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Creativity a Sign of Business Growth in Ottumwa
Jan 11 2022Advertising comes in many forms, ultimately limited only by the imagination of the creator. As owner of Schroeder Graphics & Signs in Ottumwa, Andrew Schroeder lives that realization every day.
“We create everything from little decals to billboards, for personal and commercial advertising,” he said. “You think it and we ca...
It's time to buck the old system and forge new trends, new cultures and new companies by Kerry Siggins, entrepreneur.com December 9, 2021
As we approach the end of 2021, it’s time to reflect upon just how hard the pandemic rocked the business world. Some leaders are embracing change, inspired to gro...
For those of you who are kind of number/data geeks, here is some information for the year 2021 as collected from public records regarding building permits issued in the City of Ottumwa for the past year.
Residential Permits 105 $4,139,251 private investment
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Partners to begin airport analysis
Nov 22 2021As part of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, the goal to assess future expansion and/or industrial development at the airport is being conducted by Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress. The assessment is designed to deliver these measurable results:
Determine organizational control on how land is transferred or developed within the site
examine existin...
Merriam-Webster dictionary defines skirmish as “a minor fight in war usually incidental to larger movements.” This seems a fitting description of the labor force issues that have been brewing in Iowa—and what the data suggests we will be enduring for years to come. That is, we aren’t in a full-ou...
For 28 years, Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress has presented the Gene Schultz Community Service Award to a person demonstrating exemplary commitment to the community in a voluntary capacity. This year’s recipient has a long list of accomplishments for sure but she’s probably most recognized for her green thumb. 2020 Gen...
An investment that will grow the company and the community.
OTTUMWA, IA: On September 22, 2021, Atlantic Bottling Company finalized an agreement with Area XV Vocational Tech School (aka Indian Hills Community College) to purchase 3.16 acres, previously known as Lot 1 in the Airport complex in Ottumwa, IA. This represent...
Superior Machine Expands to Ottumwa
Oct 6 2021After several months of negotiations, Superior Machine has finalized the purchase of property near the Ottumwa Armory at 150 Fox Sauk Rd. Facilitating the sale between property broker Tom Lielich of CBRE Realty in Minneapolis/St. Paul, and Superior Machine Inc. President Benjamin Van Loon, GOPIP VP Sharon Stroh confirmed th...
The Ahhhs Have It
Sep 23 2021“MAAX Spas®, a leading hot tub and swim spa manufacturer based in Chandler, Arizona will begin operations by year-end at the former Universal Rundle facility located at 2908 N. Court,” announced Sharon Stroh, VP of Industrial Development at Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress. The Vita Spa® STR™ and American Whirlpoo...
Ottumwa Set to Host 2021 PDI Fall Conference
Sep 7 2021The city of Ottumwa was set to host the Professional Developers of Iowa (PDI) 2020 Fall Conference before it was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, one year later, Ottumwa and PDI are just as eager to host the 2021 conference together.
“We are always looking for a partner t...
Ottumwa, IA – Bill Ansley, Morris Frisbe, Carla Herteen, John Hunolt, and Steve Mace of Ottumwa received a Governor’s Volunteer Award from Governor Kim Reynolds and Lt. Governor Adam Gregg during a special recognition ceremony held virtually on July 14, 2021.
Bill Ansley, Morris Frisbe, Carla Herten, John Hudolt, and Stev...
OTTUMWA: The Mahaska Communications Group announced Wednesday they plan to build a fiber-to-the-home network to Ottumwa, bringing a new broadband provider to the area.
The company is taking no financial incentives or local tax dollars for the estimated $15 million build-out that will run up to 2 gigabits per second wit...
Experienced business owners typically look for unique ways to reach new customers, knowing their ability to sell their products will increase exponentially. Sixth-grader Joey Naumann learned first hand running his lemonade stand during the recent Ottumwa Lemonade Day.
“I offered a free cup of lemonade to a boy if he woul...
OTTUMWA The chief executive officer of the Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress is leaving his post this month.
A press release Monday evening from the organization said TJ Heller has submitted his resignation, effective Aug. 11, to pursue other opportunities.
In a letter to GOPIP investors, Marc Roe, the president of th...
