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Welcome to the Community of Manning, Iowa

We are Manning, Iowa and we are a proud progressive community.
From the cultivated rows of local agriculture to our brick-lined Main Street, we have a deep-rooted history of thinking ahead, stepping up to the plate, and getting things done…together. We invite you to be our guest…visit…come live...and you'll see why we say, “Manning, Iowa…It’s Refreshing.”
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Businesses are thriving in Manning - find out why, and where the opportunities are to bring your business to Manning!

• Business Directory

• Economic Development Support 

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Thinking about moving to Manning?  Or becoming more involved in the local community?  All the details are here...

•  Moving to Manning

• Community Calendar

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If you're a visitor or resident, there are plenty of ways to enjoy your time in Manning!  History, recreation, parks, trails, and day trips!

• Visitors Guide

• German Hausbarn & Attractions

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Manning City Hall is here to help!  Whether starting a business, moving to town, or looking for information, City Hall can help!

• City Administration

• Maintenance & Utilities


Manning - It's Refreshing!

What we love about Manning...and why we think you'll love it too!
Watch what spontaneously happened when Manning culture met visitors from nineteen African countries!!!!

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In 2015, the inaugural year for the award, Manning received the Iowa Small Business Administration Community of the Year award.  Manning won against cities of all sizes and was highlighted for demonstrating ideal collaborative community efforts to support small  business success. 

Upcoming Events:


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MARCH 1 & 2
SPRING OPEN HOUSE
Manning Main Street Businesses
Fri. 7 am - 6 pm
Sat. 8 am - 4  pm




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MARCH 2
RIB & CHILI COOK-OFF
Hausbarn Conf Ctr
​5 pm  See Details


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MARCH 8
KCs FISH FRY
Sacred Heart Church Hall, Manning
4:30 - 7 pm



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MARCH 10
CONCEALED CARRY CLASS
​Timmerman Shelter House @ 6 pm


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MARCH 23
IKM-MANNING 2019 GALA
Manilla Memorial Hall   See Details
5:00 - 11:30 pm


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MARCH 27
HUMAN TRAFFIK-ING DISCUSSION
IKMM High School Auditorium
​11 am - 12 pm



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MARCH 29
KCs FISH FRY
Sacred Heart Church Hall, Manning
4:30 - 7 pm


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APRIL 3
WOLF PACK FOR HUNGER
IKM-Manning School
Time TBA



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APRIL 13
TRAIL TO NOWHERE RIDE
Register at 307 Main  Reg: 1-2; ​Ride 2-6 pm  See Details

>> See Full Calendar

add your event: chamber@mmctsu.com
Recent local news can be found on Main Street Manning's Facebook page.

"In my visits to Manning, I have experienced its vibrancy - it is indeed a very special place.  Their engaged citizenry unites around a common vision, and because of the commitment of both the public and the private sectors, that vision can be realized."

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Through Manning's sustained efforts and constant work to partner....The community certainly sets an example for others to follow.
Debi Durham
Director
Iowa Economic Development Authority
"There has always been something special about Manning and its residents. Several years ago, I chaired the Iowa Great Places Commission and was astonished at the vision of the community's leaders."
Bill Menner,
USDA Rural Development
​State Director in Iowa
"Manning, arguably the most-innovative, hard-charging small town in Iowa."
Carroll Daily Times Herald
Click Here for More Testimonials

Current Community Projects

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Milwaukee Trestle Park

The Milwaukee Trestle Park will be located on the North side of Manning near the historic railroad trestle.  The park construction is underway now and will feature a natural play area for children, a depot-themed shelter house, volleyball, bag toss games, outdoor exercise equipment, and a trail. 

... Click here to see more local projects

PRESS COVERAGE
​- Economic News
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BLOG


RAGBRAI® 2018!

LEARN MORE...
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Manning It's Refreshing

Local News & Blogs

Chamber of Commerce Blog
Main Street Manning Blog
Dave Kusel's Website

Manning Monitor
Manning News Journal
Carroll Daily Times Herald
Carroll Broadcasting

Favorite Links

Business Directory
IKM-Manning School Calendar
Manning Community Event Calendar

Local Weather
Local Market Reports - 51455 


Contact Us

www.ManningIA.com was created and is maintained through the collaboration of:

Main Street Manning
Manning Chamber of Commerce
City of Manning

Questions? Call City Hall: 712-655-2176 
or Email Us: cityofmanning@mmctsu.com