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    Fall Issue 2025 | ISSN: 3065-6958

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    If you're seeking a tight-knit community with genuine warmth, look no further than Mount Ayr, Iowa. This delightful town perfectly blends small-town comforts with a lively sense of community spirit. Residents often describe Mount Ayr as a place where neighbors quickly become friends and everyone feels welcome. The local schools are celebrated for their commitment to nurturing both academic and personal growth, while ensuring students feel encouraged and


    supported. Beyond education, activities such as annual fairs and festivals bring the community together, fostering a vibrant culture of shared experience and joy. Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by Mount Ayr's accessible outdoors. With well-maintained parks, serene walking paths, and recreational opportunities aplenty, embracing an active lifestyle doesn't require a drive to the city. The local landscape provides an ideal backdrop for everything from morning jogs


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    to weekend picnics. Moreover, Mount Ayr shines with an array of locally-owned businesses that cater to diverse tastes and interests. Whether exploring charming boutiques or sampling the culinary offerings at local eateries, shopping small and dining local brings unique treasures and flavors to life. In Mount Ayr, life thrives on friendliness, diversity, and charm, making this Iowa town a wonderful...

     
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    Discover the Charm of Mount Ayr, Iowa

    If you're seeking a tight-knit community with genuine warmth, look no further than Mount Ayr, Iowa. This delightful town perfectly blends small-town comforts with a lively sense of community spirit. Residents often describe Mount Ayr as a place where neighbors quickly become friends and everyone feels welcome. The local schools are celebrated for their commitment to nurturing both academic and personal growth, while ensuring students feel encouraged and supported. Beyond education, activities such as annual fairs and festivals bring the community together, fostering a vibrant culture of shared experience and joy. Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by Mount Ayr's accessible outdoors. With well-maintained parks, serene walking paths, and recreational opportunities aplenty, embracing an active lifestyle doesn't require a drive to the city. The local landscape provides an ideal backdrop for everything from morning jogs to weekend picnics. Moreover, Mount Ayr shines with an array of locally-owned businesses that cater to diverse tastes and interests. Whether exploring charming boutiques or sampling the culinary offerings at local eateries, shopping small and dining local brings unique treasures and flavors to life. In Mount Ayr, life thrives on friendliness, diversity, and charm, making this Iowa town a wonderful place to live, work, and play.

  • Hometown Heroes celebrates the brave men and women from Mount Ayr who answered the call to serve. They left their homes, families, and communities to defend our freedoms. They brought with them the values of their upbringing, woven into the fabric of the communities they cherished. Across generations, these heroes stood united, embodying courage, sacrifice, and a love of country that knows no bounds. Whether on land, sea, or in

    the skies, they carried the spirit of their hometowns with them, facing challenges with unyielding resolve and selflessness. We honor their service, their legacy, and the communities that raised them. Today, we remember not just their dedication but the strength and unity that bind us all as Americans. Their stories are our stories, a testament to the enduring spirit of the United States and the bonds that make us strong.

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    Hometown Heroes

    Hometown Heroes celebrates the brave men and women from Mount Ayr who answered the call to serve. They left their homes, families, and communities to defend our freedoms. They brought with them the values of their upbringing, woven into the fabric of the communities they cherished. Across generations, these heroes stood united, embodying courage, sacrifice, and a love of country that knows no bounds. Whether on land, sea, or in the skies, they carried the spirit of their hometowns with them, facing challenges with unyielding resolve and selflessness. We honor their service, their legacy, and the communities that raised them. Today, we remember not just their dedication but the strength and unity that bind us all as Americans. Their stories are our stories, a testament to the enduring spirit of the United States and the bonds that make us strong.

     
    Honoring american veterans on memorial day with flags at the national cemetery, a patriotic tribute.

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  • Mount Ayr By The Numbers

     
     

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    Local Highlights

     
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  • Nestled in the rolling hills of southern Iowa, Mount Ayr serves as a strategic location for industrial and logistics operations seeking a rural, cost-effective footprint with strong regional connectivity. The city is positioned along US Highway 169 and Iowa Highway 2, providing reliable access to regional markets and major interstates within a short drive. Mount Ayr’s industrial sector is supported by the Ringgold County Development Corporation, which actively markets available sites and works to attract new investment in manufacturing, warehousing, and agri-business.

    Recent years have seen upgrades to local infrastructure, including expanded utility capacity and improved broadband access, making Mount Ayr increasingly attractive for modern industrial users. The city’s industrial park offers shovel-ready parcels with flexible zoning and proximity to rail service, catering to diverse operational needs.

    Mount Ayr’s workforce pipeline benefits from

    partnerships with Southwestern Community College and IowaWORKS, offering customized training and upskilling programs tailored to employer requirements. State-level incentives such as the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s High Quality Jobs Program and local tax abatements further enhance the city’s value proposition for expanding or relocating businesses...

    Industrial and Workforce Development

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    Nestled in the rolling hills of southern Iowa, Mount Ayr serves as a strategic location for industrial and logistics operations seeking a rural, cost-effective footprint with strong regional connectivity. The city is positioned along US Highway 169 and Iowa Highway 2, providing reliable access to regional markets and major interstates within a short drive. Mount Ayr’s industrial sector is supported by the Ringgold County Development Corporation, which actively markets available sites and works to attract new investment in manufacturing, warehousing, and agri-business. Recent years have seen upgrades to local infrastructure, including expanded utility capacity and improved broadband access, making Mount Ayr increasingly attractive for modern industrial users. The city’s industrial park offers shovel-ready parcels with flexible zoning and proximity to rail service, catering to diverse operational needs. Mount Ayr’s workforce pipeline benefits from partnerships with Southwestern Community College and IowaWORKS, offering customized training and upskilling programs tailored to employer requirements. State-level incentives such as the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s High Quality Jobs Program and local tax abatements further enhance the city’s value proposition for expanding or relocating businesses.
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    Quality of Life & Other Advantages

    • Mount Ayr offers a low cost of living, a safe community atmosphere, and access to outdoor recreation in Iowa's scenic countryside.
    • Strong partnerships with regional colleges and workforce agencies ensure a steady supply of skilled labor and tailored training programs.
    • Local infrastructure improvements—including broadband, utilities, and transportation—support business growth and operational efficiency.
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