The CCDC board, local businesses and community leaders took a day out of their schedule recently to focus on the future of Clarke County and discuss strategies for CCDC in 2025 and beyond. With key insights from IEDA’s Director, Debi Durham, and guidance from the team at Smart Solutions Group, the day resulted in some great goal setting and a collaborative vision for the future of the community.
Take a look at the latest feature to read more about the strategic sessions and some of the insights discussed…
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.
Click through to the latest to read more about the updates at SWCC and the ORBIT Center…
Each year, the CCDC hosts its Community Nonprofit Forum, bringing together local nonprofit organizations share successes and present plans for the coming year. It also provides an opportunity to enter to receive a $5,000 donation for their organization and a boost for the upcoming year.
This year, the Clarke Schools Food Pantry received the donation award! Click through to the latest feature to read about this year’s event and more…
A recent progress tour of the new ORBIT Center is helping build excitement for local and regional businesses, manufacturers and educators for its 2025 opening. With 10,000 square feet of space, a majority of which will be dedicated to lab and hands-on educational curricula, the new facility will be a unique addition and draw to south-central Iowa.
Click though to see the latest photos and more on the programming slated to start in the center as early as January…
After more than 18 years at the helm of the Clarke County Development Corporation, Bill Trickey has decided to retire. The journey to this day has been a long one and we’re pleased to have an opportunity to gather and recognize his commitment to our community and
Click for More Osceola, Iowa News →U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, who is the Ranking Member of the Senate Small Business Committee announced her Small Business of the Week: Clarke County’s very own Revelton Distilling Company!
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Don’t Miss the Opportunity to Highlight Your Non-profit!
Clarke County Development Corporation has reached out via email to past forum participants to ensure all organizations have the opportunity to sign up for this year’s event. As contact information may change from year to year, organizers are encouraged to update their details with CCDC.
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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.
Check out the latest feature for full details on the job openings…
The 2nd Annual Heritage Days celebration is scheduled for Saturday, October 5th and Sunday October 6th at the Clarke Co. Museum grounds…
Click on the link below to read about the celebration and the activities planned for the event…
In August of this year, the Clarke County Development Corporation celebrated it 55th anniversary. With a focus on community and economic development, the CCDC has been instrumental in much of Osceola and Clarke County’s growth and success.
Click through to the latest feature to read about some of the bigger milestones from CCDC’s first 55 years and a peek into their vision for the future…