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RECOGNIZING LUDLOW'S STEAKHOUSE

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On 2026-09-29, Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING LUDLOW'S STEAKHOUSE" in the Senate.

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RECOGNIZING LUDLOW'S STEAKHOUSE

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 154 (Tuesday, September 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 154 (Tuesday, September 29, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S5159-S5160] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING LUDLOW'S STEAKHOUSE Ms. ERNST. Madam President, as chair of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, each week I recognize an outstanding Iowa small business that exemplifies the American entrepreneurial spirit. This week, it is my privilege to recognize Ludlow's Steakhouse of Wayne County, IA, as the Senate Small Business of the Week. For more than two decades, Ludlow's Steakhouse has been a staple of the Wayne County community. Ron and Maureta Redmon first opened the restaurant in 2004 and in 2013, they sold the business to Craig and Brenda Onstot. In 2017, Truett and Sheena Pershy took ownership. Under their leadership, Ludlow's has expanded its menu and launched a catering business. From custom-cut aged steaks, seafood, pasta, sandwiches, and more, Ludlow's offers something for everyone to enjoy. In 2022, Ludlow's was named runner-up in the Iowa Pork Producer's Association's Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin Contest, earning statewide recognition for its food. In 2024, the Pershys relocated the restaurant to an 18,000-square- foot former [[Page S5160]] American Legion building. Following major renovations, they transformed the building into a destination for dining, lodging, and community gatherings. Today, the property brings Ludlow's Steakhouse, the Brick Tavern, the Brick Event Center, and the Brick Suites together under one roof. Truett credits Sheena's continued support as instrumental to the growth of the business, and together, they are proud of the team they have built. Ludlow's currently employs 22 people, including Iowans who work at the restaurant while attending high school. Truett and Sheena take pride in giving their employees an opportunity to develop valuable skills and work experience before they graduate. That commitment to people extends throughout Wayne County. As members of the City of Corydon Chamber of Commerce, Ludlow's supports local schools and regularly donates to community fundraisers and benefits. Whether providing a young person with their first job, supporting a local cause, or creating a place where neighbors can gather, Truett, Sheena, and their employees continue to give back to the community that has supported Ludlow's over the past two decades. I am pleased to recognize Truett and Sheena Pershy and the entire Ludlow's Steakhouse team for their dedication to Corydon and Wayne County. I look forward to seeing their continued success and wish them the very best in the years ahead. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING LUDLOW'S STEAKHOUSE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 154 (Tuesday, September 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 154 (Tuesday, September 29, 2026)] [Senate] [Pages S5159-S5160] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING LUDLOW'S STEAKHOUSE Ms. ERNST. Madam President, as chair of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, each week I recognize an outstanding Iowa small business that exemplifies the American entrepreneurial spirit. This week, it is my privilege to recognize Ludlow's Steakhouse of Wayne County, IA, as the Senate Small Business of the Week. For more than two decades, Ludlow's Steakhouse has been a staple of the Wayne County community. Ron and Maureta Redmon first opened the restaurant in 2004 and in 2013, they sold the business to Craig and Brenda Onstot. In 2017, Truett and Sheena Pershy took ownership. Under their leadership, Ludlow's has expanded its menu and launched a catering business. From custom-cut aged steaks, seafood, pasta, sandwiches, and more, Ludlow's offers something for everyone to enjoy. In 2022, Ludlow's was named runner-up in the Iowa Pork Producer's Association's Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin Contest, earning statewide recognition for its food. In 2024, the Pershys relocated the restaurant to an 18,000-square- foot former [[Page S5160]] American Legion building. Following major renovations, they transformed the building into a destination for dining, lodging, and community gatherings. Today, the property brings Ludlow's Steakhouse, the Brick Tavern, the Brick Event Center, and the Brick Suites together under one roof. Truett credits Sheena's continued support as instrumental to the growth of the business, and together, they are proud of the team they have built. Ludlow's currently employs 22 people, including Iowans who work at the restaurant while attending high school. Truett and Sheena take pride in giving their employees an opportunity to develop valuable skills and work experience before they graduate. That commitment to people extends throughout Wayne County. As members of the City of Corydon Chamber of Commerce, Ludlow's supports local schools and regularly donates to community fundraisers and benefits. Whether providing a young person with their first job, supporting a local cause, or creating a place where neighbors can gather, Truett, Sheena, and their employees continue to give back to the community that has supported Ludlow's over the past two decades. I am pleased to recognize Truett and Sheena Pershy and the entire Ludlow's Steakhouse team for their dedication to Corydon and Wayne County. I look forward to seeing their continued success and wish them the very best in the years ahead. ____________________