Strong communities are built through strong partnerships. Yesterday, Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress was proud to co-host an Employer Listening Session with representatives from Iowa Workforce Development and IowaWORKS, bringing together many of our region's major employers for an open conversation about workforce challenges, opportunities, and the future of Southeast Iowa. A special thank you to Georgia VanGundy, Kathy Anderson, Maria Morales, and Brenda Noe for taking

Today marked an important step forward for Ottumwa’s youth and future generations as community leaders, advocates, and partners gathered alongside Congressman Zach Nunn to celebrate a new federal investment in the Ottumwa Youth Hub initiative. This project represents more than just funding — it’s an investment in opportunity, mentorship, safe spaces, and brighter futures for young people in our community. We are especially proud of GOPIP’s own Diana Dominguez, who has been a