City: Indianola
Job Title: Owner/Operator of Gib's Indianola A&W
I am a: Native
College Alma Mater: Iowa State University
James McConnell lives in Indianola, located south of Greater Des Moines (DSM) and is the Owner/Operator of Gib's Indianola A&W. James enjoys visiting the Iowa State Fair every summer and enjoys local restaurants such as Noah's Ark Ristorante.
Entrepreneurship
Nature and Outdoor Recreation
Food and Drink
Sports
Raising Kids in DSM
Des Moines has big city lights with a small-town feel, a young industry with endless opportunities and neighborhoods full of good times.
James loves the Greater Des Moines (DSM) food scene with his favorite, Noah’s Ark Ristorante, located in Downtown DSM. With the old-school decor and a mural from 1957, this DSM staple is a must try.
When the end of July rolls around, James can be found enjoying the National Balloon Classic in Indianola. This event draws in over 100 balloons and skilled pilots from around the world making the Indianola skies a colorful sight to see! Not long after the National Balloon Classic wraps up, James is already attending another of his DSM favorites, the Iowa State Fair. Held every August, for 11 days, this fair attracts millions of people from all over the world. Fair activities include food, concerts, amusement park rides, ag experiences and more.
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