This is where you will find ALL news from the ClarkeCountyLife.com Web site in chronological order.
The City of Osceola, in collaboration with Kick It Forward, Osceola Chamber Main Street, and Musco Lighting, is proud to announce the launch of the Osceola Mini-Pitch Initiative. The first of its kind in Clarke County, the Osceola Mini Pitch initiative will offer the chance to play, connect, and grow in a facility that has the quality of a “mini-stadium,” yet the intimacy and accessibility suited for a growing community.
Check out the details surrounding the new initiative and how you can participate…
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.
Click through to read about the latest progress and the next steps for the project…
The Clarke County Historical Society and Museum recently presented a plaque to the Clarke County Development Corporation (CCDC) in recognition of its generous financial support for improvements at the Historical Museum, including critical heating and air conditioning upgrades.
Click through to read more about the award and the latest for Clarke County Historical Museum…
Clarke County Historical Museum’s Heritage Day will be on Sunday, September 28, (12-5 pm). It’s set to be jam packed with fun and games, crafts and prizes, museum tours and demonstrations, all pertaining to our past.
Click through to the latest feature to learn more…
In all, Iowa’s hospitals provided 141,708 jobs statewide. Last year, Clarke County Hospital generated 452 jobs that added $60.5 million to Clarke County’s economy, according to the latest study by the Iowa Hospital Association. The study also reports CCH provided $27.6 million in wages and delivered
Osceola Chamber Main Street (OCMS) and the Clarke County Development Corporation (CCDC) are teaming up with the Iowa Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to host a Small Business Emergency Preparedness Workshop on Wednesday, September 17, from 3–5 p.m.
The session will provide business owners and community organizations with practical tools to protect employees, maintain operations, and recover quickly when disaster strikes. With nearly 40% of small businesses never reopening after major disruptions, this workshop is a timely opportunity to build resilience and ensure long-term stability.
Space is limited—local businesses and organizations are encouraged to register early.
Click through to read more about the event and get signed up TODAY!
Osceola Water Works is nearing completion of the first phase of a water main replacement project focused on replacing outdated water mains and improving the service reliability of Osceola’s water system.
Check out the latest updates by clicking on the link…
Clarke County Hospital has been named an official sponsor-site for the Senior Health Insurance Information and Senior Medicare Patrol (SHIIP-SMP) programs, a service of the State of Iowa. SHIIP-SMP helps consumers navigate the complexities of Medicare and can even save them money.
Click through to the latest for additional information from Clarke County Hospital.
Clarke County Hospital Partners with Team Blue Iowa to Provide Free PSA Screenings at Latino Festival Clarke County Hospital is proud to announce a partnership with Team Blue Iowa and the Urology Center of Iowa to provide free PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) screenings at the Latino Festival on
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.
Click through to read more about the grant and the impact it will have on the City of Murray…
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!
Click through to read more about the position or to use links to apply…
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.
Click through to read more about the latest steps to realizing the reservoir in Clarke County, Iowa…
From singing opera to business finance to… Clarke Community Schools! Clarke Community Schools is excited to announce Dr. Sarah Kelly as the new Clarke Middle School Principal. With a unique blend of experiences in education, the arts, and business, Dr. Kelly brings a thoughtful, student-centered approach to leadership and a passion for building strong, inclusive school communities.
Click through to learn more about Dr. Kelly and her unique journey to the Clarke district and her plans for the middle school starting this fall…
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.
Click through to learn more about the program, view guidelines, and get updates on application availability…
Clarke County Hospital has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Bras for the Cause Foundation, supporting the hospital’s ongoing efforts to improve access to preventative health care for women in the region. With these funds, Clarke County Hospital will continue offering free well-woman exams to uninsured
