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Basketball can be a way out, a way through, or a way forward. For Darryl Moore, owner and head coach at Court 45, it's been all three. From a walk-on at the University of Iowa to a pro career overseas, and now a mentor shaping the next generation, Darryl has lived the long game, on and off the court. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

What starts as a simple game has a way of turning into something bigger; a place to gather, compete, celebrate, and laugh a little louder than usual. BowlDogs brings that energy to North Liberty with lanes, lights, and a lot of unexpected extras. Envisioned by owner Max Albrecht, it's part competition, part hangout and part community experiment. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

A neighborhood bar can be many things — a place to unwind, a place to celebrate, and sometimes where half the week's best stories begin. For nearly two decades, Amanda Lynn-Hruby, her husband John and their team, have kept that spirit alive at J&A Tap with home-cooked food, lively theme nights, and the kind of welcoming chaos only a true local hangout can offer. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

Sometimes, all it takes to connect with nature is a quiet moment and a handful of seed. Wild Birds Unlimited in North Liberty is helping folks rediscover the wonder right outside their windows. Manager Isaac Caron and his team are bringing people and wilderness together—one feeder, one bird song, and one curious visitor at a time. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

A warm meal, a welcoming space, and a full calendar of community events—this local spot offers more than meets the eye. In the heart of it all is Sarahi Rayo, owner of Rayo Mexican Bar and Grill. From early breakfasts to lively nights, her and her team/family are creating something that feels like home. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

Some kids just need a little extra support to unlock big potential. At Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center, families are finding a team ready to help their children thrive. Founder, director and speech-language pathologist Sonia Strueby, has helped create a space where small steps in speech and learning add up to big leaps in confidence. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

 Every weekday morning, Clare Duffy and Eric Hanson step into the studio and start a conversation that feels like it could happen at any kitchen table in the area. Their show, The Morning Scramble on Z102.9, is built on instinct, timing, and a real connection to the people listening. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

In a shop filled with colorful, vibrant life and memories, Jordyn Christopherson brings generations of care to every stem and bloom. At the North Liberty Flower Shop, she carries forward the Sueppel legacy. From local regulars to our own mayor, she knows the names—and the needs—of the people who walk through her doors. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

Inside one of North Liberty's oldest buildings, architect Andrew Ballard is designing what's next. With Studio Combine, he turns complex projects into purposeful, enduring spaces. His approach favors curiosity, clarity, and collaboration, with a style shaped as much by experience as it is by intent. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

More than half of Iowa's energy comes from the wind, which is significant and worthy of rerunning this episode about wind energy. Iowa is second in the U.S. for the production of wind energy and stands mightily with the top producers worldwide. For Jesse Bermel, Director of Midwest Developments at Triple Oak Power, this is a point of pride. Having discovered his own passion for conservation through his grandparent's garden, Jesse works with communities toward responsible development for a more sustainable future. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

Parenting is equal parts joy, chaos and mystery. For North Liberty dad, Kyle Sommers, it was also the perfect inspiration for his first book. Illustrated by fellow North Libertarian, Allison McClain, The Oohs and Ahhs of Parenting captures the funny, frustrating, and all-too-familiar moments of raising kids, with enough charm for the whole family. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies, home to tech startups and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

Authentic flavor. Bold design. A drive to bring something truly different to the table. Restaurateurs Ozzy Aguirre, Ariel Barrios and Raul Gomez, part of the Ozzar Group behind Café Tacuba, Mextizo, Tequilero, and now Xolo in North Liberty, have created more than just places to eat. They're building vibrant spaces rooted in heritage, energy, and heart. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

From the archive in recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness Month. Each year in the U.S. one in five adults will experience a mental illness. Physician assistant and co-owner of Meadowlark Psychiatric Services in North Liberty, Melissa Gentry, says that the first step in prevention is caring for oneself through diet and exercise. The next step is knowing when to reach out and ask for help. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

Regenerative practices aren't just for sprawling farms or big operations – they can start in a backyard, a garage, even a single compost bin. Adam Schechinger, creator of Iowa Worm Farm, is proving just that, using worm castings, biochar, and a whole lot of curiosity to rebuild soil and rethink waste. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.

With autism, the signs of aren't always easy to read. Behavioral indicators can be conflicting and unique to the individual. With younger children it's more of a challenge as their personalities are still developing. Lo Mullins, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at Lighthouse Autism Center, says that early diagnosis is important in that it is so impactful. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional financial and national transportation companies and home to solar energy and tech startups, and entrepreneurs getting their big ideas off the ground. Get to know your new business community.