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MITCHELL COUNTY PRESS-NEWS, Osage, IA, Wed., March 16, 2011

New CT and remodeled emergency and surgery areas in the future for MCRHC Through advanced technology and process changes, Mitchell County Regional Health Center (MCRHC) continues to provide high quality health care to the residents of Mitchell County. For the next year, the organization has plans for redesigning the emergency and surgery departments and purchasing a new 32-slice CT unit. The more recent renovation projects at Mitchell County Regional Health Center have left the Emergency and Surgery areas mostly untouched. In January, the health center hosted a 5-day planning event where community members and MCRHC staff, including nurses and healthcare providers, created the new design for these departments, using life-size, 3dimensional mock-ups of the rooms. The architect was on hand to document everything so he could prepare blueprints once he returned to his office. The project will also allow for the creation of an infusion center for outpatient IV therapies and blood transfusions. All of the spaces were designed to provide better patient flow, more efficient delivery of high quality healthcare and patient privacy. Sandy Leggett, CEO at MCRHC, is very eager to begin the project, "People expect modern healthcare, even in rural areas. While we provide the very latest in healthcare technology and services, our emergency and surgery departments don't look very up to date. Rather than just giving the rooms a facelift, we are taking this opportunity to make things better for our medical staff, employees and, most importantly, our patients."

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MCRHC will replace its current 16-slice CT with a 32slice CT unit in August 2011. It will provide images of internal organs and tissue in less time with a lower radi ation dose for patients. According to Leggett, the project timeline has not been set but renovations will not start until later in the summer, at the earliest. The health center also has plans to replace the current 16-slice CT with a 32-slice CT. CT or Computed Tomography, provides 3dimensional images of the body's internal organs and soft tissues used for diagnosing internal damage and disease. The upgrade from a 16-slice to a 32-slice CT will provide many benefits for MCRHC patients. The 32slice CT will be able to scan in about 1/3 of the time of the 16-slice scanner. This will reduce the amount of time patients have to hold their breath during the scan. The image quality of the 32slice CT is better, allowing for easier and earlier diagnosis. The health center is also purchasing special software

that will lower the amount of radiation that a patient receives when getting a CT scan. According to Radiology Manager, Julie Brown, the 32-slice CT scanner was the right fit for Mitchell County. "We considered several options. However, the 32slice CT will provide great benefits for our patients with faster scanning times and reduced exposure to radiation." According to Leggett, the health center will be investing approximately $490,000 in the new CT and $1,650,000 on the renovations to the Emergency and Surgery Departments. "We are really excited about all of the new things happening at MCRHC," said Leggett. "We are always looking at how we can improve the way we serve the county."

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MITCHELL COUNTY PRESS-NEWS, Osage, IA, Wed., March 16, 2011

A message from the Osage Development Corporation Osage has definitely moved forward in the last year. We have gained population and gained jobs. Our agricultural roots, based in our quality land, have produced abundant crops yielding excellent returns. Our non-ag industries have provided excellent job opportunities, continuing to manufacture goods and services to national and international markets. We’ve added Artik/OEM Corporation and Nordik Manufacturing to our Northwest Industrial Park, bringing quality Canadian partners to our country and our community. With the significant assistance and partnership of Mitchell County Economic Development, the County, the City, IDED, and our utility providers, we have proven we can deliver the sites, the infrastructure, the employees, and the business culture which industries need and want.

by Kevin M. Kolbet, President, ODC We are a destination community for all goods and services area residents need and want. These include church, school (public and private), social, and business

needs. Public and private investment recently made in Osage is significant. Planned and orderly new single family homes have been constructed, a multi-family project nears completion, the Safety Center has become a reality, numerous storefronts have been enhanced with ownership changes, our strip mall has been renovated, and the CRC has provided an enhanced venue to “meet, play, learn, and enjoy”. Indeed, our quality of life has benefited. We are focused on the future. We are focused on bringing more jobs and more families with more students to our community. The team effort with the partners mentioned above, coupled with great long-term planning, and “can-do” attitudes of all citizens will yield results. Be positive and be proud!

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Osage Main Street Loan program adds $439,000 in improvements by David Namanny Press-News Editor

in 1998.

Osage's Main Street Revolving Loan fund program, as well as its Commercial Revolving Loan program, have been a huge success for the community since they were first created in 2001. Originally intended for businesses on Main Street that wanted to update their facades, the Main Street Loan program started with $240,000. About $150,000 was tax increment financing funds, and the other $90,000 was deposited in the account when the city closed the Streetscape project it had completed

"It was a good way to help business, as well as to make our Main Street more attractive," said Osage Public Works Director Jerry Dunlay. "Then we expanded it to include commercial properties as well." Over the past 10 years, the city of Osage had loaned out $439,000 in loans which are usually $10,000 each. Over time, the loans are paid back and new loans are issued. Of that $439,000 only about $9,000 has been defaulted on. "Most banks would love to have that ratio, so we think the program has

Weber Auto Parts

R&B Steak & Pizza

732-4005 Established in

1995 Serving the Osage Area For

16 Years

Teluwut Grille House & Pub 627 Main, Osage

832-3300

Established in

2004 Serving the Osage Area For

7 Years Also open at 104 N. Elm, Cresco 563-547-3300

been a huge success," said Osage City Clerk Cathy Penney. Here's a list of the revolving loans issued in the city of Osage

Dutch Traditions Art's Shoes & Repair Adams Plumbing & Heating Maple Leaf Storage LLC S&S Locker Ellingson Sales & Computer LeaBrian's Hairstyling RadioShack/Davis Paint Garden Gate Shirley's Variety

Pollard Pest Control & Lawn Care Tomorrow's Treasures Lucy's Lunch Box Teluwut Grillehouse and Pub Spring Creek Floorcoverings Mitchell County Mutual Insurance Advanced Health Medical Massage Nature's Floral, Gifts & Crafts Brendhan Wagner (Cleveland Bldg) J&H Choice Properties(carpet store) Val Blossoms Just Cuts Osage Auto Body Town & Country Grooming Mitchell County

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Main Street Loan & Commercial Loan Recipients

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Plumbing & Heating

Russ & Barb Krahenbuhl Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily

732-4415 Established in

Established in

1996 Serving the

2000

Chiropractic PC Dr. Aaron Street Dr. Scott Nerland Dr. Zach Muller 732-4665 Established in

2002

Serving the Osage Area For

Brendhan and Jeanne Wagner of Austin, Minnesota are restoring the historic Cleveland Building, which was constructed in 1899, and plan to eventually make their home in Osage. They are using a Main Street loan to help in the financing. (Press-News photo by David Namanny) Abstract Bisbee Income Tax & Accounting Kwik Serve Movie Run Power House LLC ( Maple Inn Bldg)

Osage Area For

Serving the Osage Area For

15 Years

11 Years

9 Years

Faith Home Assisted Living

Osage Medical Massage Center

Eichmeier Repair & Lisa’s Detail

Apple Valley Assisted Living

832-2580

732-5616

832-2246

832-2270

Established in

2006

June 2006

2006

2008

Serving the Osage Area For

5 Years

3 Years

Larson's Hardware Hank & Rental Adams Plumbing & Heating Debbie's American Legion Post 278 Eichmeier Auto Repair Mitchell Co Extension Service Kittleson Contracting Sculpture Hair & Fashion Osage Liquors Sheri's Hair Studio Osage Insurance Services Kountry Kupboard The Stitchery Nook S & S Locker Geno's Sports Stricker Plumbing & Heating The Front Porch Gifts Galore

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continued from page 3 the company hopes to have 20 employees by the end of this year, also said the Mitchell County community was key to locating in Osage. “We thought we had to locate in a bigger city and looked at many places like Des Moines, but we found that wasn’t true. The local development people in Osage really took action and impressed us.” Osage Development Corporation (ODC) President Kevin Kolbet said that he was proud of the work local leaders had done to make the new facility possible. “While ODC proved to be the catalyst, it is the people of Osage and Mitchell County who have a ‘can do attitude’ that helped make this all possible,” said Kolbet. “Companies looking for a location want action, not bureaucracy, and we were able to do that.”

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Artik/OEM President Benoit Poupart cuts the ribbon for the new canadian manufacturing companies located in the Osage Industrial Park. From left are Osage Mayor Steve Cooper, Poupart, Mitchell County Economic Development Director Brenda Dryer and Osage Development Corportation President Kevin Kolbet. (Press-News photo by David Namanny)

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732-5044

732-3337

732-3630

Established in

1977

Serving the Osage Area for

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34 Years

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Mauser Paul's Insurance Plumbing and 732-4682 800-373-6081 Heating Established in

1981 Serving the Osage Area For

30 Years

Kolbet said the ODC “bridged the gap” between the new companies and longtime sock manufacturer Fox River Mills, to make a space available for production. According to officials, the new businesses are leasing space in the north facility on the Fox River Mills campus. Renovations have been complete, hiring is almost finished, and product is being shipped from the facility. “It has been our pleasure to work with both companies as they have launched their US operations in Mitchell County,” said Mitchell County Economic Development Director Brenda Dryer. “I wish to extend my gratitude to Fox River Mills and the Osage Development Corporation who so willingly worked with Artik/OEM Corporation and Nordik Manufacturing to make this project happen in Osage.” Artik/OEM Inc. is an added value supplier to the public transit

34 Years

Adams Drywall Inc. 732-4770

& Rental 732-4261 Established in

1979

Shelter Insurance Cos. Brad Smith 732-5108 Established in

1980

1981

Serving the Osage Area For

32 Years

31 Years

30 Years

Dungey's Furniture and Gifts 732-4424 Established

Bisbee

Income Tax & Accounting Services 732-3445

1982

1987

Established in

Serving the Osage Area For

29 Years

Serving the Osage Area For

24 Years

22 Years

29 Years

Bruce Small 732-5835 Established in

Serving the Osage Area For

Dan & Sheila Adams

1982

Small's Service

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732-5924 Established in

Established in

industry. From its plants in Canada - and now in Osage - it supplies bus and railway car manufacturers across North America with various acoustical and thermal insulation systems, flooring, interior finishes and other key components. Key customers include Volvo, Daimler, Bombardier and Minnesotabased New Flyer Industries. “We are thankful for the opportunity the Iowa Department of Economic Development provided us to showcase our community, its attributes, and our industrial partners,” conclude Kolbet. “This is a prime example of how public, private, and volunteer organizations can work together to accomplish common goals, add value to facilities already in place, and add to our job base. We look forward to a long and growing relationship with Artik/OEM Corporation and Nordik Manufacturing Limited.”

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732-5414 732-5414 Established in

1994

Established in

1994 Serving the Osage Area Serving the For

17 Years

Canadian manufacturing companies locate in Osage by David Namanny Press-News Editor Two Canadian companies that manufacturer parts for public transit buses and railway cars in North America and Canada were welcomed to the Osage community this past January. Artik/OEM Corporation and Nordik Manufacturing, which was already in operation with 11 employees at the Osage Industrial Park, hosted a grand opening event for the public on January 11. Community leaders and economic development officials from across the North Central Iowa region and State of Iowa were in attendance. As well as speeches from Osage Mayor Steve Cooper and Osage Development Director Kevin Kolbet, the

president of Artik/OEM Benoit Poupart, addressed the crowd of about 65 in attendance. “Our company started a search process across the country for a location, and Mitchell County and Osage stood out from the very beginning,” said Poupart.“It was a good location, but the people here are what really stood out. As well as finding employees with the skills we need, the sense of community seen here is unbelievable.” After conducting a multistate and multi community search in Iowa, Osage was selected for the home of a new manufacturing operation for both companies. Bill Clark, the Executive Vice President of Nordik Manufacturing, who said Artik/OEM Plant Manager Troy Machin of Osage demonstrates one of the company’s computerized metal fabri continued on 14C cation machines that produces interior parts for public transit buses. (Press-News photo by David Namanny)

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MITCHELL COUNTY PRESS-NEWS, Osage, IA, Wed., March 16, 2011

$3.6 million in new construction currently underway in Osage by David Namanny Press-News Editor Construction in Osage continues to be strong, as a total of 56 building permits were issued by the city of Osage during 2010. The estimated value of the new permits totaled $3,598,955. Topping list in construction permits were 5 new duplexes built by Roger Mayer of Common Ground, LLC. The duplexss are located on the southeast part of Osage. Also constructed were 6 new homes ranging from $150,000 to $200,000 in estimated value, as well as several expansions and additions to both residential and commercial properties. This new construction, said Osage Public Works Director Jerry Dunlay is good for the local tax base. "It's definitely good for Osage," said Dunlay. "It shows we're strong and growing." 2010 zoning permits Nathan Bye, 933 Chase, addition to house, $96.430. Kelly Kuper, 607 Main, sign, $200. Andy Brumm, 332 Main, addition to garage, $35,000. Guy Buhrow, 816 N. 8th St., porch, $2,000. Margaret Falk, #7 Kirkwood Court, storage shed, $1,000. Spahn & Rose Lumber Co., 415 Main St., addition to lumber yard, $30,000. Jim Merritt, 219 N. 13th, storage shed, $1,200. Francis Balk, 1232 Ash, garage, $500. Dale Decklever, 714

Ash, addition to garage, $1,500. Tina Betts, 503 Chestnut, garage, $7,000. Kent Angell, 212 S. 11th St., garage, $20,000. Tracy A. Kleckner, 627 Chestnut, new house, $150,000. Jerry Herrick, 205 N. 14th St., porch, $500. Paul Danzow, 411 S. 11th St., garage, $4,000. Masha Pajer, 138 W. Main, room addition, $20,000. Marge Schroeder, 1220 Mechanic, deck, $1,500. Angel Westling, 218 N. 4th St., shed, $500. Troy Krahenbuhl, 715 Maple, garage, $20,000. Kathleen Gibson, 813 Pleasant, screened patio, $3,000. Dave Namanny, 332 Maple, garage, $10,000. Law Office-Nicholas Larson, 500 Main, sign, $1,000. Sylvia Duenow, 403 N. 10th St., ramp, $1,000. Kwik Serve/Scott Beyer, 115 Main, sign, $1,000. Phyllis Moss, 421 Maple, deck, $600. Scott Sawyer, ramp, $500. Prairie Lakes Church, 619 Main St., Suite B, sign, $500. Mitchell County Ag. Society, Fairgrounds, building, $30,000. Gary True, 603 S. 2nd, deck, $5,000. Duane Ramker, 820 S. 5th St., new house, $175,000. Russ Muhaffey, 415 Park, porch, $4,000. Dallas and Kelly Kuper, 315 Cherry, new house, $180,000. Sterling Drug, 616 N. 8th St., signs, $300.

Common Ground, LLC, 1304 & 1306 Oak Court, duplex, $180,000. Common Ground, LLC, 1308 & 1310 Oak Court, duplex, $180,000. Common Ground, LLC, 1316 & 1318, Oak Court, duplex, $180,000. Common Ground, LLC, 1320 & 1322 Oak Court, duplex, $180,000. Denny Brooker, 830 S. 6th St, deck, $300. Eva Zeno, 833 Chase, storage building, $200. James Oldenberger, 518 N. 11th St., carport, $1,500. Darin Tusler, 331 Cherry, new house, $166,000. Angela Peters, 416 Poplar, 3-seasons room & deck, $6,500. John Machin, 203 Vine, new house, $180,000. Uva McKee, 416 S. 10th, new house, $150,000. Jabez Wiese, 420 Pleasant, storage building, $200. June Arickx, 420 Maple, garage, $20,000. Chad Halbach, 816 Pleasant, new house, $180,000. Paul & Judy Morgan, 1102 Poplar St., handicapped ramp, $3,000. Ken & Mary Zuehl, 406 Maple, deck, $1,000. Justin Muller, 1014 Sunshine, addition to residence, $12,000. Casey's General Store, 309 Main, addition to Casey's, $150,000. Larry Simpson, 812 Oak, storage shed, $500. Kevin Scott, 318 S. 3rd, addition to garage, $17,500. Mike Swenson, 302 S. 2nd St., garage, $5,000. Nick Clark, 105 Cedar St., storage shed, $1,000.

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732-5271 Established in

1953

Under present ownership since

1981

Serving the Osage area for

58 Years

Style-Mor Beauty Salon 732-3631 Established in

1965 Phyllis Levendusky, owner, stylist, Helen Gerk, stylist Linda Schroeder, stylist

Serving the Osage Area for

46 Years

Ceremonies for Osage's new Public Safety Center, which houses both fire and police departments was conducted Saturday. Above, Fire Chief Kurt Angell and Osage Mayor Steve Cooper "uncoupled the fire hose" - the traditional way to signify the opening of a fire station. (Press-News photo by David Namanny)

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Implement Inc. 732-4301 Established in

Stan's

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1955

1953

Under Present Management since

Serving the Osage Area For

1999

58 Years

Staci Herrick owner

Osage Veterinary Clinic, P.C.

Faith

Lutheran

732-3671

Home 732-5511

Established in

1965

1967

Hometown Connection Established in

1956

Serving the Osage Area For 55 Years

Radio Shack

Dealer - 732-3466 Established in

1987 Serving the Osage

Area For 24

Years

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from 1964 and the right half was a new fire hose, signifying the move from the old to the new. "This facility has been a long time in coming, and will serve the community well," said Osage Mayor Steve Cooper during the celebration. "We want to thank all those who supported this project." The new dual-purpose building includes two floors. The lower level consists of 14,240 square feet, with the upper level 4,715 square feet. The new fire station features six fire truck bays, two of which are drivethrough bays. The police station portion of the project is 3,780 square feet in size and includes offices, interview room and a new "sally port," for patrol cars. Public restrooms and information area are also located in the police lobby area. The new facility is located at the site of the former Police station, just east of the public library.

Mayer's Digging Co. 732-4004 Established in

1957 Serving the Osage Area For

54 Years

Donnelley and

732-4307

Under Present Ownership Since

Serving the Osage Area For

Serving the Osage Area for

1992

44 Years

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732-3540 Established in

1963 Under Present Ownership Since

1995

Wright Plumbing & Heating 732-5208

Established in

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Tony's Body Shop

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732-5811 Established in

1974

1977 Serving the Osage Area for

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MITCHELL COUNTY PRESS-NEWS, Osage, IA, Wed., March 16, 2011

CRC: continued from page 5C including staff, volunteers, members and donors. Huffman also praised Osage Mayor Steve Cooper and the 28E Board which governs the new facilities. That board consists of the City of Osage, the Osage Community School District, the Mitchell County Agricultural Society, the Osage Education Foundation, Osage Municipal Utilities and the Mitchell County Historical Society. CRC staff and volunteers create a welcoming atmosphere for all that visit the complex. According to team member Kathie Blake, creating relationships with members is an enjoyable part of her early morning shift at the CRC Wellness Center Welcome Desk. “Talking with members and guests about their children, vacations and what is happening in their everyday lives has lead to many new friendships,” said Blake. Because of the staff’s dedication and enthusiasm, the Cedar River Complex is providing opportunities to members in the community including partnerships, performances, classes and activities. These events also require the assistance of many volunteers to ensure events are a success.

First Citizens National Bank

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732-3701

www.firstcitizensnb.com

Established in

1856 Serving the Osage Area For

Volunteers from the community have played a big part in the success of the CRC in Osage. Here are three CRC volunteers working at the Wellness Center Welcome Desk. From left are Deb Christenson, Ethel Wichmann and Bonnie Pint

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Established in

1865

Norman E. Johnson President

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732-3778

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146 Years

Randall Construction

State Farm Insurance

732-4258 Established in

1933 Serving the Osage Area For

78 Years

Farmers Mutual Insurance Association

Craig E. Eisenman 732-5313 Established in

1939

Under present management since

1999

Established in

1874

Osage Co–op Elevator 732-3768 Established in

1945 Serving the Osage Area For

66 Years

Home Trust &

Savings Bank

Your Locally Owned Hometown Bank www.hometrustbank.com

Established in

1899

Serving the Osage Area For

The CRC currently has approximately 250 volunteers sharing their time and talents either on a regular or as-needed basis. Volunteers help the staff to stay focused on providing quality programs as well as writing policies and working on future planning. There are new volunteers joining the team each week. “We have gained valuable ideas from our volunteers,” said Huffman. “Because of their suggestions, we will soon implement a new training program to learn different areas of the complex. Touring other facilities utilizing volunteers for operations has helped us to build on our strengths.” According to Meagan Steinberg, CRC Resource Development Coordinator, community members and those with ties to Mitchell County see great value in the CRC and continue to financially support the project. This outpouring of support has contributed to a successful first year of operation. “Because of Mayor Steve Cooper’s vision and the collaboration of the groups in the 28E Board, the Cedar River Complex is becoming a model for other communities wanting to accomplish similar projects,” concluded Huffman.

L.R. Falk Construction Co. 732-3789 Established in

1922 Serving the Osage Area For

112 Years

89 years

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Osage Auto Salvage

Insurance 732-5823 Established in

1946 Serving the Osage Area For

65 Years

732-3603 Established in

K&H

Cooperative Oil Co. 732-3716 Established in

1930

Serving the Osage Area For

81 Years

Roy's Body Shop,Inc. Dave, Jared & Roy

732-4372 Established in

1952

1946 Serving the

Late Model Collision Specialists

65 Years

Serving the Osage Area For

Jerry, Pat, John & Pee Wee

59 Years

Osage Area For

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Cedar River Complex marks first anniversary First year better than expected, membership growing by David Namanny Press-News Editor It’s been nearly a year since the $18 million Cedar River Complex opened its doors in Osage, and the new facility, which features a new auditorium, wellness center, aquatic center and historical museum has seen significant success so far, according to Angie Huffman, CRC Director. Currently, there are 921 family memberships, which include 2,481 members and the numbers continue to grow daily, she reported. “The first year at the Cedar River Complex has gone better than expected,” said Huffman. “I attribute the progress and The “Aquatic Bootcamp fitness class,” lead by CRC success to several factors Fitness Coordinator, Julie Marley, has been a successful continued on page 12C program at the new indoor aquatic center.

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Historical Society flourishing in new facility by Deb Nicklay For the Press-News The Mitchell County Historical Society has served almost 8,000 visitors since it opened in the spring of 2010 - which means, said President Kurt Meyer, that the new quarters are fulfilling every hope of the group. "We are telling the stories ... that connect us. And that's a wonderful thing," he said. "This is a magnificent space." The society, housed in 7,000 square feet, is located in the Cedar River Complex, a recreational and fine arts complex located in Osage. It is one of seven properties owned and operated by the society, including the agriculture and

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antique farm equipment area called Cedar Valley Memories. The society's holdings were formerly housed in the Cedar Valley Seminary, built in 1869. Challenges of the older building prompted the society to look to new quarters. "It (the seminary) is a wonderful building; however ... it wasn't necessarily a wonderful museum," Meyer said. The society is now located on two floors and houses a permanent Main Street display that provides glimpses of different stores and enterprises from 100 to 150 years ago. In one area is Dr. John Whitley's medical office, which sits next to a recreation of a turn-of-the-

century school room. Upstairs sits a beauty shop offering up a permanent-wave "torture" machine. "If you couldn't get the job done with that," said Meyer, nodding to the Medusa-like machine, "where could you?" Early banners for movies at the Watts Theatre drape walls; an early 20th century post office buggy from McIntire awaits a driver. Society member Ellen Elsbury said some have told them how Christmas presents were carried in the back end of the vehicle to be distributed to the children of McIntire. There is also space that pays tribute to its former location with items from the Cedar Valley

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Mitchell County Historical Society President Kurt Meyer and fellow member Ellen Elsbury chat about one of the displays in the new quarters housed at the Cedar River Complex in Osage. Seminary. Space in the museum's entry room is largely reserved for special exhibits. There have already been several. Among the more recent included an art display by artist and Osage native Eric Budd. Right now, an exhibit of stone artifacts by the Dean Steffen family of Orchard is being featured. Upstairs provides more display space, a genealogical records area, as well as the Conklin Museum, featuring Harry Conklin, a co-founder of the Conklin Co. of Shakopee, Minn. The success of the new facility is due to several factors, said Meyer. In addition to his modern nature - complete with an elevator and bathrooms - location is a huge reason for its visitor numbers, Meyer said. The seminary building

was only open for select weekends. Now, people are drawn into the museum when visiting the CRC. The museum is open every afternoon from 1 to 5 p.m. Success has also resulted in increased donations to the museum. "We often hear, 'Oh, we have an old - in the attic; would you be interested?" Meyer said. Wonderful things have resulted, he said. A letter from author

Hamlin Garland was recently donated. Garland, a favorite son who grew up in Mitchell County, reminisced about his days at the Cedar Valley Seminary in the letter. "We average about 35 donations a week," Elsbury agreed. "We've gone from a sleepy little county historical society to a true community asset," Meyer said.

Brothers Jayden, Jesse and Jaret Kruse are pictured here making use of the new play ground equipment installed last fall at the Osage City Park, located on the north side of the Cedar River Complex on Chestnut Street. According to the Osage Parks and Recreation Department, the equipment was pur chased from Miracle Recreation in Monet, MO., and installed by city workers last October. The massive playground set, which came at a cost of around $93,000, has a variety of activities and features, including the spiral slide. The old playground equipment, which was removed during the CRC construction has been relocated to various other parks in the city, including Bob Muller Park, just down the street, and Waterworks Park, located in the third ward. (Press-News photo by David Namanny) MS-25459

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MITCHELL COUNTY PRESS-NEWS, Osage, IA, Wed., March 16, 2011

Census 2010: Osage population increases by 4.9 percent by David Namanny Press-News Editor

businesses, and has maintained diverse and stable industries. While very North Iowa county lost population, Mitchell County saw the smallest decline by far, with a drop of just 0.9 percent. Cerro Gordo County went from 46,447 to 44,151, a decrease 2,296 - 4.9 percent. Floyd County lost about 600 residents, from 16,900 in 2000 to 16,303 in 2010.

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We have the financial solutions for your family’s needs. Stop in today to learn more! and Forest City, from 4,362 to 4,151. Mayor Steve Cooper, attributes Osage’s population growth to several combined factors. “I think that we have established a

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According to new numbers released earlier this year by the U.S. Census Bureau, the population of the City of Osage has increased by nearly 5 percent over the past decade. According to the 2010 Census, the City of Maples now has a population of 3,619, an increase of 4.9 percent from the 2000 Census, when the population was 3,451. This continues a trend seen over the past 20 years in Osage, as the population in 1990 was 3,439. Mitchell County’s population, as a whole, remained stable with a slight drop of less than 1 percent. Osage stands out in these latest figures, as it is the only city or county seat community in North Iowa to show a gain in population. Other cities in North Iowa experienced population declines since 2000, including Clear Lake, from 8,161 to 7,777; Charles City, from 7,812 to 7,652;

very attractive community over many years, and have an aggressive business sector and stable industries,” he said. “A lot of it has to do with the fact that Osage is indeed an attractive place to live,” he said. “We have a great hospital, nice housing, an aggressive business district and a great school system. It’s just a good place to raise a family.” Mayor Cooper also pointed to the fact that Osage has maintained and grown its

Jason Zander

John Molitor

Vice President Lending Officer

Community President

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Osage Chamber promotes, facilitates business growth by David Namanny Press-News Editor According to its Executive Director Wendy Heuton, the Osage Chamber of Commerce's mission is to promote and facilitate business growth and participate in the community. "Osage, the beautiful City of Maples, will continue to strive to be an industrious, prosperous and progressive community," said Heuton. "We are committed to be a family friendly community of choice for all ages, and a community that we are proud to call home." One integral component in which the Chamber strives to accomplish this mission is through promoting local business and the community. In 2010 the chamber purchased a new web hosting site through Chamber Nation. Heuton said the new website, "www.osagechamber.com," continually gets found and e-mail inquiries through the website have doubled. "Marketing Osage as a good place to live, shop and have fun is a means to keep residents in town and visitors coming

back," said Heuton. and events hosted by Another integral composchools, churches, clubs nent in which the Chamber and community benefits strives to accomplish its could not take place." mission is through events Below is the 2011 calenand promotions. dar of events that the "The Chamber hosted Chamber hosts or coand member sponsored hosts with member sponevents benefit the commusorship and participates: nity. Events, either business February 4-5 "Blow or community, keep and/or bring dollars into our town" Out" Bowl Sale. aka said Heuton. "The Chamber Winter Ridiculous Days March 26 - 27 Home advertises with businesses Wendy Heuton to promote both types of and Outdoor Show CRC Chamber Director events," A couple years ago Event Center on the we started a "Shop Osage" Mitchell County Fair campaign with North Iowa Grounds. Over 40 businesses will be at Broadcasting, more specifically KCHA the show. There will be a raffle for a new and KISS Country radio. The Chamber patio set. April 22 - 23 Bunny Munny Days. also does group advertising for events with member businesses in the newspa- Think Easter. May 7 - City Wide Garage Sales per. The response has been awesome." June 3- Friday Night Out sponsored by Heuton went on to say, "Without business sponsorship community events C US Bank. Band: Endless Summer June 10 - Chamber Golf Outing at such as The Town & Country Breakfast, Chamber Golf Outing, BRAM (Bike Ride Sunny Brae Golf Course. Three person Around Mitchell Co.), Friday Night Out best shot, payouts, raffle and more.

Open to anyone who wants to golf. June 17 - Friday Night Out sponsored by the Mitchell County Regional Health Center. Back by popular demand Endless Summer June 24 - Half Moon Madness Retailers June 25 - BRAM (Bike Ride Around Mitchell Co.) July 1 - Friday Night Out Sponsored in part by Cedar Valley Board of Realtors and Tourism Funds. Band: The Dweebs. July 4 - Parade followed by the Town & County BBQ and Civil War re-enactment (Fair Grounds) July 14 -16 Ridiculous Days July 15 - Friday Night Out Sponsored by Johnson Oil, Mayers Digging, L.R Falk. Band: Saint Bernadette with Joe Roberto & Poverty Hash August 5 - Friday Night Out Sponsored by Home Trust & Savings Bank. Band: Cross Fires August 17 - All School Staff Breakfast October 7 -9 Fox River Sock Days November 11 - 13: Holiday Kick Off December 16 - 22nd Finish Your Holidays w/Friends

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OSAGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RIBBON CUTTINGS FROM 2010

OSAGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INVESTORS

808 Main Street, Osage, Iowa Phone 732-3163 chamber@osage.net www.osagechamber.com

OFFICE HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weekdays

WORKING TOGETHER TO MAKE OSAGE A VIBRANT AND PROSPEROUS COMMUNITY NEW BUSINESS: The Front Porch was welcomed by Osage Chamber Ambassadors. From left are Phil Kolbet, Greg Larsen, Sue Englehart (owner), Becky Mauer, Wendy Heuton, Sandy Leggett, Jean Brumm, Bob Muller, Shari Pohren and Kim Barker.

NEW BUSINESS: Gifts Galore was welcomed by Osage Chamber Ambassadors. From left are Greg Larsen, Bob Muller, Wendy Heuton, Sandy Leggett, Becky Mauer, Kelly Kuper (owner), Phil Kolbet, Shari Pohren, Jean Brumm and Kim Barker.

NEW BUSINESS: Ken’s Flooring of Osage was welcomed to the community by Osage Chamber Ambassadors. From left are Jean Brumm, Ken Evans (owner), Bob Muller, Wendy Heuton, Kim Barker and Erika Gentz.

NEW BUSINESS: Rookie’s Custom Apparel was welcomed by Osage Chamber Ambassadors. From left are Erika Gentz, Wendy Heuton. Jean Brumm, Brad Gentz (owner) and Kim Barker.

NEW BUSINESS: Schroeder and Larson Law Office was welcomed by Osage Chamber Ambassadors. From left are Jean Brumm, Wendy Heuton, Nicholas Larson, DeDra Schroeder, Russell Schroeder, Kim Barker, Erika Gentz and Bob Muller.

NEW BUSINESS: Ultra Tech Travel was welcomed by Osage Chamber Ambassadors. From left are Phil Kolbet, Becky Mauer, Kim Barker, Shannon Schultz and Jeff Shultz (owners), and Wendy Heuton and Greg Larsen.

2011 CHAMBER INVESTORS Adams Plumbing & Heating Alliance of Independent Tae Kwon Do Schools Apple Valley Assisted Living Arickx Photography and Five-18 Boutique Bisbee Income Tax & Account. Bree’s Tire Service Brumm Construction Casey’s General Store #1799 Casey’s General Store #2229 CCI Carpets Cedar River Complex Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home Champion Furniture City of Osage Clip Joint Cooper’s Osage Auto Inc. Croell Redi-Mix, Inc. Culligan Softwater Service of MC Curves CUSB Hometown Connections/ Radio Shack Dealer Debbie’s Quilt Shop & Gifts Dungey’s Furniture & Gifts Edward Jones Investments Eichmeier Auto Repair/Lisa ‘s Detailing Evans Printing Evergreen Senior Living Faith Lutheran Home & Assisted Living MS-25458

Farm Bureau Financial Services Farmers Mutual Insurance First Citizens National Bank Fleming’s Clothing Fox Auction Company Fox River Mills Freelance Stories & Stuff Gifts Galore Gross & McPhail H & R Block Happy Acres Heaven On Earth Therapeutic Massage Home Trust & Savings Bank Jendro Sanitation K & B Mid-State Construction Kolbet Realtors Kountry Kupboard Kratchmer Law Ofﬁces Kwik Star LR Falk Construction Larsen’s Food Pride Larson’s Hardware Hank LeaBrian’s Hairstyling & Spa Lenz Signs Lou Ann Murphy & Co PLC Machin & Wild Electric Inc. Main Realty Mark’s Tractor & Implement Mauser Insurance Mayer’s Digging McKinley Auto & RV Milkhouse Candles Outlet Mitchell County Abstract Co. Mitchell County Farm Bureau

Mitchell County ISU Extension Ofﬁce Mitchell County Press-News Mitchell County Regional Health Center National Poultry Equipment New York Life Insurance North Country Equipment LLC North Iowa Broadcasting Olsen Implement Osage Co-Op Elevator Osage Development Corp Osage Education Association Osage Insurance Services Osage Municipal Utilities Osage Rehab/Health Care Center Osage Veterinary Clinic Prairie Lakes Church Pollards Pest Control & Lawn Lawn Care Care R & B Steak & Pizza RR Donnelley Randall Construction S and S Locker Schroeder & Larson Law Ofﬁce Sculpture Hair & Fashion Small’s Service Spahn & Rose Sparrow Photography Stan’s Drive In State Farm Insurance Agency Stillwater Greenhouse Street Chiropractic PC Subway

Sunny Brae Golf Course Super 8 Motel Teluwut Grille House & Pub The Flower Gallery The Front Porch The Rustic Corner Tops Business Forms Town & Country Insurance Tres Amigos Mexican Rest. Ultra Tech Travel United Way of North Central Central Iowa Iowa Val Blossoms Verizon Wireless Walk & Murphy PLC Attor. Weber Auto Parts (NAPA) Wright Plumbing & Heating Yaggy Colby Associates ASSOCIATE MEMBERS Gordan & Johanna Anderson Representative Josh Byrnes Edgar & Dorcas Dorow Leone Dunkelberg Jerry & Mary Fisk Lynn Haakenson Sam & Rachel Holcomb Ivar & Nan Jakobson Chuck Laures Betty McCarthy Cal Nicklay Shari Pohren Senator Amanda Ragan

MITCHELL COUNTY PRESS-NEWS, Osage, IA, Wed., March 16, 2011

OSAGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RIBBON CUTTINGS FROM 2010

OSAGE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INVESTORS

808 Main Street, Osage, Iowa Phone 732-3163 chamber@osage.net www.osagechamber.com

OFFICE HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weekdays

NEW BUSINESS: Ken’s Flooring of Osage was welcomed to the community by Osage Chamber Ambassadors. From left are Jean Brumm, Ken Evans (owner), Bob Muller, Wendy Heuton, Kim Barker and Erika Gentz.

NEW BUSINESS: Rookie’s Custom Apparel was welcomed by Osage Chamber Ambassadors. From left are Erika Gentz, Wendy Heuton. Jean Brumm, Brad Gentz (owner) and Kim Barker.

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Census 2010: Osage population increases by 4.9 percent by David Namanny Press-News Editor

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John Molitor

Vice President Lending Officer

Community President

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First Citizens National Bank

Solutions for Life Member FDIC

732-3701

www.firstcitizensnb.com

Established in

1856 Serving the Osage Area For

Mitchell County

Press-News www.mcpress.com 732-3721 732-3721

Established in

1865

Norman E. Johnson President

Serving the Osage Area For

732-3778

155 Years

146 Years

Randall Construction

State Farm Insurance

732-4258 Established in

1933 Serving the Osage Area For

78 Years

Farmers Mutual Insurance Association

Craig E. Eisenman 732-5313 Established in

1939

Under present management since

1999

Established in

1874

Osage Co–op Elevator 732-3768 Established in

1945 Serving the Osage Area For

66 Years

Home Trust &

Savings Bank

Your Locally Owned Hometown Bank www.hometrustbank.com

Established in

1899

Serving the Osage Area For

L.R. Falk Construction Co. 732-3789 Established in

1922 Serving the Osage Area For

112 Years

89 years

HEARD

Osage Auto Salvage

Insurance 732-5823 Established in

1946 Serving the Osage Area For

65 Years

732-3603 Established in

K&H

Cooperative Oil Co. 732-3716 Established in

1930

Serving the Osage Area For

81 Years

Roy's Body Shop,Inc. Dave, Jared & Roy

732-4372 Established in

1952

1946 Serving the

Late Model Collision Specialists

65 Years

Serving the Osage Area For

Jerry, Pat, John & Pee Wee

59 Years

Osage Area For

PLAZA CENTER PREMIUM OFFICE SPACES

*Varied sizes

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MULTI-FAMILY OPPORTUNITIES The $18 million Cedar River Complex opened last April.

* GREAT CASH FLOW - DUPLEX * Two - 2 BR units - totally separated * Appliances included for each * Permanent siding * Double garage * Nice return on investment!

* West of Osage * Intersection of Hwy. 9 & River Rd. * SPACIOUS LOTS * Varied sizes, prices & VIEWS * City electric & telecom

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732-5271 Established in

1953

Under present ownership since

1981

Serving the Osage area for

58 Years

Style-Mor Beauty Salon 732-3631 Established in

1965 Phyllis Levendusky, owner, stylist, Helen Gerk, stylist Linda Schroeder, stylist

Serving the Osage Area for

46 Years

Olsen

Implement Inc. 732-4301 Established in

Stan's

Driveâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;In 732-5163 Established in

1955

1953

Under Present Management since

Serving the Osage Area For

1999

58 Years

Staci Herrick owner

Osage Veterinary Clinic, P.C.

Faith

Lutheran

732-3671

Home 732-5511

Established in

1965

1967

Hometown Connection Established in

1956

Serving the Osage Area For 55 Years

Radio Shack

Dealer - 732-3466 Established in

1987 Serving the Osage

Area For 24

Years

Machin & Wild Electric, Inc. John Machin Jim Roll

Mayer's Digging Co. 732-4004 Established in

1957 Serving the Osage Area For

54 Years

Donnelley and

732-4307

Under Present Ownership Since

Serving the Osage Area For

Serving the Osage Area for

1992

44 Years

41 years

732-3540 Established in

1963 Under Present Ownership Since

1995

Wright Plumbing & Heating 732-5208

Established in

1970

Tony's Body Shop

Established in

732-5811 Established in

1974

1977 Serving the Osage Area for

34 Years

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Mark's Tractor & Impl. Inc.

Kolbet Scharper Larson’s Realtors Services Hardware Hank Kevin, Janean & Phil Kolbet

L.L.C.

732-5044

732-3337

732-3630

Established in

1977

Serving the Osage Area for

Serving the Osage Area For

34 Years

Serving the Osage Area For

Mauser Paul's Insurance Plumbing and 732-4682 800-373-6081 Heating Established in

1981 Serving the Osage Area For

30 Years

34 Years

Adams Drywall Inc. 732-4770

& Rental 732-4261 Established in

1979

Shelter Insurance Cos. Brad Smith 732-5108 Established in

1980

1981

Serving the Osage Area For

32 Years

31 Years

30 Years

Dungey's Furniture and Gifts 732-4424 Established

Bisbee

Income Tax & Accounting Services 732-3445

1982

1987

Established in

Serving the Osage Area For

29 Years

Serving the Osage Area For

24 Years

22 Years

29 Years

Bruce Small 732-5835 Established in

Serving the Osage Area For

Dan & Sheila Adams

1982

Small's Service

Serving the Osage Area For

732-5924 Established in

Established in

1989

Subway Subway

Darlene Huemann, Darlene Hueman. manager Manager

732-5414 732-5414 Established in

1994

Established in

1994 Serving the Osage Area Serving the For

17 Years

Progress Miram-Webster Defines Progress as

A forward or onward movement (as to an objective or to a goal); gradual betterment.

616 N. 8th St IA 50461 Osage, iA 641-732-6000

www.mitchellcohospital-clinics.com

MCRHC Defines Progress as That AND...Being Able to Take Care of You and Your Family Right Here at Home ...Even Better!

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by Kevin M. Kolbet, President, ODC We are a destination community for all goods and services area residents need and want. These include church, school (public and private), social, and business

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Osage Main Street Loan program adds $439,000 in improvements by David Namanny Press-News Editor

in 1998.

Weber Auto Parts

R&B Steak & Pizza

732-4005 Established in

1995 Serving the Osage Area For

16 Years

Teluwut Grille House & Pub 627 Main, Osage

832-3300

Established in

2004 Serving the Osage Area For

7 Years Also open at 104 N. Elm, Cresco 563-547-3300

been a huge success," said Osage City Clerk Cathy Penney. Here's a list of the revolving loans issued in the city of Osage

Dutch Traditions Art's Shoes & Repair Adams Plumbing & Heating Maple Leaf Storage LLC S&S Locker Ellingson Sales & Computer LeaBrian's Hairstyling RadioShack/Davis Paint Garden Gate Shirley's Variety

Stricker

STREET

Main Street Loan & Commercial Loan Recipients

732-3525

Plumbing & Heating

Russ & Barb Krahenbuhl Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily

732-4415 Established in

Established in

1996 Serving the

2000

Chiropractic PC Dr. Aaron Street Dr. Scott Nerland Dr. Zach Muller 732-4665 Established in

2002

Serving the Osage Area For

Osage Area For

Serving the Osage Area For

15 Years

11 Years

9 Years

Faith Home Assisted Living

Osage Medical Massage Center

Eichmeier Repair & Lisa’s Detail

Apple Valley Assisted Living

832-2580

732-5616

832-2246

832-2270

Established in

2006

June 2006

2006

2008

Serving the Osage Area For

5 Years

3 Years

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OSAGE TODAY 2011 SPRING PROGRESS EDITION

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