After Weather Delays, Osceola’s ORBIT Center Kicks Off Structural Start

On July 3, 2024   /   CCDC, Your News  
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Regional industry leaders, SWCC, the CCDC, and others have all been waiting patiently to see progress on Osceola’s new ORBIT Center being built on the southwest corner of the city. With recent weather delays, the new building materials have been delivered and the structural development for the technology center is underway.
The latest feature provides some insight to the ORBIT Center’s construction as well as expected curriculum to be starting as early as January!
Click through to see some of the latest activity as well as a full rendering and floor plan for the building…

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Osceola’s Clarke County Fairgrounds Hosts JunctionTown Showdown

On June 11, 2024   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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Get ready for the JunctionTown Showdown Truck Show and Tractor Pull, returning to the Clarke County Fairgrounds in Osceola, Iowa! This year, the event spans three exciting days: June 28th, 29th, and 30th, 2024.
Click through to check out their cool video and catch up on all that happening at this year’s event…

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CCDC Board Welcomes the Addition of Altec’s Nathan Grismore

On May 29, 2024   /   CCDC, Your News  
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At the May CCDC board meeting, members and those in attendance welcomed Altec’s Nathan Grismore to the board. As a representative from one of Osceola’s largest employers, Nathan is looking to bring a fresh perspective to the CCDC and help them create positive change throughout the community.
Click through to the latest feature more information about Nathan and his new position with the board…

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Special Osceola Water Works Bottled Water Giveaway – May 7th

On April 24, 2024   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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On May 7th, 2024, in two public events, the Osceola Water Works’ team will be handing cases of bottled water to the community. This is in response to a generous donation received to help with the ongoing water conservation efforts throughout the community.
Check out the latest feature and the details surrounding the distribution of more than 36,000 bottles of water and the donation that helps support their customers…

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Clarke Community Schools Hosts Bike Rodeo

On April 15, 2024   /   Clarke County Schools, Your News  
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Spring is in full swing and the weather just keeps getting better! That means fun on Osceola’s trails and families and children out on their bikes.
With that in mind, Clarke Community Schools is hosting a Bike Rodeo for all families to learn about bike safety, proper cycling safety equipment and more!

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Clarke County Organizations Partner to Offer Rain Barrel Workshop for Local Community Members

On April 15, 2024   /   Health & Wellness, Your News  
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Water and conservation have been a hot topic across Iowa over the recent months. To help the Clarke County and Osceola community up their water conservation efforts, Clark County Hospital, along with Clarke County Conservation and Clarke County Extension put on a Rain Barrel Workshop to help concerned citizens learn how to recycle rain water …
Check out the latest release and video with tips on constructing your own rain barrel system… it also has a discount offer for rain barrel supplies!

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Osceola Water Board Approves Plans for the Future of Osceola’s Water Supply

On April 10, 2024   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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For more than 18-months, the Osceola Water Works team has been evaluating and researching the most impactful ways to supplement Osceola’s water supply and increase access to other raw water sources to serve the community. In Thursday’s monthly water board meeting, a plan was presented and approved with three focused stages, including estimated timelines and costs for the future of water in Osceola and Clarke County.
Check out the latest feature for more details on the plans for water within the community and surrounding areas…

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Spring Has Sprung – Creative Gardening While Conserving Water

On March 20, 2024   /   City of Osceola, Your News  
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With Spring gardening season upon us, how do Osceola’s green thumbs get their gardens to grow while conserving water? In a recent article submitted by the Osceola Water Works, their team helps with some gardening and water conservation tips to help through the season.
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CCDC Approves $75K Grant for Municipal Water Transport, Maintaining “Water Neutrality”

On March 20, 2024   /   CCDC, Your News  
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At the March 13th board meeting of the Clarke County Development Corporation (CCDC), the grant committee reviewed and approved a discretionary grant request for up to $75,000 to help The City of Osceola cover the fees associated to keeping the City’s municipal recreational resources “Water Neutral.”
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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.
Click through to watch the video and get the latest updates on efforts to help the community through this water crisis…

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