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Search launched for next Leader for Calhoun County Economic Development Corporation

The Calhoun County Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors has announced that Executive Director, Theresa Hildreth, intends to retire at the start of 2027, following three years of transformational growth and renewed momentum for economic and community development efforts across Calhoun County.

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A Golfer's Weekend in Calhoun County

Three Courses, Small-Town Hospitality & Lake Country Views

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Lohrville Visions - Spray Pad Ground Breaking

After years of planning, fundraising, grant writing, and community support, Lohrville Visions is finally preparing to break ground on the community's long-awaited spray pad project.

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WHO Great Iowa Tractor Ride Rolls Through Calhoun County

The 2026 WHO Great Iowa Tractor Ride made its inaugural visit to Calhoun County this week, bringing hundreds of tractors, visitors from across the country, and a celebration of Iowa's agricultural heritage to our communities.

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Cuisine in the Corn presented by Leadership Calhoun

Cuisine in the Corn is an elegant farm-to-table celebration that brings together exceptional dining, live entertainment, and community philanthropy while honoring the inaugural Leadership Calhoun Cohort and investing in the future of Calhoun County.

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Discovering the Hidden Gem of Twin Lakes, Iowa

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Discover Small-Town Magic: Your Ultimate Agritourism Guide to Calhoun County, Iowa

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Leadership Calhoun - Year One - In the Books

As Leadership Calhoun concludes its inaugural year, the Calhoun County Economic Development Corporation extends sincere appreciation to the many organizations, businesses, and community partners who believed in the vision of local leadership development and invested in its success.

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Three Days Exploring Calhoun County's Parks, Lakes & Outdoor Adventures

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Small Town Handyman: Built to Serve

Every community depends on people willing to step in, solve problems, and help keep daily life running smoothly. The story of the Small Town Handyman reflects the value of hard work, practical skills, and the impact small acts of service can have on a town and the people who call it home.

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Two-Day Getaway in Calhoun County

Grow here in Calhoun County.

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A Legacy of Craftsmanship Continues

Warner Woodworking Transitions to Wozniak Woodworking

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SHE Grows Here: A Night That Proved What’s Possible in Calhoun County

The Calhoun County Women's Summit - SHE Grows Here was recently held as a first time event for the ladies of Calhoun County. Host director, Theresa Hildreth, shares her insight into bringing a new event into light in Calhoun County.

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DPI Marketing: Your Local Partner for Printing, Apparel, and Promotion in Rockwell City

In the heart of Rockwell City, Iowa, at 515 4th Street, you’ll find a small business making a big impact: DPI Marketing. For years, DPI has been known for publishing the Calhoun County Reminder, but under the ownership of Jason Major, the business has grown into so much more — a full-service partner for printing, apparel, and promotional needs serving businesses and organizations throughout Calhoun County and rural Iowa.

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Governor Kim Reynolds Appoints Theresa Hildreth to Empower Rural Iowa Initiative

Governor Kim Reynolds has appointed Theresa Hildreth, Executive Director and Board President of the Calhoun County Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC), to serve as a member of the Empower Rural Iowa (ERI) Initiative. Hildreth’s term runs from September 5, 2025, through August 31, 2027.

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