CCDC Board Approves Nearly $240,000 in Community and Development Grants

On June 17, 2026   /   CCDC, Your News  
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CCDC Board Approves Nearly $240,000 in Community and Development Grants

At its June meeting, the Clarke County Development Corporation Board approved nearly $240,000 in grant funding to support projects across Clarke County. From youth organizations and community infrastructure to continued housing development and emergency facility improvements, these investments reflect CCDC’s commitment to strengthening quality of life, expanding opportunities, and supporting long-term growth across the region.

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City Council Approves New Three-Home Development Through O-HI Program

On May 27, 2026   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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City Council Approves New Three-Home Development Through O-HI Program

The Osceola City Council recently approved a new three-home development by Parson Creek Company, LLC through the Osceola Housing Incentive (O-HI) Program. The project brings the total number of homes approved through the program to seven since its launch in 2025 and highlights ongoing efforts to expand affordable new housing opportunities in Osceola.

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Osceola City Council Acts on Mixed-Use Development for Downtown Square

On May 13, 2026   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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Osceola City Council Acts on Mixed-Use Development for Downtown Square

A major mixed-use housing project proposed for Osceola’s town square was discussed at Osceola’s City Council meeting on the 5th. The project will bring much-needed 18–24 new residential units and new commercial space to the area. 

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Just Say, ‘O-HI,’ City of Osceola Launches Exciting New Housing Incentive Program

On June 18, 2025   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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Just Say, ‘O-HI,’ City of Osceola Launches Exciting New Housing Incentive Program

The city of Osceola, in conjunction with the Clarke County Development Corporation, is launching a program to directly address the rising costs of new home construction and spur on new development across the area. Through the Osceola Housing Incentive (O-HI) Program, new home builders and homeowners can apply for 10% back on ALL construction costs for a newly built home.

I mean, what a great way to say “O… HI neighbors!” 😉

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Osceola Breaking Ground to Meet Increasing Workforce Housing Demand

On May 19, 2021   /   CCDC, Your News  
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Osceola Breaking Ground to Meet Increasing Workforce Housing Demand

In a move to meet the demand for quality, affordable housing in Osceola, the City Council recently approved plans for the development of a new apartment complex on the South side of the city. The City worked closely with the Clarke County Development Corporation (CCDC), builders, local

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Kading Supports Osceola with 50 Free Meals to its Residents

On May 20, 2020   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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Kading Supports Osceola with 50 Free Meals to its Residents

Even as Iowa re-opens, people remain cautious and local businesses—especially locally-owned restaurants—remain challenged.  With 190 front doors in Osceola, family-owned Kading Property Management is helping many residents, helping a local restaurant, and encouraging other businesses to lend a hand. Beginning Tuesday, May 19, Kading will pay for

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Clarke County Turns Out to Celebrate Local Business and Achievement

On February 6, 2019   /   CCDC, Your News  
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Clarke County Turns Out to Celebrate Local Business and Achievement

Braving negative wind chills in the double-digits and dangerous winter conditions, over 150 Clarke County citizens, local business professionals, and community leaders gathered at the Clarke County Fair Grounds Tuesday for the 2019 Annual Dinner hosted by Osceola Chamber Mainstreet and Clarke County Development Corporation. The Annual

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CCDC Grants Continue to Impact County and Community

On August 30, 2017   /   CCDC  
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CCDC Grants Continue to Impact County and Community

For over four decades The Clarke County Development Corporation (CCDC) has worked to foster local improvement projects and spur opportunities to create a warm and welcoming community for Clarke County, its businesses, and citizens. Over the past few months, with the help of considerable grant opportunities, the

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