedication, the Schumanns and Hustedts have restored a historic space for the Buena Vista County community to come together and create joyful memories.” Founded in 1929 in Storm Lake, Iowa, Cobblestone has long served as a cornerstone for community gatherings and celebrations. Today, under the ownership of Natalie and Nathan Schumann and Jennifer and Chad Hustedt, the ballroom proudly carries on its traditions of hosting live music, trivia nights, weddings, and other special events. After purchasing the historic building in 2022, the owners invested in extensive renovations to preserve its character while preparing it for future generations, ensuring Cobblestone continues to play an important role as a welcoming gathering place for the Buena Vista community. 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/2026/2/ernst-names-small-business-of-the-week-cobblestone-ballroom-event-center
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