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New view for an Iowa town

The Municipal Posted on December 12, 2014 by Phoebe MuthartAugust 2, 2023
The population of Madrid has seen a slight upturn in recent years. (Photo provided)

Madrid, Iowa, is located just to the west of a direct line connecting Ames and Des Moines. The population is about 2,360, according to the 2009 U.S. Census estimate: large enough to support many local conveniences, such as gas stations, … Continue reading →

Posted in Town Profile | Tagged boone, bridge, christmas, iowa, madrid, population, seen, trail

Ohio city recognized for extraordinary park facilities

The Municipal Posted on October 21, 2014 by Keith KneppAugust 2, 2023
From 2009–13 more than $19 million was spent improving the infrastructure of the Kettering, Ohio’s parks system.The improvements included renovation of a 3-acre outdoor water park called Adventure Reef. (Photo provided)

Located just to the south of Dayton, Kettering, Ohio, is considered to be the largest suburb of its more well-known neighbor. Upon closer inspection, however, Kettering has developed the credentials to make it a first-class city in its own right. … Continue reading →

Posted in Town Profile | Tagged kettering, ohio, parks

#LiveNF: Niagara embraces renewal and tourism

The Municipal Posted on August 6, 2014 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
Sunday in the PARK-ing Lot encourages people to rethink spaces and do fun activities in Niagara Falls. Occurring once a month during the summer, each month offers a different theme. July’s focused on sustainability and children, and a professional theater group performed “Shakespeare in the PARK-ing Lot” in August. (Photo provided)

Previously a heavily industrial city, Niagara Falls, N.Y., is a popular destination for tourists from around the world. After economic downturns and the Love Canal disaster, though, Niagara Falls worked to diversify its economy and looked to expand its tourism … Continue reading →

Posted in Town Profile | Tagged dyster, falls, industry, niagara, projects

Port Royal, S.C., relishes its diversity

The Municipal Posted on June 13, 2014 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
Port Royal, S.C., has installed a network of trails and boardwalks to connect residents and visitors alike to nature. Its cypress wetland, a rarity in an urban setting, is a big attraction, particularly with birdwatchers. (Photo provided)

Founded in 1562, Port Royal, S.C., is believed by some scholars to be the origin of European settlement in the New World. The Spanish first landed in the area around 1514. While the town does not have a continual settlement … Continue reading →

Posted in Town Profile | Tagged area, beaufort, people, port, royal, town, willis

Gobbling up diversity

The Municipal Posted on April 18, 2014 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
Centennial Park is one of 24 parks located in Worthington, Minn., several of which are along Lake Okabena. Along with the parks the city has 10 miles of trails available. (Photo provided)

Surveyed in 1871 and platted in 1872, Worthington, Minn., has a long history. It was first tied to the railroads and the women’s temperance movement before evolving into a melting pot of diversity, both in business and community, over the … Continue reading →

Posted in Town Profile, Uncategorized | Tagged city, diversity, major, oberloh, park, parks, worthington

Sioux City, Iowa

The Municipal Posted on February 14, 2014 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
School children in Sioux City demonstrate their commitment to participate in the Blue Zones Project (Photo provided)

The fourth-largest city in Iowa, Sioux City had a population of 82,719 and an area of 54.8 square miles during the 2012 census. Money magazine named it one of the “best places to live” in the U.S. in 2010. In … Continue reading →

Posted in Town Profile | Tagged blue, bzp, city, community, life, project, sioux, zones

Quintessential American small town

The Municipal Posted on March 18, 2013 by Carrie SchmittAugust 2, 2023
Waukesha WIS

The word “Waukesha” means “by the little fox,” but most people know Waukesha for its close proximity to two of Wisconsin’s popular big cities: Milwaukee and Madison. Its desirable location is just one reason Waukesha was ranked one of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Town Profile | Tagged businesses, city, community, guitar, small, town, waukesha

Maple Grove, Minnesota: Bucking the trend

The Municipal Posted on December 17, 2012 by Carrie SchmittAugust 2, 2023

Maple Grove, Minn., is known for its central location just 25 minutes from Minneapolis. While other towns have struggled in recent years due to the economic recession, Maple Grove has ranked in the top five fastest-growing cities in Minnesota for … Continue reading →

Posted in Town Profile | Tagged businesses, city, grove, growth, madsen, maple, minn

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