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Congressman Zach Nunn, 3rd District, Visits Clarke County Hospital

Zach Nunn visits Clarke County Hospital

Iowa’s 3rd District Congressman, Zach Nunn, paid a visit to Clarke County Hospital on Tuesday to talk with staff about the 340B Drug Pricing Program… Click through to read more about the Congressman’s visit…

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Excitement Grows as Osceola Hotel Sees New Life

Postcard of Osceola’s Hotel Garner from 1954

It’s been a fixture on the Osceola square since the late 1800’s. From elegant hotel to community gathering place and host of a number of local businesses, the larger-than-life building that dominates the southwest corner of Osceola’s city square is starting to see new life – life

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Arbor Valley Lake at 20 – Celebrating Lake Life and a Focus on the Future

boating on arbor valley lake in osceola iowa

Arbor Valley Lake celebrates 20-years this year! the team that dreamed of the wonders of “Lake Life” in Osceola, Iowa came together to help celebrate and tell the story of the lake’s development and what it means to the community. … click through to read the full story!

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Murray Rec Complex Wins Through Community and Development Support

Murray rec complex

With the help from organizations like CCDC and DEKKO, the entire community stepped up, raising the final funds necessary to build out a modern concessions facility and complete the Murray Rec Complex. Click through to the article to read more…

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Discovering Seafood Excellence With Deep Osceola Ties

where to buy fresh seafood in Iowa

What if we were to tell you that some of the highest quality, freshest, and healthiest seafood in the nation can be found in Osceola, Iowa? Check out Mayhew’s Market, Osceola’s (and the Midwest’s) source for seafood excellence! Click through to read more…

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Clarke County Hospital Receives Recognition for Developing Local Workforce and COVID-19 Response

clarke county hospital award for business development in osceola nd clarke county, Iowa

CCH was recognized at the CCDC and OCMS Annual Dinner for their part in retaining and growing the local workforce and their dedication to keeping our community healthy and safe during the COVID-19 pandemic… click through to the feature to read more!

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A Night of Celebration – Osceola, Clarke County Businesses Recognize Community-wide Achievements

It certainly was a Night of Celebration! On Tuesday night, more than 150 Osceola and Clarke County businesses, community leaders & volunteers gathered to highlight the past year’s achievements… click the link to read more, see some great photos and video!

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Randy Bolton, Longtime Clarke Coach, Teacher, Administrator reflects on “Clarke Connection.”

Randy Bolton, Clarke Community Schools Activities Director

It’s always bittersweet when we say “So long” to teachers and administrators from the Clarke school district. Today we bid a fond farewell to Mr. Randy Bolton, Clarke Activities Director with more than two decades with the district.

You can read more about Mr. Bolton’s reflections of his time at Clarke and future plans through the link …

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Year End Discretionary Grants, Donations Make Big Impact

ccdc grants for clarke county non-profit organizations

CCDC’s December board meeting produced an impressive tally of grant and donation approvals, bringing the end of the year to a close on a high note. With more than $30K of approved funds distributed to local groups and organizations, December truly proved to be a great month for giving.

You can read more about the distributions and get more information in the link…

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Join Osceola Chamber Main Street In “Light Up Osceola!” Special Event

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It’s the HOLIDAYS! And what would be a better way to celebrate than to gather on the square this Thursday at 5pm for Osceola Chamber Main Street’s “Light Up Osceola” event! The Osceola courtyard is the initial phase to a big lighting program by OCMS and Thursday, OCMS, Santa (did we say SANTA?!? YES!!!), and the entire community will be on hand to flip the switch on the new courtyard lighting!

You can read more about the event and the plans for lighting up Osceola through the link…

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Osceola Water Board Increases Conservation Plan to ‘Water Warning’ Level

osceola water works board raises water conservation level to water warning

The Osceola Water Works Board recently raised the Osceola Water Conservation Plan Level to a Water Warning. With current drought conditions and little relief in sight, the Board wanted to make sure the community is aware of the warning level. Click through to the latest feature for more details on their decision, what it means for water restrictions and potential penalties for violation.

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CCDC and Community Leaders Encourage Involvement in Comprehensive Planning

The CCDC, the City of Osceola, local businesses and developers met in a day-long planning session to discuss future comprehensive development strategies for Osceola and Clarke County. Some interesting takeaways came from it. Click through to the feature for details and how you can participate in the comprehensive planning!

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Clarke County Clinic Offering Flu and COVID-19 Booster Vaccines

flu and covid-19 vaccines at clarke county hospital osceola iowa

With fall in full swing and winter fast approaching, what better time to ask your medical provider about updating your yearly flu shot? The CDC recommends that anyone older than six months of age should receive their annual flu shot to help their body prepare for the upcoming flu season. Through Clarke County Clinic you can get the Flu vaccine as well as your COVID-19 boosters!

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