New Multi-Use Pond Project to Expand Outdoor Recreation in Clarke County

On February 16, 2026   /   CCDC, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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Clarke County Conservation is moving forward with development of the new Oakwood Pond, an approximately three-acre public fishing pond and natural habitat restoration project located just eight miles north of Osceola. The project will expand outdoor recreation opportunities, improve erosion control, and restore native prairie habitat through partnerships with CCDC and state and federal funding sources.

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CCDC Grant Helps County Sheriff Return Critical Patrol Vehicle to Service

On February 11, 2026   /   CCDC, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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Thanks to a $30,000 Grant from CCDC, the Clarke County Sheriff’s Office has placed a new fully equipped patrol vehicle into service after a cruiser was totaled in the line of duty. The investment helped cover the high cost of upfitting and critical equipment, ensuring deputies can continue protecting our community without interruption.

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Fairgrounds to Host Statewide Nonprofit Leadership Training – February 14, 2026

On February 4, 2026   /   CCDC, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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Unlock the secrets to stronger, more sustainable nonprofits! Clarke County Fairgrounds is proud to host the You Make THE Difference initiative on February 14, 2026, bringing nationally recognized speaker Ian Hill to our community. Board members, volunteers, and nonprofit leaders will walk away with practical tools, strategies, and inspiration to grow and sustain their organizations.

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Tracking Progress on Clarke County Infrastructure Updates

On January 21, 2026   /   CCDC, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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Clarke County is taking deliberate steps to strengthen aging infrastructure, starting with the reconstruction of Bridge F4718 southwest of Osceola. County Engineer Justin Savage outlines how smart planning, cost-saving strategies, and long-term vision are improving safety and reliability across the county.

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CCDC 2025 Review Highlights Community Impact and Momentum for 2026

On December 31, 2025   /   CCDC, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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The Clarke County Development Corporation is closing out 2025 with hundreds of thousands of dollars invested in local infrastructure, housing, workforce development, and quality-of-life projects. CCDC’s year-end review highlights major community partnerships and outlines momentum already underway for continued growth in 2026.

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Reservoir Draft Plan-EIS Gets Approval to Move on to Next Stage

On September 24, 2025   /   Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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The Clarke County Reservoir project took another big step forward when Scott Cagle, Assistant State Conservationist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), made a special trip to Osceola to officially sign the draft Plan-EIS agreement, marking a key milestone in moving the long-awaited project closer to final federal review.

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Clarke County Sheriff Seeks New Team Member

On August 20, 2025   /   CCDC, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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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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Clarke County Reservoir Project Advances Toward Key Federal Steps

On August 13, 2025   /   City of Osceola, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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The Clarke County Reservoir Commission (CCRC) is making steady progress and is entering a critical phase that will open the door to federal funding and take the CCRC closer to soliciting bids for a final reservoir design.

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Sunday is a ‘Day to Remember’ at Clarke County Museum

On April 30, 2025   /   CCDC, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  

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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Clarke County Welcomes New Engineer in Regional Collaboration

On April 9, 2025   /   CCDC, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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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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Clarke County Reservoir Project Reaches Significant Milestone

On April 2, 2025   /   City of Osceola, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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Clarke County Reservoir Commission (CCRC) has submitted the finalized Draft Plan-EIS to the National Water Management Center (NWMC) for review. This is a step that has been a long time in process and is an incredible milestone for the commission.

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CCRC Sets Strategy to Continue Forward Momentum

On February 12, 2025   /   City of Osceola, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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The Clarke County Reservoir Commission is focusing on a series of action items and legislative engagement to keep the project moving forward, in light of recent confusion surrounding federal grants and loans. On January 27th, a temporary freeze of federal grants and loans was issued. An administrative

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NRCS Leaders Show Commitment & Support At CCRC Meeting

On October 4, 2024   /   City of Osceola, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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Top officials from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) were on hand at the September 26th meeting of the Clarke County Reservoir Commission in a show of support for the project. Final plans are in the review stages and once complete, could mean final design stages in mid-2025.

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Clarke County Sheriff Seeks Additional Team Members

On September 25, 2024   /   CCDC, Clarke County Supervisors, Your News  
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With recent capital improvements, the Clarke County Sheriff is looking to add to their team. If you or someone you know is looking for a great-paying stable career path in law enforcement, this would be a great place to start.

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