Here is the breakdown of the retail shakeup hitting the Hawkeye State in 2026.
The “Total Exit”: Marco’s Pizza Leaves Iowa
The most surprising story of early 2026 is the sudden disappearance of Marco’s Pizza.
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- The Shutdown: Without warning, the chain abruptly closed all 6 of its remaining Iowa locations.
- The Impact: Stores in Cedar Rapids, North Liberty, Waterloo, Waukee, Davenport, and Windsor Heights have gone dark.
- The Meaning: This isn’t just a downsizing; it is a total market exit. For a brand that had aggressively expanded into the Midwest, this retreat signals that…