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Small businesses rely on you! Shellsburg has a surprising number of diverse businesses that would love for you to stop by. Here are a few: |
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Spotlight: Pristine Shots
Pristine Shots provides aerial photography for realtors and large property owners, as well as commercials and advertisements for business owners. Pristine Shots has been open for almost two years. It all started with a general interest in anything remote-control. I bought a professional-level drone, obtained my FAA unmanned aircraft license and the rest is history. I am completely self-taught in this industry, and continuously learning. I work full-time for a nationwide company that sells remote-operated and autonomous robotic mowers as a content creator, and part-time for the largest towing company in eastern lowa as a content creator as well. Both careers provide enough work to stay busy, but I am always looking for that little extra. Prior to photography and videography, I was a diesel tech and home builder for many years. I have a wonderful daughter, Marlee, who is eight. We enjoy camping, fishing, and going on adventures. I would like to see Pristine Shots expand to multiple employees, and be self-sustaining, to the point I can continue the careers that I love in an always uncertain economy. Follow Pristine Shots on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. |
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Past Spotlight: Grow Well Financial, LLC
Addressing individuals' needs and delivering timely customer service are two things I have taken pride in throughout my career. My name is Shelbie Williams, and I am an independent agent with Grow Well Financial, LLC. I help individuals every day understand Medicare benefits and options, while providing guidance to ensure their needs are met and they can make informed decisions.
Prior to joining the insurance industry, I was a dental hygienist. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know my patients’ needs to give them the highest quality of care. I have continued to carry those habits and skills over to my insurance career where I have found my passion. My goal has been to service those in my community with their health and life insurance needs.
Addressing individuals' needs and delivering timely customer service are two things I have taken pride in throughout my career. My name is Shelbie Williams, and I am an independent agent with Grow Well Financial, LLC. I help individuals every day understand Medicare benefits and options, while providing guidance to ensure their needs are met and they can make informed decisions.
Prior to joining the insurance industry, I was a dental hygienist. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know my patients’ needs to give them the highest quality of care. I have continued to carry those habits and skills over to my insurance career where I have found my passion. My goal has been to service those in my community with their health and life insurance needs.
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I am married to my wonderful husband, Maurice, and we have two beautiful daughters: Razaya (8) and Kinsley (4). We reside in Shellsburg, IA near Cedar Rapids. In my free time I enjoy camping, boating, scrapbooking, running, and spending time with my family and friends.
At Grow Well Financial LLC, our mission is to connect our clients with the proper Medicare insurance solutions for their unique situation. Grow Well Financial LLC was founded to advocate for the consumer by putting them in contact with the most appropriate insurance products to protect their assets for life. My emphasis is, but not limited to, working with the senior market. Change is constant so it is vital for retirees to be educated on what their rights and options are to ensure their needs are adequately met. I want my clients to know that I am a professional and knowledgeable agent who is able and willing to assist when needed. I look forward to meeting customers face-to-face and am always available to answer questions so please call me anytime - day or night. |
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Past Spotlight: North Gate Pomskies
We are North Gate Pomskies, a small-town, family Pomsky breeder in east central Iowa. Andrea Grimm and Mayse Grimm are sisters-in-law that live and run their kennel in Shellsburg. Our breeding journey started two and a half years ago. We researched a forever friend for ourselves and after many trials and tribulations we decided we wanted to make the process easier for others. Our love for the Pomsky breed ignited our interest in breeding this incredible puppy. Our primary focus is the F2/F3 Pomsky generation. A happy healthy friend for life is our top priority. All our Pomskies are guaranteed free of over 180 genetic diseases through extensive health and genetic testing on all our dams and sires. Our puppies are also backed by our one-year health guarantee! Meet our pack for more information on our genetic line. Our goal for our kennel is to breed happy healthy Pomskies. We strive to breed for temperament and trainability. We practice puppy culture, litter training, crate training, and desensitization techniques to ensure our pups are well rounded and socialized. Contact us at 319-540-1658 or [email protected], and visit our website at www.northgatepomskies.com |
Pomsky pups
Pomskies
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Past Spotlight: Hair and More
We opened in March of 1995 at 104 Pearl Street. We are open Mon-Tues-Thurs-Fri 1-5. Call for appointments at 319-436-2231. We offer haircuts, perms, coloring, manicures and pedicures. We are a family salon and walk-ins are always welcome and appreciated. As a stylist, I love hair of all kinds, lengths, and different colors, but meeting people is the best part, and always so fun to hear about their different lifestyles.
The shop was previously located in the post office building until 1960, before it moved across the street and has been a salon ever since. I was given the opportunity to purchase the shop prior to 1995 but unfortunately, it wasn't the best time for our family as we had just bought our acreage. So when it came up again we were more than ready. I had been working in Cedar Rapids from 1981-1995 for two different kinds of bosses (which I would highly advise before you own your own business of any kind).
The reason we moved back to a small town was because we wanted to be closer to our kids' school and our home, rather than commuting back and forth to work, and our youngest was starting kindergarten, so I wanted to be home with our kids as long as possible. Today we have four children and eight grandkids. We still enjoy life on our acreage and believe small town living and farming is the best way to raise a family. A native of Shellsburg, I graduated from Shellsburg high school in 1980.
I still go to Rock Ridge Care Center when needed as a way of giving back. The residents and their families appreciate me coming to them so they don’t have to go out in the cold weather to get their hair done. Rock Ridge very generously allowed me to service our customers from their location when a new sidewalk was being built in front of the salon a couple of years ago.
Kevin still works at Roy’s, where he will celebrate 41 years in January! Our customers have been the best! Kevin and I want to thank all our customers for making this work for our lifestyle. If something ever comes up, they have been flexible and great to work with.
Happy holidays!
Kevin & Glennis Miller
We opened in March of 1995 at 104 Pearl Street. We are open Mon-Tues-Thurs-Fri 1-5. Call for appointments at 319-436-2231. We offer haircuts, perms, coloring, manicures and pedicures. We are a family salon and walk-ins are always welcome and appreciated. As a stylist, I love hair of all kinds, lengths, and different colors, but meeting people is the best part, and always so fun to hear about their different lifestyles.
The shop was previously located in the post office building until 1960, before it moved across the street and has been a salon ever since. I was given the opportunity to purchase the shop prior to 1995 but unfortunately, it wasn't the best time for our family as we had just bought our acreage. So when it came up again we were more than ready. I had been working in Cedar Rapids from 1981-1995 for two different kinds of bosses (which I would highly advise before you own your own business of any kind).
The reason we moved back to a small town was because we wanted to be closer to our kids' school and our home, rather than commuting back and forth to work, and our youngest was starting kindergarten, so I wanted to be home with our kids as long as possible. Today we have four children and eight grandkids. We still enjoy life on our acreage and believe small town living and farming is the best way to raise a family. A native of Shellsburg, I graduated from Shellsburg high school in 1980.
I still go to Rock Ridge Care Center when needed as a way of giving back. The residents and their families appreciate me coming to them so they don’t have to go out in the cold weather to get their hair done. Rock Ridge very generously allowed me to service our customers from their location when a new sidewalk was being built in front of the salon a couple of years ago.
Kevin still works at Roy’s, where he will celebrate 41 years in January! Our customers have been the best! Kevin and I want to thank all our customers for making this work for our lifestyle. If something ever comes up, they have been flexible and great to work with.
Happy holidays!
Kevin & Glennis Miller
Corsco Painting staff
Past Spotlight: Corsco Painting
Corsco Painting and Custom Finishes is a family owned and operated business serving Shellsburg, Vinton, Cedar Rapids and the surrounding areas. We can be found online at Corscopainting.com, where you can fill out a request for a quote. You could also call us at (319)436-3807 or check us out on Facebook, Instagram or Linkedin. We offer high quality painting and finishes for both interior and exterior projects.
Owner, Cory Kintzel is a Master Painter who has been in the industry for over 20 years. He started his business, with the support of his wife and family in 2013. For a few years he worked out of a storage garage, catching the attention of builders with his focus on providing quality work. He soon outgrew the storage garage. In 2017 he bought the shop in Shellsburg that is still the home of Corsco.
Corsco today employs 15 people and is still relentless in the pursuit of quality. In addition to that, we strive to be the kind of company our employees are proud to work for. We want to be active in our community and are so happy to call Shellsburg home!
You can find us at 109 Pearl St, Shellsburg, IA 52332 319-436-3807 www.corscopainting.com
Corsco Painting and Custom Finishes is a family owned and operated business serving Shellsburg, Vinton, Cedar Rapids and the surrounding areas. We can be found online at Corscopainting.com, where you can fill out a request for a quote. You could also call us at (319)436-3807 or check us out on Facebook, Instagram or Linkedin. We offer high quality painting and finishes for both interior and exterior projects.
Owner, Cory Kintzel is a Master Painter who has been in the industry for over 20 years. He started his business, with the support of his wife and family in 2013. For a few years he worked out of a storage garage, catching the attention of builders with his focus on providing quality work. He soon outgrew the storage garage. In 2017 he bought the shop in Shellsburg that is still the home of Corsco.
Corsco today employs 15 people and is still relentless in the pursuit of quality. In addition to that, we strive to be the kind of company our employees are proud to work for. We want to be active in our community and are so happy to call Shellsburg home!
You can find us at 109 Pearl St, Shellsburg, IA 52332 319-436-3807 www.corscopainting.com
Past Spotlight: Cedar River Billboard
Cedar River Billboard was formed in 2013 to offer small town affordable advertising to local businesses. Our first structure was south of Shellsburg with more following soon after. We now have almost 30 structures in two counties and three cities. We’ve created partnerships with racetracks and ball diamonds as well as concert promoters. We are currently in the process of building a 7300 square foot commercial space at 105 Taylor Street S.W. formerly the DC Taylor property. When completed there will be a full sign
and sticker shop open daily providing many items to help other businesses grow.
You can reach us at 319-721-3117 www.cedarriverbillboard.com
Cedar River Billboard was formed in 2013 to offer small town affordable advertising to local businesses. Our first structure was south of Shellsburg with more following soon after. We now have almost 30 structures in two counties and three cities. We’ve created partnerships with racetracks and ball diamonds as well as concert promoters. We are currently in the process of building a 7300 square foot commercial space at 105 Taylor Street S.W. formerly the DC Taylor property. When completed there will be a full sign
and sticker shop open daily providing many items to help other businesses grow.
You can reach us at 319-721-3117 www.cedarriverbillboard.com
Past Spotlight: Fusion Image
Hello, my name is Britney Hulshizer, owner/stylist at Fusion Image in Shellsburg. I graduated from Capri College in 2006 and began my journey with renting a chair at a salon in Cedar Rapids for two years before opening my own shop. I opened Fusion Image Salon April 14, 2008, with the hopes I would build a successful business, and here it is 13 years later and my business continues to grow. I love every minute of my job, making people feel great and more beautiful with just a little pampering. I hope to continue to grow and meet new people along the way. Services offered are Haircuts, Colors, Facial/Body Waxing, Tanning, etc.…. Hours are Monday 1-5, Tuesday-Thursday 10-5 and Fri 10-2. After hours appointments only. You can find me at 402 Main St SW, Shellsburg. 319-436-3978.
Hello, my name is Britney Hulshizer, owner/stylist at Fusion Image in Shellsburg. I graduated from Capri College in 2006 and began my journey with renting a chair at a salon in Cedar Rapids for two years before opening my own shop. I opened Fusion Image Salon April 14, 2008, with the hopes I would build a successful business, and here it is 13 years later and my business continues to grow. I love every minute of my job, making people feel great and more beautiful with just a little pampering. I hope to continue to grow and meet new people along the way. Services offered are Haircuts, Colors, Facial/Body Waxing, Tanning, etc.…. Hours are Monday 1-5, Tuesday-Thursday 10-5 and Fri 10-2. After hours appointments only. You can find me at 402 Main St SW, Shellsburg. 319-436-3978.
Past Spotlight: Train Station Family Fitness
Train Station Family Fitness was opened by Kristine and Bob Shultis on January 1, 2016. The objective in opening the business was to provide Shellsburg and surrounding communities with an affordable, clean, family friendly facility that offers a diverse menu of workout options in a relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere, and at competitive prices.
Bob has lived in the Shellsburg community for 16 years. He has participated in multiple sports, most notably tennis and power lifting, and has obtained a personal trainer certification. He enjoys working with members to help them set and achieve their fitness goals, whatever they may be.
Train Station Family Fitness offers a full circuit of weight machines, an extensive assortment of free weight exercise equipment, and cardio equipment including ellipticals, treadmills, bikes, and a rowing machine. Additionally, we have a large open exercise room equipped with bands, Bosu and stability balls, and kicking/punching bags. Bob offers personal training with an emphasis on strength training. The facility is open 24/7 via passkey access to all members. Membership information is available on the website, and Bob is happy to give tours by appointment. There are a menu of membership options to suit students, adults, families, seniors, and anyone who wants to work out seasonally. Bob can be reached via phone or text at 319-202-8862, or by e-mail at [email protected].
I look forward to seeing you at the gym!
Train Station Family Fitness was opened by Kristine and Bob Shultis on January 1, 2016. The objective in opening the business was to provide Shellsburg and surrounding communities with an affordable, clean, family friendly facility that offers a diverse menu of workout options in a relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere, and at competitive prices.
Bob has lived in the Shellsburg community for 16 years. He has participated in multiple sports, most notably tennis and power lifting, and has obtained a personal trainer certification. He enjoys working with members to help them set and achieve their fitness goals, whatever they may be.
Train Station Family Fitness offers a full circuit of weight machines, an extensive assortment of free weight exercise equipment, and cardio equipment including ellipticals, treadmills, bikes, and a rowing machine. Additionally, we have a large open exercise room equipped with bands, Bosu and stability balls, and kicking/punching bags. Bob offers personal training with an emphasis on strength training. The facility is open 24/7 via passkey access to all members. Membership information is available on the website, and Bob is happy to give tours by appointment. There are a menu of membership options to suit students, adults, families, seniors, and anyone who wants to work out seasonally. Bob can be reached via phone or text at 319-202-8862, or by e-mail at [email protected].
I look forward to seeing you at the gym!