Groundbreaking Event Celebrates a Focus on Future Success in South-Central Iowa

On March 13, 2024   /   CCDC, Your News  
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The groundbreaking event for the ORBIT Education and Training center may have been dampened with cold and rain, but the celebration in the SWCC Osceola Campus, where the event was relocated, was abuzz with excitement. Community members and officials from around the region joined SWCC and CCDC representatives to kick-off the construction phase of the new facility.
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The Village Opens Drop-In Childcare Services

On March 12, 2024   /   Clarke County Schools, Your News  
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Just in time for Spring Break… The Village Early Childhood Center has added a service that’s been in high demand in the area for quite some time, Drop-In Childcare Services. This will provide the community with an on-call, short-term childcare environment that’s also State-certified, safe, and educational… all at a low hourly rate — perfect for busy parents and families.
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Osceola Chamber Main Street Kicks off Long-Awaited Façade Renovations

On March 6, 2024   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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As many may have noticed, there’s been some renovation activity on Osceola’s Historic Square. This is through the Facade Project administered by Osceola Chamber Main Street.  After many months of planning and applying for grants and support, OCMS and local businesses have finally kicked off the renovation projects for the beautification of the square.
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Clarke Community School District Celebrates Science Bound Achievements

On March 6, 2024   /   Clarke County Schools, Your News  

The Science Bound program at Clarke Community School District has been making waves, providing unique opportunities for students to delve into ASTEM (Agriculture, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), as well as education, fields. With the program’s diverse offerings and hands-on experiences, students are learning about these critical

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Groundbreaking Event Scheduled for Osceola’s ORBIT Education Center

On February 28, 2024   /   CCDC, Your News  
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The Clarke County Development Corporation (CCDC) is holding a groundbreaking celebration for the new ORBIT Education and Training Center on March 8th. The community is invited to join in the event and celebrate with local businesses and officials to kick-off the next phase of construction.
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Video Update: Comparison of Water Levels in Osceola’s West Lake

On February 28, 2024   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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Over the recent “Nice weather break,” Osceola Water Works sent up a drone to get a “bird’s-eye view” of the water levels at West Lake. The visual level comparisons from late fall are something to see.
With little precipitation in the forecast, the officials are asking everyone to recommit themselves to water conservation and be vigilant about every gallon of water used.
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Clarke County Hospital Launches New Program aimed at Optimizing Pain Management and Reducing Opioid Use

On February 28, 2024   /   Health & Wellness, Your News  

Clarke County Hospital (CCH) is proud to announce participation in the Billion Pill Pledge program, launched in conjunction with Goldfinch Health. Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird led a panel discussion at CCH, where she was joined by representatives from Goldfinch Health and Clarke County Hospital to make the announcement.
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CCDC Opens Search for New Executive Director

On February 21, 2024   /   CCDC, Your News  
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The CCDC board has been in full swing to find a replacement for Bill Trickey, who’d been at the Development Corporation for 18-years. The open Executive Director position job description and application have officially been posted.
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