The City of Murray, Iowa has been awarded a $1.75 million grant from the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s (IEDA) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Comprehensive Neighborhood Revitalization Program—a significant investment for this rural Iowa community of just over 600 residents.
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The Clarke County Sheriff has opened applications for a Dispatcher position. This new team member would work second shift and has very competitive starting wage and advancement potential — a great way to get your start in law enforcement!
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The Clarke County Development Corporation (CCDC) has officially launched the NEXUS Funding Program — a major update to its grant and funding structure, designed to make community investment more consistent and impactful. Replacing legacy programs like the Discretionary and Pillars Grants, NEXUS introduces four clear funding avenues for qualifying nonprofit organizations.
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Supporting the community through a Pillars Grant for foundation renovation, the CCDC recently helped the “Little White Church” in Woodburn, Iowa reclaim part of its history and spark a renewed vision for its future.
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Can you hear the engines roar? Well, wait until July 3rd… The 3rd Annual JunctionTown Showdown truck and tractor pull is the perfect weekend event for the whole family. It kicks off at the Clarke County fairgrounds in Osceola, Iowa Thursday!
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Educators and Economic Development professionals, joined local industry leaders last week to hear about the latest activities at the ORBIT (Osceola Regional Business and Industry Training) Center. Through a collaborative roundtable discussion they saw how the center is taking shape, and the potential impact it will have on the future of south-central Iowa’s workforce.
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The Osceola Municipal Airport (I75) is proud to host the first annual Jim and Mary Ellen Kimball Memorial Fly-In and Cruise-In on Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. This special event, open to the public, will celebrate the legacy of two passionate aviators and community supporters, while
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It may seem unusual to think of a museum as being brand new, but visitors to the Clarke County Museum will be amazed by the spectacular addition of historic stained-glass windows and refreshed museum exhibits at the complex on South Main Street in Osceola. — May 4 Marks 2025 Season Opening at Clarke County’s Historical Destination.
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After an extensive review and interviews with numerous applicants, the Clarke County Board of Supervisors is pleased to announce the appointment of Justin Savage as the county’s new engineer. Through a unique agreement between Clarke and Decatur counties, Savage will address engineering needs across much of south-central Iowa.
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The Highway 34 landscape on the western edge of Osceola is changing with the addition of the ORBIT (Osceola Regional Business and Industrial Technology Center), a $3.2 million project involving construction of an impressive 9,000 square foot training facility, made possible due to a partnership between the
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The OCMS / CCDC Annual dinner, held last Friday the 28th, was a celebration of business and community. With friends and neighbors gathering to recognize business successes as well as show appreciation for local community volunteers, the event is always a grand celebration.
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The grant activity through the end of 2024 and early 2025 is showing to be a sign of good things to come. With more than 1.2 Million in funds awarded in 2024, the February meeting of the CCDC Board of Directors saw 2025 kick off with even more opportunities!
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After decades of dedicated hard work, the Clarke County Reservoir Commission (CCRC) has made some true progress this year, and the finish line is in sight.
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The loss of Dr. Jim and Mary Ellen Kimball has impacted the entire community. From Jim’s role as physician and local business leader to Mary Ellen’s tireless commitment to the arts and community groups, their passing will impact lives for years to come. Clarke County Hospital had dedicated a memorial space where friends and neighbors can gather to offer their thoughts and prayers for the Kimballs.
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The CCDC board, local businesses and community leaders took a day out of their schedule recently to focus on the future of Clarke County and discuss strategies for CCDC in 2025 and beyond. With key insights from IEDA’s Director, Debi Durham, and guidance from the team at Smart Solutions Group, the day resulted in some great goal setting and a collaborative vision for the future of the community.
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