2019 Carroll County Leadership Graduation Carroll Leadership Institute marks its 20th with graduation of the 2019 class on Wednesday, April 17th at the Carroll Centre. More >> Thursday, April 18, 2019
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CADC Supports DMACC Computer Languages ProgramCADC Provides Support for DMACC Computer Languages Program
At their March board meeting, Carroll Area Development Corporation Board the Directors learned of the proposed Computer Languages program that is currently being developed by Des Moines Area Community College at the Carroll Campus. DMACC Provost at the Carroll location, Joel Lundstrom, shared details of the program, how the need came about, and how his team has worked with area high schools to work in strategic partnership to develop a program that will meet the needs of the area school districts. Joel stated “It is rare to find a program that is in high-demand, may recruit new businesses to rural communities, and that has the support of schools, community, and economic development groups.
As the program is designed for students to begin their Junior year working toward a Computer Languages program, initially there is still work to be done. The first steps, according to Lundstrom, are hiring an instructor and securing students for participation. Additionally, the board was informed of career opportunities following the completion of the Computer Languages program. In discussing the implementation of this new curriculum as early as the next school year, CADC was interested in learning what support is still needed in order to secure the program locally as well as the long term potential and economic benefit to the area.
Leadership of Carroll Area Development Corporation were in agreement that providing financial support for the program was important to the success of the program for the long term. This addition to DMACC offerings is going to bring new career opportunities to area students. These classes are preparing kids for careers well above area median wages, and is providing a talent pipeline for existing employers that are experiencing recruitment challenges. In total, CADC is contributing up to $7,500 for the program to get started to ensure that all students in the DMACC Carroll market have the same opportunity to participate. According to Director Landauer, “CADC with its financial support is potentially changing the lives of young people in Carroll with a new educational opportunity and providing new economic development possibilities to strengthen Carroll county for years to come.”
Providing strength to partnerships in the community is something of interest to the organization. CADC has shown support in the past for education projects, specifically supporting the Instructional Support Levey put to the voters in 2014. “CADC has consistently supported investments to strengthen our talent pool available to local industry and potential entrepreneurs. As workforce development and low unemployment rates continue to be a topic locally, that conversation is consistent with what is being heard across Iowa and the Midwest. The communities that are making progress and continuing to grow are those that seek strategic partnerships and work together looking at the longer term vision for the community,” stated Executive Director, Shannon Landauer.
Jim Auen, CADC President points to the efforts of Governor Reynolds with Future Ready Iowa when discussing workforce. “We see leadership in the state focus on training local talent and doing their best to emphasize local opportunities. It is critical to educate students on local employment opportunities while they are in the process of making decisions for the future. With opportunities such as DMACC’s Computer Languages program, our area youth are able to get a headstart on their education with great career potential without significant financial burden.” As the trades and technical skills are an ever increasing need in rural communities, there is further emphasis at the state level to bring the business and education sectors together for discussion of future opportunities. As Carroll Area Development Corporation works closely with businesses in the Carroll County area, there is continued effort to bring workforce and education partners and opportunities to the table to explore the best and most efficient ways to encourage growth in the Carroll County communities.
Thursday, April 18, 2019
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Carroll McDonald's Receiving a Remodel We are excited to announce that Carroll McDonald's is receiving a complete remodel of the interior of the restaurant for the whole community to enjoy! More >> Monday, April 01, 2019
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Times Herald going all local 2 days a weekNew schedule responds to reader demand, improves reliability of delivery More >> Wednesday, March 20, 2019
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VAN METER NAMED AUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDER BY ROCKWELL AUTOMATIONVan Meter Inc., a long-time distributor of Rockwell Automation’s Allen-Bradley® and Rockwell Automation® product brands in Iowa and parts of Illinois, Nebraska, South Dakota, Missouri and Wisconsin, is now authorized to deliver Rockwell Automation Services. More >> Wednesday, March 20, 2019
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Carroll Chamber of Commerce Legislative Forum rescheduled for March 8Senator Mark Segebart and Representative Brian Best will attend a rescheduled Carroll Chamber of Commerce Legislative Forum on Friday, March 8, from 4:00-5:00 p.m. at the Harold Bierl Community Room at the Depot Courtyard in Carroll. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.
The forum will include opening comments from Legislators, prepared questions from the Chamber Legislative Committee and time for questions from attendees.
The 2019 Schedule follows:
Forum Dates Location
Saturday, March 23 Glidden Public Library, 110 Idaho Street, Glidden
Saturday, April 27 DMACC-Carroll Campus, 906 N Grant Road, Carroll Wednesday, March 06, 2019
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Hoop It Up cancelledOn behalf of the Carroll Chamber of Commerce, we are going to cancel the 13th Annual Hoop It Up basketball tournament scheduled for this weekend, Feb. 23 & 24. Due to the expected forecast of freezing rain, snowfall and high winds, we want everyone to stay safe, which was our biggest deciding factor.
We are disappointed as we were looking forward to welcoming so many teams and fans to our community for a weekend full of games and so much more. We were also looking forward to watching all of our local teams play in front of a home crowd.
We’re looking forward to Hoop It Up 2020. Wednesday, March 06, 2019
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Best of Iowa and Carroll County: Business Insights from Hundreds of InterviewsEnter body here... More >> Thursday, February 21, 2019
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Landus Cooperative Presented with Spirit of Excellence AwardEnter body here... More >> Thursday, February 21, 2019
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Hoop It Up tournament brings community togetherCARROLL – The Carroll Chamber of Commerce will host the 13th Annual Hoop It Up youth basketball tournament the last weekend in February, and the deadline to enter teams is less than a month away.
The tournament – which is for boys in grades 3 to 9 and girls in grades 5 to 8 – is in its 13th year and is set for Feb. 23 and 24. The games are played at eight gyms around town, at Carroll and Kuemper Catholic schools and the Carroll Recreation Center.
“Hoop It Up is a great event for this community as it showcases our progressive, revitalized city,” said Kurt Baumhover, who first organized the tournament 13 years ago and serves as tournament director. “We’re able to show off everything Carroll has to offer to approximately 3,000 people in a two-day span.”
Baumhover looks forward to the excitement Hoop It Up brings to the community every year.
“Everyone puts their best foot forward,” Baumhover said, noting the numerous volunteers and organizations who step up to help with the tournament, including the Carroll and Kuemper Booster Club volunteers who work admissions and local organizations who run concession stands. “It says a lot to be in our 13th year. Many teams chose the Carroll Hoop It Up to be their last tournament of the year because we not only have great school facilities, but also great hotels to accommodate them, great restaurants and great retail stores.”
The Carroll Chamber hosts the event to help draw visitors to Carroll in an effort to boost the city’s hotels, restaurants and businesses. Sixty-eight teams competed last year. Over 40 are registered so far for this year’s tournament.
Mark Nepple, who chairs the Chamber’s Hoop It Up committee says the event not only highlights the talented homegrown players, but the town as a well.
“Our young players and families travel all over for tournaments like this one, so it’s nice to be able to have one in our community that not only brings talent to our town, but also shows off what Carroll has to offer,” Nepple said. “Whether it be shopping, dining or just enjoying the close knit community that I get to call home, it’s a great way to bring people here.”
Carroll Chamber of Commerce • PO Box 307, 407 W Fifth, Carroll, Iowa 51401 • (712) 792-4383 • www.carrolliowa.com
Members of the Hoop It Up committee are: Kurt Baumhover, tournament director, Mark Nepple, chair, Andy Reiman,
Brent Kjellberg, Nick Greteman, Kyle Christensen, Pat Venteicher, Justin Yetmar, Della Lappe, John Perrin, and Travis
Osterlund.
Online registration and more information for the tournament is at www.carrolliowa.com/hoop-it-up. Tuesday, January 15, 2019
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CADC Presents Carroll Coolers with the The Spirit of Excellence AwardCarroll Area Development Corporation presented Mark Edmonds, President; Bryce Beedy, Vice President and Dave Miller, Plant Manager of Carroll Coolers with The Spirit of Excellence award on October 16, 2018. The Spirit of Excellence award recognizes Carroll County businesses that invest resources in projects that result in a larger property tax base and additional quality jobs in Carroll County. Carroll Coolers recently invested $3.4 million dollars in equipment and a 19,370 square foot expansion to their facility which will create 10 additional jobs in the next 1-2 years. More >> Wednesday, October 17, 2018
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Chamber Introduces Summer Photo ContestEnter body here... More >> Thursday, May 24, 2018
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Carroll Area Development Corporation Collaborates to Produce Ashwood Business Park Feature Video Enter body here... More >> Wednesday, May 23, 2018
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2018 Carroll Magazine Available Enter body here... More >> Friday, April 27, 2018
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18th Carroll County Leadership Institute GraduationEnter body here... More >> Friday, April 27, 2018
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Carroll Area Development Corporation Celebrates Small Business Week Enter body here... More >> Friday, April 27, 2018
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ISU Releases 2017 Trade Analysis Report for Carroll County and Area CommunitiesEnter body here... More >> Thursday, April 12, 2018
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2018 Hoop It Up Tournament Showcases Competitive Youth BasketballEnter body here... More >> Thursday, March 01, 2018
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February 24 Legislative Forum ScheduledEnter body here... More >> Monday, February 19, 2018
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2018 Annual Chamber Banquet HighlightsEnter body here... More >> Wednesday, February 14, 2018
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Trophies Plus Honored with Spirit of Excellence AwardEnter body here... More >> Thursday, February 08, 2018
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Carroll County Agricultural Scholarship Fund Seeks Student ApplicantsEnter body here... More >> Thursday, January 18, 2018
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Legislative Forums Offer Opportunity to Hear Direct LegislatorsEnter body here... More >> Tuesday, January 16, 2018
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2018 Hoop It Up Tournament Filling FastEnter body here... More >> Thursday, January 04, 2018
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Spadaro to Lead Van Meter Automation DivisionReinertson Retires After 25 Years of Service More >> Wednesday, January 03, 2018
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Chamber Bucks Promotion Issues Nearly $10,000 in Two DaysMore Than $50,000 Issued Annually More >> Tuesday, December 19, 2017
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Carroll Business Owner Chosen for Statewide SBDC AwardTony Wernimont chosen for Small Business of the Month Award More >> Wednesday, November 08, 2017
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VAN METER AIMS TO ADVANCE LITERACY, PROMOTE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTElectrical distributor creates 30 lending libraries More >> Wednesday, November 01, 2017
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Carroll Chamber Launches #ChooseCarroll CampaignEnter body here... More >> Thursday, October 19, 2017
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Landauer Named to Professional Developers of Iowa BoardEnter body here... More >> Thursday, October 05, 2017
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Carroll Chamber to Celebrate 60 Years of Band DayEnter body here... More >> Thursday, September 21, 2017
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Nationally Recognized Talent Recruitment Strategist Coming to Carroll Carroll Area Development Corporation Lays Groundwork for County Wide Recruitment Efforts More >> Monday, September 18, 2017
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VAN METER INC. NAMED A TOP IOWA WORKPLACEElectrical Distributor honored for sixth consecutive year More >> Monday, September 18, 2017
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2017 Employment Benefit Analysis Published for WIAD RegionEnter body here... More >> Wednesday, September 06, 2017
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Carroll Area Development Corporation CoHosts Workforce Warrior Awards, Employer Educator SummitEnter body here... More >> Tuesday, August 29, 2017
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Bomgaars ExpansionCADC Board of Directors were given a tour of the former Kmart building which will be soon be the new home of Bomgaars.
Carroll Bomgaars Store Manager, Mark Nepple said this move will more than quadruple the size of Bomgaars in Carroll. The current store is 21,000 square feet, the former Kmart location is 96,000 square feet.
Bomgaars currently employs 40 people, Nepple plans to hire up to 20 more employees with the expansion.
Construction on the store will start August 14th with an aggressive plan to be in the new location by November 1st. More >> Tuesday, August 08, 2017
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VAN METER INC. WELCOMES NEW CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICERVan Meter Inc., a leading distributor of electrical and mechanical solutions, announced today that Melanie Fisher Doyle, a seasoned financial executive, has joined the company’s leadership team as Chief Financial Officer.
Melanie brings more than 20 years of experience in finance, investment management, and the practice of law. Before joining Van Meter, she served in a variety of roles at Aegon Asset Management. Melanie was both a senior officer and an attorney at Aegon Asset Management in the accounting and reporting areas of the real estate operation. Prior to that she was in-house counsel for a national telecommunications firm, and spent several years in private law practice.
“Melanie’s impressive background in finance and law, as well as her commitment to helping others, make her a great fit for her new role at Van Meter,” said Van Meter President and CEO, Lura McBride. “We welcome Melanie to our team and look forward to her contributions to our future growth and success.”
Melanie is a native of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She earned her undergraduate degree at Luther College in Decorah, IA, and then went on to the University of Iowa, College of Business and College of Law to complete her Master of Business Administration (MBA), and Juris Doctor (JD) degrees. Melanie’s community service record includes volunteering for Alternative Services/Meals on Wheels, JDRF of Eastern Iowa, and the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
“I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to be part of the “Van Meter Magic,” said Melanie. “The company has a reputation as an outstanding place to work, for delivering lasting value to customers, and doing business in innovative ways. I’m also impressed with Van Meter’s commitment to the people and communities it serves.”
Headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Van Meter is an Iowa-based distributor selling more than 800 brands of electrical and mechanical products to contractor, industrial and commercial customers nationwide, as well as internationally. Van Meter’s offering encompasses lighting, data communications, electric, utility, automation, power transmission, renewable energy, and more. Van Meter is a 100% employee-owned company with 15 locations across the Midwest. To learn more about Van Meter, visit www.vanmeterinc.com. More >> Monday, August 07, 2017
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Carroll Bomgaars To Move East Into CitiCentre PlazaEnter body here... More >> Wednesday, August 02, 2017
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Carrollfest August 12th Graham Park A full day of fun for the entire family ! More >> Wednesday, August 02, 2017
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ServiceMaster Announces Intention to Spin Off American Home Shield Separation Provides Both ServiceMaster and American Home Shield the Opportunity to Realize Their Respective Growth Potential and Deliver Enhanced Long-Term Value for Shareholders More >> Tuesday, August 01, 2017
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CADC Makes Cost of Living Index Available for Carroll CountyCarroll – The cost to live in Carroll County is lower than the national average, according to Carroll Area Development Corporation (CADC) and The Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER)... More >> Thursday, July 20, 2017
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Carroll Chamber Says “Thank You” to Local Ag Industry with Golf Outing Appreciation EventThe Carroll Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Agri-Business Golf Outing on Friday, August 11, 2017, to recognize and honor the area’s 1,065 farms and the hardworking individuals and businesses behind the success of those farms.
“Agriculture is a cornerstone of our community and the Chamber Golf Outing is one opportunity to say thank you, not only to the farmers but also those in agri-business who support our local ag community,” explains Sarah Foley, Chamber program director.
According to the 2012 USDA Census of Agriculture, the market value of crops grown in Carroll County reaches $192.2 million. Meanwhile, the market value of Carroll County livestock tops $384.4 million. Of course a business this sizable doesn’t just happen.
Agriculturally related jobs in the county account for more than 3,683 jobs, with those individuals earning $235.2 million annually.
“We see agriculture every day, driving past a corn field or watching a feed truck roll through town,” adds Foley. “This is our event to recognize and celebrate these amazing efforts.”
The event is sponsored by more than 40 area businesses and an expected 140 golfers are registered to play, with many more expected to come and partake in the post-golf steak dinner. Additional steak dinner tickets can be purchased in advance by calling the Chamber office at (712) 792-4383. Tuesday, July 18, 2017
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Annual Access Washington DC Trip Puts Carroll County Leaders Face-to-Face with Elected RepresentativesEach June for the past six years the Carroll Area Development Corporation (CADC) has orchestrated a near week-long trip to the nation’s capital to put local leaders in touch with elected officials, known as “Access Washington."... More >> Wednesday, June 14, 2017
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58th Annual Carroll Band Day The Carroll Chamber of Commerce is coordinating the 58th Annual Carroll Band Day Parade on Saturday, October 3, 2015. Thursday, October 08, 2015
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