Keokuk County Economic Development

08/31/2026

Exciting news from Keota! Farmers Coop Association & Vision Ag LLC

If you're a customer, the short answer to "what does this mean for me" is: not much. Call the same number, pull into the same lot, hand your keys to the same people.

08/28/2026

🕵‍♂️If you guessed Clue for the Ten Grand Gala theme… you would be correct.

The mystery begins now. Be sure to follow along on the Facebook event page - clues, characters, twists, and sneak peeks will be dropping over the next couple of months as we build toward KCED’s most mysterious night yet!

08/28/2026

🚨 Were you listening to Ottumwa Radio Group this morning? 🚨

The 2027 Ten Grand Gala theme was revealed!

If you heard it, keep the mystery alive and share an emoji in the comments that gives a hint without giving it away. 👀

If you missed it, don't worry... all will be revealed soon. Just know you'll want to start thinking about your detective skills and favorite vintage attire. 🕵️‍♀️

08/28/2026

Catch our KCED President, Jeff Graff on Ottumwa Radio this morning!

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08/27/2026

Job opening at Barn Wired!

📣 WE’RE HIRING A BARISTA! ☕️🤎

Barn Wired is looking for another friendly face to join our team!

We have part-time and full-time opportunities available and are looking for someone who is dependable, hardworking, and ready to be part of the Barn Wired crew.

✨ 18+ preferred, but we will consider applicants under 18!

📍 Stop in at Barn Wired to apply today!

Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them below or share this post to help us spread the word! 🙌

08/25/2026

Due to the first week of school and early outs, the KCED office will have a few days of irregular hours.
I apologize for the inconvenience, I will be available by message and email.

08/25/2026

🎙️ KCED Board Member Kristin Woods of Nicolet Bank recently shared an update on what Keokuk County Economic Development has been working on this year and a glimpse of what's ahead on Steve Shettler Media.

Be sure to tune in to her segment at the 30-minute market, to hear about ongoing projects, community initiatives, and exciting opportunities on the horizon for Keokuk County.

Watch here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1GeozSBQ2V/

Thank you, Kristin, for helping share KCED's mission and the work being done to strengthen our communities and support local growth!

Thanks to Kristin with Keokuk County Economic Development for being on Just Another Morning Show!

08/21/2026

Now hiring at Little Eagles Childcare - KCCN!

Looking for a Job?? Come work at Little Eagles Childcare. We are looking for a full-time assistant teacher to join our Infant and toddler classrooms.

https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=54292e44b38f46e9&from=shareddesktop_copy

08/20/2026

We all know Keokuk County is beautiful, but let's show everyone else! 📸🌅

Submit your favorite photos of Keokuk County to the Keep Iowa Beautiful Photo Contest and help showcase the places, people, landscapes, and moments that make our county special.

Check out the contest details below and start sharing your best shots!

Happy National Photography Day! 📸✨

In honor of today, we are thrilled to announce that the 17th Annual Keep Iowa Beautiful Photography Contest is NOW OPEN!

Whether you’re a seasoned pro, an amateur who loves snapping pics, or a youth photographer, grab your camera and show us what makes our state special. We are offering over $2,000 in cash awards across six categories:
• Iowa Landscape
• Iowa Water
• Iowa Cities
• Iowans in Action
• Iowa Wildlife
• Hometown Pride (Featuring depictions of Keep Iowa Beautiful Hometown Pride communities!)

BONUS: Back this year, we will select another Youth Winner for photographers 18 and under!

🗓️ Deadline: Submit your entries now through December 11th, 2026.

Ready to enter? View prior winners, read complete contest rules, and submit your photos at https://keepiowabeautiful.org/photography-contest/

We can’t wait to see how you capture Iowa’s beauty this year! 🌾❤️

📸 Photo Credit, clockwise from top left: “Glitter City,” Scott Hoag, “Great Blue Heron Shakes off the Morning Dew,” Peyton Renning, “Heaven with a Zip Code,” Scott Hoag, “Red Fox Kit Backlit,” Jim Rose, “Crawling Through the Corn,” Dave LaBelle, “Juniper Tree Overlooking Fall Colors Along the Mississippi,” Suhaib Khan

08/18/2026

The KCED office will be closed today. I apologize for the inconvenience. Please reach out by email if you need assistance.