CCC 45th B-rrry Scurry Race Results
The 45th Clinton Community College B-rrry Scurry 4-Mile Run was held on Saturday, February 7 with sunshine and mild temps of 40 degrees. The 640 runners and walkers took to the course at noon for the event that raises funds for the Paul B. Sharar Foundation B-rrry Scurry scholarship program for Clinton Community College students. CCC is one of the Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. Runners and walkers ranged in age from almost 3 to 85. Winner of the female division was Elizabeth Pehl of Clinton, Iowa
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors Celebrates a Strong 2025
Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors celebrated 2025 at their annual awards event on January 30th. Chris Beason, President, and Caroline Ruhl, CEO, honored 215 award winners for their 2025 achievements. Over 300 agents, staff, and affiliated business partners cheered on their co-workers during the celebration. “2025 was a reminder that this business isn’t always easy, but the people in this company continue to show up and do hard things the right way,” said Chris Beason, President of Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors, at the
MercyOne Clinton Foundation announces application dates for 2026 health care scholarships
MercyOne Clinton Foundation is accepting health care scholarship applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. The foundation offers scholarships ranging from $250 to $1,500 to people interested in pursuing a career in health care. Applications for the scholarships are available on the MercyOne Clinton website at mercyone.org/clinton/giving/scholarships. Applications are due by March 31, 2026. Scholarships include: MercyOne Auxiliary Scholarship is available to those pursuing a degree in a
CCC Bus Tour - The Local Colors of Character
The Clinton Community College Cultural Committee (C5) is collaborating with the Gateway History Club and City of Clinton to offer the next bus tour highlighting our community’s heritage. The upcoming “The Local Colors of Character” community bus tour will be held on February 24, 2026. Clinton Community College, located at 1000 Lincoln Boulevard in Clinton, is one of the Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. Rooted in the Underground Railroad, the “The Local Colors of Character” tour will show you these
Home Prices Continue Upward Trend in 2025
The Federal Housing Finance Agency published the 2025 Q3 Housing Price Index report, and national data show home prices rose 2.3 percent between the third quarter of 2024 and the third quarter of 2025. Nationally, the U.S. housing market has experienced positive annual appreciation each quarter since the start of 2012. The five-year home appreciation in our region was between 39.52% and 46.67%, with all of our regional Metropolitan Statistical Areas experiencing positive gains. In the past year, home
Grow Clinton Announces 2026 Leadership Institute Class
Grow Clinton is pleased to announce the selection of participants for the 2026 Grow Clinton Leadership Institute, a premier professional development program designed to cultivate informed, connected, and engaged community leaders throughout the Clinton Region. The 2026 Leadership Institute class is made up of a diverse group of professionals representing businesses, financial institutions, and local government. Over the course of the program, participants will gain firsthand knowledge of the Clinton
Grow Clinton & DCDC to Host Saturday Legislative Coffees
Every legislative session, Grow Clinton and DeWitt Chamber & Development Corp host two Legislative Coffees on one Saturday every month. Grow Clinton’s coffee is hosted in Camanche and held at 9am. The coffee features a moderated discussion with the state elected officials: Representatives Tom Determann and Norlin Mommsen and Senator Mike Zimmer. The first coffee is on Saturday January 24 with the remaining being all Saturdays at 9am as well: February 28, March 14, and April 18. The coffees will be held at
CCC Announces 2026 Connie Campbell Customer Service Award
Clinton Community College, one of the Eastern Iowa Community Colleges, has announced the recipient of the 2026 Connie Campbell Memorial Customer Service Award. The award was created in memory of CCC employee Connie Campbell of Camanche who passed away in June of 2006. The award honors a CCC employee whose work reflects that customer care that Connie demonstrated daily, going above and beyond to give excellent internal and external service. Mary Jo Nier, High School Equivalency (HiSE) Lead Teacher and
Grow Clinton Partners with NewBoCo to Strengthen Entrepreneurial Development Services Across the Greater Clinton Region
Grow Clinton, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting business growth, building community, and advocating for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region, has announced a partnership with the New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative, Inc. (NewBoCo), a 501(c)(3) organization headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Through this collaboration, Grow Clinton will expand and strengthen entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology-focused support services for local businesses, helping
Junior Achievement of the Heartland to Host Annual JA Bowl-A-Thon to Benefit Student Financial Liter
Junior Achievement of the Heartland is excited to roll out its annual JA Bowl-A-Thon, taking place in February and March 2026 at bowling alleys throughout its 24-county region. This high-energy fundraising event brings together local businesses, community members, and supporters for a great cause — helping young people build essential life and career skills. This year’s Bowl-A-Thon holds special significance, as JA of the Heartland celebrates its 70th anniversary of empowering students across eastern Iowa
Ascentra Scholarship Program Offers $15,000 in Scholarships for 2026 School Year
In 2026, a total of $15,000 in scholarships will be awarded to 15 Ascentra student members to help offset the costs of attending postsecondary education through a college, university or trade program.The program includes awards for three distinct types of students.Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to high school student members planning to enter college.Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to non-traditional student members aged 19 or over planning to attend higher education.Five $1,000
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CCC offers community heritage bus tour on June 10
The Clinton Community College Diversity Team is collaborating with the Gateway History Club, Grow Clinton, and City of Clinton to offer bus tours highlighting our community’s heritage. Clinton Community College, located at 1000 Lincoln Blvd in Clinton, is one of the Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. The community bus tours are free and will be 9 – 11:30 a.m. starting at Clinton Community College. A 30 minute presentation will be held in the CCC Auditorium before departing on the tour. Registrations
CCC Offers Community Heritage Bus Tours
The Clinton Community College Diversity Team is collaborating with the Clinton Historical Society and City of Clinton to offer bus tours highlighting our community’s heritage. Clinton Community College, located at 1000 Lincoln Blvd in Clinton, is one of the Eastern Iowa Community Colleges. The community bus tours are free and will be 9 – 11:30 a.m. starting at Clinton Community College. A 30 minute presentation will be held in the CCC Auditorium before departing on the tour. Registrations will be
