New ORBIT Center Hosts Statewide Economic Development Roundtable

On June 25, 2025   /   CCDC, Your News  
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New ORBIT Center Hosts Statewide Economic Development Roundtable

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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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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Clarke Welcomes New Associate Principal for Middle / High School

On May 28, 2025   /   Clarke County Schools, Your News  
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Clarke Welcomes New Associate Principal for Middle / High School

Clarke Community Schools is proud to welcome Mr. Marcus Munoz as the new Associate Principal for both Clarke Middle School and Clarke High School. Munoz officially begins his role on July 1, 2025, bringing with him over a decade of classroom and leadership experience, a commitment to

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Clarke Community Schools Welcomes New Activities Director: Mr. Kelly Winter

On May 14, 2025   /   Clarke County Schools, Your News  
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Clarke Community Schools Welcomes New Activities Director: Mr. Kelly Winter

Clarke Community Schools is excited to announce the hiring of Mr. Kelly Winter as the district’s new Activities Director. With over two decades of experience in education and coaching, Mr. Winter brings a deep commitment to student growth, community engagement, and a fresh perspective to Clarke’s robust

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Main Street Closure and Washington Street Progress: What’s Happening Downtown

On May 7, 2025   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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Main Street Closure and Washington Street Progress: What’s Happening Downtown

Significant progress is underway in downtown as infrastructure improvements continue to move forward along Washington Street. Crews have completed the installation of a new sanitary sewer main, along with business service hookups. Work is now focused on the storm sewer system, starting at the deepest point, 14

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Clarke Community Schools Calls for Volunteers to Mentor Students Through TeamMates Program

On March 26, 2025   /   Clarke County Schools, Your News  
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Clarke Community Schools Calls for Volunteers to Mentor Students Through TeamMates Program

Osceola’s Clarke Community Schools is calling on community members to make a lasting impact in the lives of local students by becoming mentors through the TeamMates Mentoring Program. With a growing number of student applicants – with five girls and 18 boys on Clarke’s wait list –

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Washington Street Transformation: Major Infrastructure Upgrades Underway

On March 26, 2025   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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Washington Street Transformation: Major Infrastructure Upgrades Underway

The City of Osceola and Osceola Chamber Main Street have been diligently updating the progress on the streetscape project in Osceola’s Historic Downtown Square. With renovations along Washington Street to infrastructure and the replacement of some water mains that were decades old, the work will ensure the reliability of essential services for residents and businesses while improving the overall look and aesthetics of Osceola’s historic area.

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ORBIT Center Quickly Changing the Osceola Landscape

On March 19, 2025   /   CCDC, Your News  
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ORBIT Center Quickly Changing the Osceola Landscape

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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Clarke High School Welcomes Long Standing Leader for the District

On March 6, 2025   /   Clarke County Schools, Your News  
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Clarke High School Welcomes Long Standing Leader for the District

Clarke Community Schools is welcoming a new High School Principal to the building. While no stranger to the district, Ruby Clyde will bring years of passion and love for her Clarke students to the new role, while also hoping to bring significant change to the position.

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All-In on a Grand Night – Business and Community Leaders Gather to Celebrate

On March 5, 2025   /   CCDC, Your News  
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All-In on a Grand Night – Business and Community Leaders Gather to Celebrate

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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2024-25 CCDC Grant Activities Forecast Development Opportunities

On February 26, 2025   /   CCDC, Your News  
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2024-25 CCDC Grant Activities Forecast Development Opportunities

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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Osceola Comprehensive Plan 2045 Slated for Council Approval

On January 29, 2025   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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Osceola Comprehensive Plan 2045 Slated for Council Approval

After more than a year of strategic planning and collaborative work with local business owners, City leadership, Osceola Chamber Main Street, the CCDC, and community members, the new Comprehensive Plan for Osceola is slated to be approved by City Council in February.

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Downtown Streetscape Water Main Work Begins January 14th

On January 10, 2025   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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Downtown Streetscape Water Main Work Begins January 14th

The latest updates to the Osceola Downtown Streetscape project will kick off on Tuesday the 14th. This stage of the development includes the updates to water main access and sub-street infrastructure. While some businesses and residents may see a water interruption, the City, engineers, and contractors are working to make sure the impact is minimized.

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Clarke County Hospital Offers Kimball Memorial Space

On December 23, 2024   /   CCDC, Your News  
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Clarke County Hospital Offers Kimball Memorial Space

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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Applied engineering technology offerings in Osceola starting fall 2025

On December 16, 2024   /   CCDC, Your News  
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Applied engineering technology offerings in Osceola starting fall 2025

SWCCs Fall 2025 semester is bringing changes to the applied engineering technology program. With the opening of the CCDC ORBIT Center in Osceola, Iowa, the coursework that was once held at the Creston, IA Campus will be moved to the new ORBIT Center.

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