Western Iowa is in the midst of one of the world’s most fertile agricultural areas. So perhaps it’s fitting that it’s such an outstanding place to grow in business and in life. These days, many successful companies are taking advantage of Western Iowa’s favorable economic climate to produce and market their goods and services nationally and internationally. These companies benefit from business-friendly state policies and the region’s highly trained and productive workforce.
And Western Iowa has the “living” side of the equation down, too. It is a place of safe, friendly communities; good schools; wide-open spaces and excellent outdoor recreation. A place where wildlife and bike trails are plentiful, but traffic is not. A place where you can balance your time between rewarding careers and raising your family. Add it all up, and it’s easy to see why Western Iowa is a good thing growing.
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Carroll to celebrate 50th anniversary of Minneapolis Lakers’ forced airplane landing here
Posted January 8 at 3:47 PM
Carroll to celebrate 50th anniversary of Minneapolis Lakers’ forced airplane landing here The public is invited to attend a reception to recognize the 50th anniversary of the forced landing of the Minneapolis Lakers plane in Carroll. The reception will be 50 years to the day of the miracle landing, Monday, January 18, 2010 at the Harold Bierl Community Room at the Depot Plaza. The reception will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. with a short program at 6:00 p.m. to include Harold Gifford, co-pilot of the aircraft, accounts from local residents and the unveiling of a monument to commemorate the landing. Daily Times Herald - Thurs., Jan.7, 2010
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Details of 2009-2010 Scholarship Program Released
Posted November 17 at 4:30 PM
Since its inception, West Central has awarded more than $50,000 in scholarships to area students pursuing an education in an agriculturally related field through its Excellence in Agriculture scholarship program.
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WIAD Rolls Out Virtual Speculative Building Program
Posted November 2 at 10:26 AM
Western Iowa Advantage posted videos for available speculative buildings on its website. Click this link for more info.
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Art Show Set Here for Saturday, November 14
Posted September 29 at 10:58 AM
Plans are shaping up for the fourth annual Raccoon River Art Fair scheduled for Saturday, November 14 in downtown Coon Rapids.
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Visitor’s Center Done Soon
Posted September 29 at 10:56 AM
The Whiterock Convervancy’s newest addition, a visitor’s center, is expected to be completed at the end of September. The facility has been named the Bur Oak Visitor’s Center.
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Carroll Chamber of Commerce Legislative Forum
February 13 in Carroll, Carroll County
Legislative Forum with Rep Rod Roberts and Sen Steve Kettering to be held from 10:00 - 11:00 AM at Carroll County Farm Bureau in Carroll, 408 W 8th St.
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Carroll Chamber of Commerce Legislative Forum
February 27 in Lidderdale, Carroll County
Legislative Forum with Rep Rod Roberts and Sen Steve Kettering to be held from 10:00 - 11:00 AM in Lidderdale.
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Carroll Chamber of Commerce Hoop It Up Youth Basketball Tournament
February 27-28 in Carroll, Carroll County
The Chamber will host the 4th Annual Hoop It Up Youth Basketball Tournament for boys grades 4-9 and girls grades 6-8 from around the state.
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Carroll Chamber of Commerce Workshop "Design Your Business for Success"
March 9 in Carroll, Carroll County
Join this 90 minute workshop and focus on running a productive, consistent, and profitable business. The workshop begins at 8:00 am in the Harold Bierl Community Room. Call the Chamber office for more details: 712-792-4383.
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Carroll Chamber of Commerce Legislative Forum
March 13 in Carroll, Carroll County
Legislative Forum with Rep Rod Roberts and Sen Steve Kettering to be held from 10:00 - 11:00 AM at St. Anthony Regional Hospital’s Education Center, 311 S Clark St.
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