CCRC’s Response to Oversight Committee

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By Sandy Kale – Clarke County Reservoir Commission chair As citizens of the city of Osceola and Clarke County, you have likely seen recent letters about the development of the new water supply for Osceola and Clarke County. On behalf of the Clarke County Reservoir Commission (CCRC),

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Your #ClarkePride Kicks Into High Gear

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It’s been a whirlwind of Clarke Community School activities this fall. All of the student body and community have really pulled together to support the Clarke activities and it’s showing great results! Last Saturday, the Clarke marching band receiving a “1” rating at State. The Cross Country

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Clarke Students Are Granted FREE Books

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Who can turn down an opportunity for FREE books? Through a partnership with the Molina Foundation and some hard work by Iowa State University Extension’s Jennifer Pollard and Clarke Community School’s very own Tenysa Wright, Clarke Middle School students have been granted access to hundreds of FREE

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Meet the Candidates for the Osceola City Council & Mayoral Race

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Tuesday, October 20th, you’re invited to an open candidate forum held at the Lyric Theater in Osceola, Iowa. From 5:15pm to 6:30pm the candidates for Osceola’s contested Mayoral chair and three City Council spots will be invited to present their platforms and take questions from the public.

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Osceola’s Manufacturing Impact Recognized By State and Local Officials

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(OSCEOLA, IA – OCTOBER 2, 2015) When you have the Governor and the Secretary of Agriculture from your State come to your community to discuss business growth and achievement, you may be doing something right. And for Osceola, the last month has seen just that. Over a

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Clarke Food Nutrition Program Seeks Wellmark Grant to Continue Serving

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Early in September, Wellmark announced an opportunity for non-profit health and nutrition programs to receive a $10,000 grant to further develop and support ongoing education within their communities. With the recent history and successful growth of the Clarke Food Nutrition Program (FNP), a campaign was developed to

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Clarke County Hospital Hosts Vascular Screening Event

Clarke County Hospital is hosting a Vascular Screening Event Saturday, October 24, 2015. Have you been diagnosed with any of the following conditions: diabetes or pre-diabetes, high cholesterol, peripheral arterial disease (PAD), coronary artery disease, or carotid artery disease? If you are over the age of 45,

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More Info As Clarke County Reservoir Project Proceeds

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Long-range planning for your future For over two decades, development efforts for the new Clarke County Reservoir have been a heated point of discussion. Where, when, why, and how much will it cost are all questions that predictably come up each time the project is discussed. And

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Support Our Schools As Hiz Kids Kicks Off 2015

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Support for our schools starts strong with donations to Hiz Kids from local businesses and leadership. Hiz Kidz would like to thank the Clarke County Development Corporation and the Lakeside Casino and Resort for their generous gift of $500! Hiz Kidz was excited to use these funds

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County Supervisors Move On Stronger Financial Management Opportunities

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In an effort taken by the Clarke County Board of Supervisors to lower debt and reduce funds required to run the county, duties for road and bridge maintenance throughout Clarke County have seen a change. With these updates as well as capital investments made based on these

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Iowa Ag Sec. Northey Sees Business Standing Strong In Soft Ag Market

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Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, Bill Northey made a stop at Salford USA in Osceola, Iowa Wednesday afternoon. Taking time from his busy schedule, Secretary Northey wanted to make sure he continued his discussions with agribusiness professionals and hear, firsthand, the issues they face during the downturn in

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New Scoreboard Will Loom Large For Future Clarke Events!

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When Clarke’s football team takes the field at home against Saydel this Friday, it will be in the shadow of a new, high-tech scoreboard. The players and fans alike will now be able to track the Indians on a wireless scoreboard that includes animated graphics, 25-second clocks

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Clarke Students Welcomed by New Science Curriculum

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Monday began the 2015-2016 school year for Clarke Community Schools. Halls and classrooms are now filled with students who are back for another year of learning. After three months of sleeping in and relaxing, it’s time for students to not only adjust to early morning routines and

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One Simple Energy Saving Idea Will Save Clarke County Thousands

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Clarke County projects thousands in energy savings this next year. Clarke County Courthouse is getting an upgrade, on that will save the county an estimated $5,663 a year and a total savings of just under $109,000 in reduced costs over the next 19 years. But, don’t look

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How’s Your Health, Clarke County? We Want To Hear From You.

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Would you describe yourself as “Healthy?” Better yet, would you describe Clarke County, Iowa as “Healthy?” Think of it. Does your community provide the opportunity and encourage a good, healthy lifestyle? Do your personal choices make for a good, healthy living environment? These are serious questions and

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