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WCEDC Receives Statewide Award for Business Retention & Expansion Program May 10, 2013
Des Moines, IA – May 8, 2013:  The Professional Developers of Iowa (PDI) honored the Warren County Economic Development Corporation during the recent SMART Economic Development Conference held in Des Moines, sponsored by the Iowa Utility Association. ...
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May 7th - Special Election Polling Places May 7, 2013
Find out where to vote YES on May 7th using our list below. Polls are open from 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Click here for a larger version of the list . Scroll down for precinct maps. PRECINCT ...
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Business Forum event with Scott Ourth & Debi Durham April 2, 2013
Friday, April 5, 2013 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. Simpson College | Kent Campus Center 701 North C Street - Indianola, IA 50125 ...
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WARREN COUNTY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR EMERGING LEADERS November 15, 2012
WARREN COUNTY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR EMERGING LEADERS   Indianola, IA, November 15, 2012 -- Applications are being accepted for the 2013 Warren County Leadership Institute to begin in January 2013.  The Institute's primary objective is to train and inform ...
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WCEDC Celebrates 20 years at Investor Appreciation Event! October 31, 2012
Please Join us for our 20th Anniversary & Investor Appreciation Event Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2012 5:00 - 7:00 pm The Wright Place 340 Wright Rd., Suite E Norwalk, IA 50211 ...
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Warren County Leadership Institute Seeks Applicants for 2013! October 26, 2012
WARREN COUNTY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR EMERGING LEADERS   Indianola, IA, October 22, 2012 -- Applications are being accepted for the 2013 Warren County Leadership Institute to begin in January 2013.  The Institute's primary objective is to train and inform ...
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LA Times Highlights Warren County's resilience and optimism! October 25, 2012
http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-iowa-voters-20121025,0,7506951,full.story

Leadership Class presents $1K to W.C. Necessity Pantry April 19, 2012
Members of the 2012 Warren County Leadership Institute presented a check in the amount of $1,000.00 to the Warren County Necessity Pantry at its Open House on Tuesday, April 17th.  The class participated in bi-weekly classes to learn more about the pressing issues facing ...
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Rachel Gocken Joins WCEDC! April 17, 2012
RACHEL GOCKEN JOINS WCEDC The Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) announces that Rachel Gocken has joined the organization as the Administrative & Communications Coordinator. Rachel was born and raised in ...
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Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award February 13, 2012
The Warren County Leadership Institute, a program that trains and informs leaders in our communities, presents the Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award each year to the nominated individual who best exemplifies leadership in Warren County. We are looking for a candidate who displays exemplary qualities of leadership and ...
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Warren County Leadership Institute Board Announces Class of 2012 February 13, 2012
The Warren County Leadership Institute (WCLI) announces Class of 2012 participants.  The Leadership Institute, formed in 1993, is affiliated with the Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC), and has a primary objective to train and inform leaders throughout Warren County.  WCLI'S Class of 2012 will consist of 14 members, and ...
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Governor, others kicked off successful WCEDC Fundraising Campaign Event! February 8, 2012
Click the link below to read full story. http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20120207/INDIANOLA01/302070008/-1/GETPUBLISHED03/WCEDC-kicks-off-new-five-year-plan-fundraising-campaign

Interstate Designation Considered for Bypass January 30, 2012
Click the link below to read full story. http://www.ongo.com/v/1063572/-1/ABDDDF6112422510/interstate-designation-considered-for-bypass

HELP MOVE THE DORTHY AND FEROLD GRANT MEMORIAL BRIDGE December 22, 2011
To those who had Dorothy Grant for a Carlisle teacher and to those who didn't, but wish they had, we are appealing for your help.  The Coal Creek Bridge that connected two parcels of the Grant farm near Hartford has been on the National ...
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CONTRIBUTIONS NEEDED FOR SCOTCH RIDGE NATURE PARK AND TRAIL VISION IOWA CHALLENGE December 22, 2011
DATE:  October 24, 2011   Carlisle Citizen, Kim Hartshorn 989-0743, carlislecitizen@mchsi.com Record-Herald and Indianola Tribune, Kevin Kirkpatrick 961-4833, kkirkpatri@dmreg.com Des Moines Register, Kathy Bolten 286-2504, kbolten@dmreg.com   FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT: Neil Ruddy ...
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Rob Quillen Headlines Carlisle Chamber of Commerce Dinner December 22, 2011
Saturday, January 7, 2012  ANNUAL DINNER    -  5:30 pm Summerset Winery, 15101 Fairfax Street, Indianola Awards will be given to the 2011 Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year and Friend of Education. Rob Quillen, author of  Why Wait?,  will be the Guest Speaker ...
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Purple Hear Highway. The Loop of Opportunity December 6, 2011
The Purple Heart Highway isn't just a road. It's opportunity. It's two counties, six cities, and thousands of acres ready to go from dream to reality. Whether that's a beautiful new housing development or the next chic boutique, you can build it all ...
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MarketLink Expansion! Hiring Fair Open House- Friday, December 9th from 1:00 - 6:00 PM! November 30, 2011
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Changes at WCEDC Will Benefit Everyone November 26, 2011
By: Indianola Record-Herald Date: November 22, 2011 Congratulations to the Warren County Economic Development Corporation on its recent move to The Square. The move is symbolic, not just of moving to the heart of Indianola, but of a resurgence in the organization ...
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Help Make Indianola a Blue Zone Community November 12, 2011
HELP US MAKE INDIANOLA A BLUE ZONE COMMUNITY Move Naturally | Know Your Purpose | Down Shift | 80% Rule | Plant Slant | Wine At 5 | Family First | Belong | Right Tribe ...
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Rural "YES" Young Entrepreneur Summit November 2, 2011
November 9 – Ames, Iowa Professional Developers of Iowa along with the U.S. Small Business Administration, USDA Rural Development, Iowa State University and two dozen partner organizations are co-hosting a Rural “YES” Young Entrepreneur Summit on Nov. 9.  The Rural YES Summit will be in the ...
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WCEDC Open House and Ribbon Cutting November 1, 2011
WCEDC's Open House was a great success! Thursday, October 27, 2011 marked the organizations kick-start to the new year with a brand new beautiful office building and new talented staff. Guests met the WCEDC team, toured the building, entered drawings for gifts, and enjoyed great food! The ribbon ...
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Warren County Leadership Institute-Now Accepting Applications September 12, 2011
Warren County Leadership Institute “Leaders Never Climb Alone” Leaders aren't born, they're developed.   This is why the Warren County Leadership Institute has dedicated its mission to develop and motivate future and current leaders of Warren County.   The Leadership I ...
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FREE Business Workshops through Iowa Dept of Economic Development! September 8, 2011
We at the Iowa Dept of Economic Development, want to make sure you knew about these FREE and exciting workshops sponsored by GOOGLE with support from several small business service providers…pick the one closest to you and SIGN-UP!  It's time to get your IOWA ...
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New Additions at Warren County EDC August 25, 2011
The Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) has announced the addition of two individuals to the organization's economic development team. ...
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Theisen's plans big footprint in Indianola June 6, 2011
Theisen's Inc. would have come to Indianola sooner, but the farm-supply business was busy expanding elsewhere in Iowa, says co-owner Chris Theisen. When the Dubuque-based company's 65,000-square-foot store opens this fall in Indianola, it will be the 20th retail location for the third-generation family-owned ...
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Warren County Philanthropic Partnership Awards $52,560.00 May 12, 2011
The grant award reception for the Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP) will be held at 4:15pm on Thursday, May 19, 2011 at the Annett Nature Center to honor 16 local non-profit organizations on their receipt of the WCPP Grant.  The following organizations will ...
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Capital City Fruit to Expand in Norwalk May 8, 2011
BY JOE GARDYASZ , Business Record Senior Staff Writer When Capital City Fruit Co. moved to Norwalk from Des Moines in 1981, it was still a small produce company with just 19 employees. Since then, the business has grown into a regional distributor ...
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Coppess Receives Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award May 8, 2011
BY BUSINESS RECORD STAFF The Warren County Leadership Institute (WCLI) recently presented Mike Coppess, a vice president and senior lending officer at Bankers Trust Co., with the 2011 Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award for his volunteer leadership in Warren County. The organization presented the award during its annual ...
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Warren County Selects Economic Development Leader March 21, 2011
INDIANOLA – The Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) announced that Jason White has accepted the position of executive director. White most recently served as the executive director of the Midwest Partnership Development Corporation, a quad-county economic development organization in west central ...
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Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award 2011 February 28, 2011
The Warren County Leadership Institute, a program that trains and informs leaders in our communities, presents the Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award each year to the nominated individual who best exemplifies leadership in Warren County.   We are looking for a candidate who ...
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Warren County Philanthropic Partnership Spring 2011 Grant Application is available online January 14, 2011
The Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP) Spring 2011 Grant Application was made available online Thursday, January 6, 2011. The WCPP grant deadline is Thursday, March 17, 2011 delivered (not post marked) to the Warren County Economic Development Corporation Office by 5:00pm. WCPP will be hosting ...
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Warren County Leadership Institute Board Announces Class of 2011 January 12, 2011
The Warren County Leadership Institute (WCLI) announces Class of 2011 participants. The Leadership Institute, formed in 1993, is affiliated with the Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC), and has a primary objective to train and inform leaders throughout Warren County. WCLI's Class of 2011 ...
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Warren County Philanthropic Partnership Awards $31,333.00 November 18, 2010
The grant award reception for the Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP) will be held Thursday, December 9, 2010 to honor 11 local non-profit organizations on their receipt of the WCPP Grant.   The following organizations will be ...
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Community Foundation Week Celebrates Giving in Warren County November 9, 2010
Warren County, Iowa (November 12, 2010) – The Warren County Philanthropic Partnership, along with colleague community foundations in Iowa will join more than 700 community foundations nationwide for Community Foundation Week, November 12-18, to celebrate the impact that local giving can have on charitable ...
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$122,952 Award for Warren County Philanthropic Partnership September 22, 2010
Warren County, IA – The Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP) has been notified it will soon be receiving a $122,952 state award to advance community based philanthropy throughout Warren County. The award comes by way of the County Endowment ...
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Warren County Leadership Institute Accepting Applications for 2011 Class September 10, 2010
Applications are being accepted for the 2011 Warren County Leadership Institute to begin on Thursday, January 6, 2011. The Institute's primary objective is to train and inform leaders. Warren County Leadership Institute encourages adults to create the best future for themselves, their families, their ...
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Warren County Leadership Institute hosts “Tip Night” at the Indianola Pizza Ranch September 10, 2010
Members of the Warren County Leadership Institute (WCLI) Board plan to work for tips at the Indianola Pizza Ranch on Monday, September 20, 2010 from 5:00-8:00pm. The tips earned that night will support youth leadership programs in Warren County. Warren County Leadership Institute has ...
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Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP) Fall 2010 Grant Application September 3, 2010
The Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP) Fall 2010 Grant Application was made available online Thursday, August 19, 2010. The WCPP grant deadline is Thursday, October 21, 2010 delivered (not post marked) to the Warren County Economic Development Corporation Office by 5:00pm. WCPP will be hosting ...
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Warren County Economic Development Representatives Promote a Unified Agenda on Partnership's Annual Advocacy Trip July 13, 2010
Warren County Economic Development Representatives Promote a Unified Agenda on Partnership's Annual Advocacy Trip Warren County – Representatives from Warren County joined over 160 of Central Iowa's business, ...
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Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award 2010 June 18, 2010
The Kent Britton Memorial Leadership Award was presented to Kathi Pfeifer for her volunteer hours at Kiya Koda animal shelter in Indianola. The award was presented during the Warren County Leadership Institute graduation on Thursday, April 15, 2010. Kathy Pfeifer was honored for the excellent ...
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2010 Warren County Leadership Institute Completes Project June 18, 2010
Warren County Leadership Institute Class of 2010 service project is complete at The W.O.O.F. Off Leash Dog Park located in Indianola, IA.   On Saturday, May 22, 2010 the dog agility equipment and park benches were installed. The Indianola Off-Leash Dog Park is ...
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Warren County Leadership Institute Class of 2010 chooses park for service project March 17, 2010
Warren County Leadership Institute Class of 2010 announces today its service project:  the enhancement of the W.O.O.F. Off Leash Dog Park located in Indianola, IA with dog agility equipment and benches for the park. The Indianola Off-Leash Dog Park is the only exclusive dog ...
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Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award 2010 February 26, 2010
The Warren County Leadership Institute, a program that trains and informs leaders in our communities, presents the Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award each year to the nominated individual who best exemplifies leadership in Warren County.   We are looking for a candidate who ...
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Warren County Leadership Institute Board Announces Class of 2010 January 20, 2010
The Warren County Leadership Institute (WCLI) announces Class of 2010 participants. The Leadership Institute, formed in 1993, is affiliated with the Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC), and has a primary objective to train and inform leaders throughout Warren County. WCLI's Class of 2010 ...
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Warren County Philanthropic Partnership Spring 2010 Application Workshop January 20, 2010
The Warren County Philanthropic Partnership will be hosting a grant writing workshop on Thursday, January 28, 2010 from 12:00 – 1 p.m. in the Gallery Room of the Wells Fargo Building in Indianola. Please RSVP by calling 515.961.1067 or by email wcedc@mchsi.com . The ...
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Warren County Philanthropic Partnership Awards $39,248.00 December 9, 2009
Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Denise Kalbus, Project Manager Warren County Economic Development Corporation 515-961-1067 DATE:  December 11, 2009 HEADLINE: Warren County Philanthropic Partnership Awards $39,248.00 BODY: The eighth grant award reception for the Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP) was held Thursday, December 3, ...
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Donate Online to Warren County Philanthropic Partnership December 9, 2009
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Denise Kalbus, Project Manager Warren County Economic Development Corporation 515-961-1067 DATE: Wednesday, December 9, 2009 HEADLINE: Donate Online to Warren County Philanthropic Partnership BODY: You can now take advantage of the new Endow Iowa tax credit of 25% starting ...
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Iowa Great Places Awards and Recognition Banquet - Oct. 16, 2009 October 26, 2009
The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs issued awards to communities and individuals last week at the first annual Iowa Great Places Awards and Recognition Banquet in Des Moines. Representing Warren County Great Places were Denise Kalbus (Warren County Economic Development Corporation), Becky (National Balloon Museum) ...
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$129,013 Award for Warren County Philanthropic Partnership Community Foundation October 21, 2009
Warren County, Iowa - The Warren County Philanthropic Partnership has been notified it will soon be receiving a $129,013 state award to advance community based philanthropy throughout Warren County . The award comes by way of the County Endowment Fund ...
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Developer Plan For New Community Preserves Iowa Landscape While Offering Business and Residential Growth September 23, 2009
August 18, 2009 - Indianola, IA - Plans for a new mixed use community on the north side of Indianola were unveiled August 18 . The 160-acre development , called Summercrest Hills , is located at the northeast ...
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WARREN COUNTY LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR 2010 CLASS September 23, 2009
Applications are being accepted for the 2010 Warren County Leadership Institute to begin January 7, 2010.   The Institute's primary objective is to train and inform leaders.   Warren County Leadership Institute encourages adults to create the best future for themselves, their families, their ...
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Warren County Philanthropic Partnership - Fall 2009 Grant Cycle September 23, 2009
To apply for a Warren County Philanthropic Partnership grant visit www.wcedc.com .  Applications are being accepted until Monday, October 12, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. For more information, call 515.961.1067 or email wcedc@mchsi.com The Warren County Philanthropic Partnership makes ...
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Heartland Economic Development Course June 2, 2009
Chris Nosbisch, City of Norwalk and Denise Kalbus, Warren County Economic Development Corporation Project Manager were two of 57 participants representing five states attending the 21st annual Heartland Economic Development Course (EDC) April 13-17, 2009 at the Adams Pointe Conference Center in Blue Springs, Missouri. ...
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The Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award presented to Kevin Halterman June 2, 2009
The Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award was presented to Kevin Halterman, President of Peoples Bank on April 16, 2009. The award was given during the graduation ceremony for the 2009 Class of the Warren County Leadership Institute. Kevin Halterman was honored for the excellent qualities ...
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Warren County Leadership Institute Class of 2009 June 2, 2009
The Warren County Leadership Institute (WCLI) recently hosted the graduation of 17 class participants on April 16, 2009 in the Matthew Simpson Room in College Hall on the Simpson College campus. The Leadership Institute, formed in 1993 and affiliated with the Warren ...
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Warren County Economic Development Corporation receives $10,000 grant from Prairie Meadows May 1, 2009
  Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Tiffany Coleman, Executive Director Warren County Economic Development Corporation ...
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Warren County Philanthropic Partnership Fall 2008 Recipients December 24, 2008
Fall 2008 Grantmaking Fact Sheet Fall 2008 Grant Summary ·          The Warren County Philanthropic Partnership received $131,604.00 in County Endowment Funds. ·          75% of this award will be granted to ...
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Warren County Leadership Class of 2009 December 24, 2008
The Warren County Leadership Institute (WCLI) recently announced its Class of 2009 participants. The Leadership Institute, formed in 1993, is affiliated with the Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC), and has a primary objective to train and inform leaders throughout Warren County. WCLI's Class ...
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Mid IA Small Business Development Center Advisory Board October 15, 2008
COLEMAN AND DAVITT ELECTED TO MID IOWA SBDC ADVISORY BOARD URBANDALE, Iowa — The Mid Iowa Small Business Development Center (SBDC) elected Warren County Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Tiffany Coleman and State Representative Mark Davitt to its Regional Advisory Board. ...
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Warren County Bus Tour 2008 October 15, 2008
Warren County Economic Development Corporation Announces Tour Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) and Indianola Development Association (IDA) announce a joint economic development bus tour and luncheon for Thursday, October 23, 2008.   The tour will start at Summerset Winery, 15101 Fairfax, ...
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Warren County is a GREAT PLACE! September 29, 2008
Warren County Economic Development Corporation is pleased to announce that Warren County has been chosen to receive the Iowa Great Place designation.   The Iowa Great Places designation is a program that requires state agencies to partner with Iowa communities in creative new ...
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WCPP Grant Workshop 2008 September 29, 2008
The Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP) is hosting a grant application workshop on Monday, September 29, 2008 from 12:00 to 1:00pm in the Gallery Room (second floor) of the Indianola Wells Fargo Bank Building. WCPP Board will facilitate the workshop, which is designed to successfully ...
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WCPP Grant Applications for Fall 2008 September 29, 2008
Warren Coutny Philanthrop Partnership is accepting applications from any organization that is considered a 501-(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization. The link to find out more information is: http://www.wcedc.com/wcpp/. The mission of the Warren County Philanthropic Partnership is to promote philanthropy throughout Warren County. The foundation is made ...
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Warren County Representatives Promote a Unified Regional Economic Growth Agenda on Partnership's 29th Annual D.C. Trip June 20, 2008
Warren County – Representatives of Warren County communities joined just under 200 of Central Iowa's business, civic, and community leaders for the Greater Des Moines Partnership's lobbying trip to Washington, D.C. The itinerary underscored a range of advocacy, educational, and networking opportunities ...
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Warren County Philanthropic Partnership Awards $37,115 June 2, 2008
The fifth grant award reception for the Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP) was held Tuesday, May 20, 2008 in the Indianola Wells Fargo Bank Gallery Room to honor 13 local non-profit organizations on their receipt of the WCPP Grant.   The following ...
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Warren County Leadership Institute Class of 2008 Receives Grant From Warren County Philanthropic Partnership June 2, 2008
Warren County , IA – The Warren County Leadership Institute (WCLI) Class of 2008 has received a $1,600.00 grant from the Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP).   The Warren County Leadership Institute's primary goal is to train and inform leaders.   The class ...
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2008 Laborshed Analysis Available May 22, 2008
Warren County Economic Development Corporation's (WCEDC) updated Warren County Laborshed Study is now available.   An executive summary of the study details information such as employment status, labor by industry, commuting areas, and benefits offered. The information in the study was compiled and analyzed ...
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Warren County Leadership Celebrates Graduates April 18, 2008
On April 17, 2008 at Simpson College, the members of the Warren County Leadership Institute (WCLI) celebrated their accomplishments at a graduation ceremony.   The 15 th WCLI Class included: Laura Avitt - Indianola Brett Cermak – Norwalk ...
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WCEDC Receives $10,000 Grant from Prairie Meadows February 20, 2008
Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) has received a $10,000 grant from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino through its 2007 Community Betterment Grant Program.   Grants were awarded in late December with WCEDC receiving allocated funds in January 2008. Grant funds will help to ...
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Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award February 8, 2008
The Warren County Leadership Institute, a program that trains and informs leaders in our communities, presents the Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award each year to the nominated individual who best exemplifies leadership in Warren County.   We are looking for a candidate who ...
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Warren County Philanthropic Partnership Accepts Grant Applications and Announces Grant Workshop January 30, 2008
The Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP), which was organized to promote and enhance community based philanthropy in Warren County, is accepting grant applications for Warren County improvement projects. Nonprofit organizations serving Warren County are encouraged to submit applications.   In 2007, the Warren County ...
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WCLI Board Announces Class of 2008 January 21, 2008
The Warren County Leadership Institute (WCLI) recently announced its Class of 2008 participants.   The Leadership Institute, formed in 1993, is affiliated with the Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC), and has a primary objective to train and inform leaders throughout Warren County. ...
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WCEDC: A Year in Review December 26, 2007
Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) has had quite a productive year, starting with the Roadmap to Success Kick-Off Event which revealed the new marketing and sales plan.   To implement the plan, WCEDC “turned up the volume” and participated in a number of new ...
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WCEDC Provides SW Connector Update November 29, 2007
According to the Roadmap to Success Sales & Marketing Plan, Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) was given the responsibility of actively participating in regional development planning and has kept a watchful eye on the Southwest Connector Environmental Impact Study (EIS) [i] ...
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WCEDC Co-Hosts Economic Development Forum October 17, 2007
Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) is co-hosting a “Here's How” forum to help connect Warren County citizens with their state government.   Officials from seven different agencies will be attending to answer questions and share information about resources available for community and businesses growth. ...
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Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) Redesigned Website Launched September 19, 2007
The WCEDC website redesign, launched September 14 th , was more than cosmetic [ http://www.wcedc.com/ ].   As assigned in the Roadmap to Success Strategic Business and Marketing-Sales Plan, the WCEDC website was made more user-friendly and resourceful, as well as visually appealing incorporating the ...
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Tiffany Coleman Receives Certified Economic Developer Designation From the International Economic Development Council August 23, 2007
Warren County Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Tiffany Coleman in Warren County, Iowa recently earned the designation of Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), a national recognition that denotes a mastery of principal skills in economic development, professional attainment and a commitment to personal and professional ...
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Warren County Leads the Iowa Wine Industry August 15, 2007
You may already know that Iowa's wine industry is booming and continues to grow with more than 375 vineyards and 53 wineries.   But did you know that Warren County is leading the way in the state of Iowa with over 40 commercial vineyards and ...
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WCEDC Seeks Available Property Information for LOIS July 18, 2007
Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) has been actively working with brokers and property owners to obtain information about available sites and buildings in the county.   The organization's search continues as they prepare to obtain the most accurate, complete and current information available for ...
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Warren County Representatives Promote A Unified Regional Economic Growth Agenda on Partnership's 28th Annual D.C. Trip June 20, 2007
Representatives of the Warren County joined a record-setting 215 of Central Iowa's business, civic and community leaders for the Greater Des Moines Partnership's lobbying trip to Washington, D.C. The itinerary underscored a range of advocacy, educational and networking opportunities for those who participated in the ...
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New Opportunity for Donating Funds Directly from Your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to Your Local Foundation May 24, 2007
The Warren County Philanthropic Partnership is pleased to announce that there is still time to donate funds directly from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to your local foundation or to any other qualified charity.   This possibility is available only in calendar year 2007 ...
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Carlisle Hosts Focus on Growth - Economic Development May 16, 2007
The Carlisle community has been working to focus more on growth through a bi-yearly forum held to discuss various topics and issues.   For the latest Focus on Growth forum, it was suggested by Mayor Ruth Randleman to have an Economic Development (ED) 101 Training ...
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Warren County Leadership Institute Raises More than $6,000 for Emergency Defibrillators April 24, 2007
Since 1993 the Warren County Leadership Institute (WCLI) has been committed to guiding concerned citizens toward becoming knowledgeable leaders in addressing issues facing Warren County.   In order to actively accomplish this goal, each graduating class must complete a county betterment project.   This year's ...
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Warren County Economic Development Corporation Receives $8,000 Grant from Prairie Meadows March 28, 2007
Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) has received an $8,000 grant from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino through its 2006 Community Betterment Grant Program.   Grants were awarded in late December with WCEDC receiving their allocated funds in March 2007. Grant funds will help ...
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Roadmap to Success is Already Creating Buzz about Warren County February 23, 2007
Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) unveiled the new Roadmap to Success Marketing & Sales Plan on January 30, 2007 and is already creating buzz within the Des Moines metropolitan.   The organization has had a number of communications from people volunteering their energy ...
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WARREN COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT LEADERS PRESENT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GROWTH STRATEGY January 31, 2007
January 30, 2007 - Economic development leaders in Warren County today presented a new county-wide strategy to retain, attract and grow business investments and jobs.    Leaders also unveiled a new brand identity defining the area as “ Naturally Set for Your Success.”       ...
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Warren County Economic Development Corporation Plans Roadmap to Success Event January 19, 2007
The Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) Board of Directors and staff will be holding an event to present the Warren County Economic Development Roadmap to Success for their investors, stakeholders and partners on Tuesday, January 30, 2007, at Simpson College in the Great Hall. ...
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Warren County Philanthropic Partnership Awards $26,400 December 21, 2006
The second grant award ceremony for the Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP) was held Thursday, December 14, 2006 in the Wells Fargo Gallery Room to honor 11 local non-profit organizations on their receipt of the WCPP Grant.  The following organizations were honored at the ...
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Development of the Hillcrest Industrial Site Underway November 20, 2006
Dirt has already been moved and progress has been made for the new Hillcrest Industrial Park north of Indianola and east of U.S. Highway 65/69.   The new development will consist of six lots all roughly two acres. The development of the new site ...
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Iowa Great Places Names Warren County Finalist October 18, 2006
Warren County was one of twelve Iowa communities identified as a finalist for the Iowa Great Places initiative.   The next step in the process is for the Iowa Great Places Citizen Advisory Board to tour the finalist's sites and announce the Iowa Great Places. ...
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Warren County Leadership Institute Accepting Applications October 2, 2006
Applications are being accepted for the 13 th Warren County Leadership Institute to begin January 2007.   The Institute's primary objective is to train and inform leaders.   Warren County Leadership Institute encourages adults to create the best future for themselves, their families, their communities, ...
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Warren County Philanthropic Partnership Grant Workshop September 8, 2006
Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP) is hosting a Grant Application Workshop September 7, 2006 to review the grant application and answer questions.   In order to accommodate everyone, the WCPP is holding two times for the workshop at noon and at 7 PM in the ...
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Warren County Soon to be Home of Soy Innovations Expansion July 24, 2006
The soy by-product market has not been tapped by Warren County until now.   The Greater Des Moines Partnership, City of Indianola, Indianola Municipal Utilities, Iowa Department of Economic Development, Warren County Economic Development Corporation, MidAmerican Energy and a local landowner and contractor are working ...
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Warren County Participates in Partnership's 27th Annual D.C. Trip June 22, 2006
Representatives from Warren County joined a record-setting 200 of Central Iowa's business, civic and community leaders for the Greater Des Moines Partnership's lobbying trip to Washington D.C. The itinerary underscored a range of educational and networking opportunities for those who participated in ...
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Warren County's 2006 Summer Events May 24, 2006
Warren County is packed full of entertainment for the 2006 summer schedule.   There is entertainment for everyone from bikers to golfers, from wine lovers to music lovers, and from ballooners to baseball fans.   The following is information on just a few of ...
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Warren County Philanthropic Partnership Awards $27,300 April 21, 2006
The first ever grant award ceremony for the Warren County Philanthropic Partnership (WCPP) was held Tuesday, April 11, 2006 at the Annett Nature Center to honor 12 local non-profit organizations on their receipt of the WCPP Grant.     The following organizations were ...
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Updated Laborshed Analysis Available March 15, 2006
Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) has recently updated the Warren County Laborshed Study and it is now available.   An executive summary of the study details information such as employment status, labor by industry, commuting areas, and benefits offered. The information in the ...
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Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award Accepting Nominations February 15, 2006
The Warren County Leadership Institute (WCLI), a program that trains and informs leaders in our communities, presents the Kent Britten Memorial Leadership Award each year to the nominated individual who best exemplifies leadership in Warren County.   WCLI is looking for a candidate ...
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WCEDC Receives $10,000 Grant from Prairie Meadows January 18, 2006
Warren County, IA – Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) has received a $10,000 grant from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino through its 2005 community betterment grant program.   Grants were awarded in mid December with WCEDC receiving their allocated funding in January 2006. ...
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Carlisle Development Corporation Seeking Investors December 22, 2005
Formed in 1997, the Carlisle Development Corporation is revitalizing efforts.   In doing so, the corporation is seeking investors and is asking 35 parties to invest $2,500. The corporation was formed under the mission of “promoting the economic development of greater Carlisle and the ...
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LOIS Website Helpful for Economic Development November 16, 2005
Location One Information System (LOIS) provides information about communities and available sites and buildings.   Specific information on Warren County may be sorted on the LOIS site.   The online database, which is available to everyone, has recently been updated and is proving to be ...
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Warren County Leadership Institute Accepting Applications October 19, 2005
Applications are being accepted for the 12 th Warren County Leadership Institute to begin January 2006.   The Institute's primary objective is to train and inform leaders.   Warren County Leadership Institute encourages adults to create the best future for themselves, their families, their communities, ...
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Carlisle Schools: Building a Foundation For Education September 23, 2005
Carlisle is looking forward and thinking of youth and education with the Early Childhood Center, a new addition to the Carlisle Elementary School.   The new addition will alleviate crowding and accommodate for foreseen growth in the district. The new addition will be a foundation ...
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IMU Telecommunications Project Enhances Economic Development in Warren County August 17, 2005
Indianola Municipal Utilities (IMU) is formulating a telecommunications project with a private service provider to deliver advanced telecommunications services.   The private company will be accountable of co-managing, constructing and owning the necessary equipment needed to serve the Indianola market.   IMU will provide ...
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Warren County Economic Development Corporation Priority Projects Approved By U. S. Congress August 2, 2005
On July 29, the U. S. Congress approved a ground transportation bill which included two projects that the Warren County Economic Development Corporation has been actively supporting for funding with our congressional delegation.   The improvement of Iowa Highway 92 ...
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Carlisle Scotch Ridge Center: the Natural Choice July 25, 2005
Development of the Scotch Ridge Center is just one of the ways the city of Carlisle is demonstrating how it is the “Natural Choice.”   The Scotch Ridge Center project has many elements.   The project's many parts include realigning roads and improving the ...
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Warren County Representatives Strengthen Partnership's 26th Annual DC Trip June 22, 2005
Representatives of the Warren County joined more than 170 other local business, civic and community leaders for the Greater Des Moines Partnership's 2005 lobbying trip to Washington D.C. The 2005 trip, dubbed “Destiny DC 2005,” was the Partnership's largest ever. The itinerary underscored a range ...
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Indianola's Des Moines Metro Opera Recognized by New York Times May 24, 2005
In a special "Summer Stages" section of the Sunday, May 1, New York Times, this prestigious publication recognized Des Moines Metro Opera (DMMO) as a festival that has been "mounting quality productions with young professionals for over 30 years." Anne Midgette, a well-known writer ...
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New GIS Link Proves More Efficient to Appraiser and Property Owner April 28, 2005
The Warren County website's link to the GIS system, updated last November, contains several improvements that better enable the navigator to search the site in a more efficient manner that benefits both the appraiser and the property owner.   This site is not restricted to ...
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New Aquatic Center Under Construction In Warren County March 16, 2005
Community pride and citizen involvement have always played a key role in identifying and developing quality of life amenities in the P.E.A.C.H. communities of central Iowa (Palmyra, Easter Lake, Avon, Carlisle and Hartford).   Most recently, community leaders and volunteers have worked together to finance ...
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NOMINATIONS SOUGHT FOR WARREN COUNTY LEADERSHIP AWARD February 21, 2005
The Warren County Leadership Institute, a program that trains and informs leaders in our communities, presents the Warren County Leadership Award each year to the nominated individual who best exemplifies leadership in Warren County, Iowa.   Candidates displaying exemplary qualities of leadership and ...
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Warren County Tax Base Continues to Grow in 2004 January 21, 2005
Every township in Warren County has shown growth in the last year.   A total of 275 residential units are documented for rural Warren County. A total of 324 residential units are documented for the urban areas in Warren County.   All 599 housing units ...
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Norwalk Building Permits Top $35,000,000 in 2004 December 16, 2004
2004 has been an exciting year for tax base diversification in Norwalk.   A number of projects have started this year and will continue over the next year. The following highlights show the variety and mixed uses that are essential to the attainment of a ...
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Coming This Spring To Warren County - Conservation Development November 18, 2004
Coming This Spring To Warren County - Conservation Development Danamere Farms located in the Warren County community of Carlisle is one of three Conservation Communities being planned by Hubbell Realty Company in the Des Moines region.   Danamere Farms will be directly ...
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WCEDC & Indianola Chamber of Commerce Host DMACC Business Resources Program October 25, 2004
Warren County Economic Development Corporation in cooperation with the Indianola Chamber of Commerce is hosting a program by Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) Business Resources.  Jeff Janes, DMACC training consultant, will present a short program on the services and opportunities available to business and ...
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October 7 Dedication for Iowa's Newest State Park September 28, 2004
DES MOINES - Iowa's newest state park underwent an "extreme makeover" to create a new venue of family fun in the outdoors from what was once a troubled public wildlife area. Dedication of Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park, midway between Des Moines ...
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MILO RECEIVES $9,000 RACI GRANT FOR DR. ADELINE L. MCCORMICK-OHNEMUS COMMUNITY CENTER September 23, 2004
Warren County Economic Development Corporation is pleased to announce the receipt of $9,000 by the Milo community for improvements to the Dr. Adeline L. McCormick-Ohnemus Community Center from RACI. Warren County Economic Development Corporation wrote and submitted a grant application on behalf of the City of ...
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Warren County Economic Development Corporation Endorses DMACC Educational Equipment Levy August 30, 2004
The Board of Directors of the Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) voted unanimously to endorse the DMACC Educational Equipment Levy. On September 14, central Iowa voters can vote their support for Des Moines Area Community College and the more than 22,000 credit students, 50,000 ...
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RadioShack Seeks Local Franchise Investor August 20, 2004
Bill Bartels, RadioShack Marketing Manager, is seeking candidates for the RadioShack Franchise Program. The RadioShack Corporation has approved Indianola for a franchise. The new enterprise will be an independent store or co-located with another business. The independent store would be 1000 ...
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WCEDC Endorses County Gaming Referendum August 18, 2004
The Board of Directors of the Warren County Economic Development Corporation (WCEDC) voted unanimously to endorse a county referendum on whether gaming should be allowed in Warren County. Developers have proposed location of a riverboat casino and hotel in Warren County, among other central Iowa ...
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LA QUERCIA LLC BREAKS GROUND IN NORWALK August 17, 2004
Herb and Kathy Eckhouse are pleased to announce that ground was broken in late June to begin construction of their prosciutto production facility (“prosciuttifficio”) in Norwalk, Iowa. Production is expected to begin before the end of the year, with the introduction of their artisan quality ...
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IDNR Announces Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park July 30, 2004
Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park, the newest recreational facility in the state, will provide opportunities for family members of all ages.  The new park, expected to be open later this summer, will meet the needs of active families desiring outdoor activities.  Banner Lakes at ...
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