Clarke County Development Corporation

Latest Business News from Clarke County, Iowa:

• Clarke County’s Western Corridor Advances to Opportunity Zone Designation September 23, 2026
  Clarke County has taken an important step toward becoming a designated Opportunity Zone, with Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Economic Development Authority approving Census Tract 9603 for Iowa’s Opportunity Zone 2.0 nomination. The designation encompasses essentially all of Clarke County west of I-35 and could provide a new pathway for attracting pr […]
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• Smart Shopping, Swift Support Bring New Playground to East Lake Park September 23, 2026
  A smart equipment purchase by the Friends of Clarke County Conservation, combined with a quick and flexible response from CCDC, is bringing new playground equipment to East Lake Park. CCDC has approved a NEXUS Spark Grant to help make the project happen. Check out the latest on the new playground equipment coming to East Lake Park... CLICK THROUGH TO READ MO […]
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• New MIG Welding Course Expands Training Opportunities at SWCC Osceola Center September 2, 2026
  Southwestern Community College (SWCC) is expanding its welding training opportunities in Osceola with a new hands-on MIG welding course beginning throughout October. The 32-hour course will provide practical training in Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG), with applications in manufacturing, maintenance, fabrication, agriculture and more. Click through to learn […]
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• IWD, CCDC to Host South Central Iowa Employer Listening Session August 26, 2026
  Iowa Workforce Development and the Clarke County Development Corporation are bringing local business owners, managers, HR professionals and industry leaders together for an Employer Listening Session on September 14. This is an opportunity to share what you're seeing in the workplace, from hiring and recruitment challenges to skills gaps, employee reten […]
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• CCDC Grant Helps Kick It Forward Reach Finish Line on Osceola Mini-Pitch Project August 19, 2026
  The Osceola Mini-Pitch project is one step closer to becoming a reality. With more than $180,000 already raised, the Kick It Forward team has reached the final stretch of its fundraising campaign—and a $35,000 grant from CCDC will help push the project into construction. The new facility will add another unique recreational and quality-of-life asset to Osceo […]
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About The Clarke County Development Corporation:

The Clarke County Development Corporation is dedicated to strengthening the economic development of southern Iowa through the growth of our existing business and industry, the addition of new industry to our communities and enhancing the quality of life enjoyed by our residents.

The Clarke County Development Corporation is a 501 (c)(6) non-profit that is committed to providing leadership and support for existing industry retention and expansion, new industrial/commercial development and an entrepreneurial business climate that will serve to benefit the residents of the Clarke County Iowa area.

Clarke County Development depends on the contribution of its members to continue its progress in Clarke County. Membership consists of both individuals and businesses/ industries.

More details about the Clarke County Development Corporation can be found on the CCDC Website.

About Business in Clarke County, Iowa:

Businesses in Clarke County are varied and as interesting as her citizens.  From our nationally recognized Clarke County Hospital,  Hormel Foods, Paul Mueller, and Valley of the Moon Poults, to Boyt Harness, Great Western Bank and Alliant Energy the companies that choose to call our southern Iowa county home are unique.  Clarke County offers an ideal location at the junction of US Highway 34 and Interstate 35 with rail yards, shipping and warehouse access from virtually anywhere in the county.

Whether you’re looking to do business, work or relocate to Clarke County, the business horizon here is bright. We look forward to having you.

Contact us today for more information on doing business in Clarke County, Iowa.