Featured Communities

Featured Community

Why become a FEatured Community

Our featured communities represent the very best of rural Iowa, each with its own unique story, local charm, and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. By becoming a featured community, your town gains a dedicated platform to showcase its local businesses, seasonal attractions, and community spirit to a growing audience of explorers and travelers. This partnership not only increases visibility and drives regional tourism but also connects your community with a network of Heartland advocates committed to celebrating the people and places that make our state extraordinary. Join us in shaping the narrative of rural Iowa and help visitors plan their next unforgettable journey to your front door.

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Get to know our Communities

Discover the charm, culture, and local flavor of the heartland. Browse our featured communities below to find unique local businesses, upcoming events, and inspiration for your next Iowa adventure.

Audubon

Located centrally between Des Moines and Omaha on U.S. Highway 71 and close to Interstate 80

Calhoun County

Calhoun County, Iowa, is a welcoming destination in west-central Iowa known for its scenic landscapes, outdoor recreation, and small-town charm.

Clear Lake

Clear Lake, Iowa, is a vibrant lakefront town known for its outdoor recreation, live music, and rich history.

Coon Rapids

Located in along the Raccoon River in western Iowa, right on Highway 141, Coon Rapids is known globally for growing things.

Dewitt

DeWitt

DeWitt, Iowa is located in Clinton County, in the eastern part of the state near the Mississippi River.

Indianola

Nestled in the heart of Warren County, Indianola offers small-town charm with big-time experiences.

Iowa Falls

Iowa Falls, Iowa is a scenic river town offering a perfect blend of small town charm and outdoor adventure.

Johnson County

You’ll discover a landscape rooted in agriculture, local makers, scenic countryside, and authentic rural experiences waiting to be explored.

Manning

Located just an hour and a half from Des Moines, Omaha, and Sioux City, our charming community will transport you to a scene right out of a Hallmark movie.

Osage

As a stop along IA-9 and US 218, Osage offers a beautiful downtown filled with unique boutiques, specialty stores, and delicious dining options.

Stanton

Located in southwest Iowa, an hour from Omaha, Stanton is committed to welcoming friends – both new and old!

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Want to be a Featured Community?

Showcase your community and be part of the story shaping rural Iowa. Become a featured community and connect with travelers, explorers, and audiences looking to discover what makes your town unique, contact us to learn more.