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Carroll County Community
Most people are skeptical to the thought of a small
town, being so far from a large city or perhaps it's the
stereotype we face. Businesses have a particularly hard
time moving to small towns, where they might not get as
many customers as they want. Small towns have their
perks, though, and Carroll is no exception. When you
move your business, chances are, you're going to move
your family, and your employees as well. Carroll is the
perfect place to raise a family. With plenty of parks,
schools, and entertainment choices such as Carroll 5
Theatres, the Carroll Rec Center, the Carroll Aquatic
Center, and plenty of restaurants, there's never a
boring night! We take great pride in our community and
in our schools. Our education is top-notch, and many of
our students are being offered scholarships for their
academics. As for the adults, businesses are teeming
here. It's a great place to have a business in a small
town, because everyone knows everyone (somehow)! That
means that if you get just one customer with friends,
you'll be sure they'll pass on the good news to their
friends! What's better than that?
New Development in Iowa
Not only do we have great standing businesses and
schools already here, we're always looking for something
new! If you think you've got something to offer, come on
down! We're friendly here (we promise), and we're open
to new ideas. We'd love for you to be part of our
growing community!
Business Location in Carroll Iowa
Ashwood Business Park couldn't have a better
location for, well...businesses! Our bypass allows for
super-easy transportation, and that also means that lots
of people will be passing your business! It's also
located next to some of the biggest businesses already
stationed in Carroll (Farner-Bocken, Pella, American
Home Shield, etc.), so you'll be sure to attract
customers!
Building your business in a business park means that
your business will get more exposure. It also is more
affordable. Ashwood Business Park has all the utilities
up and running plus it is internet ready. Our developers
have planned the business park out carefully with
beautiful landscaping, spacious parking area, and access
road. Our goal is to make your new business start-up go
smoothly with little disruption. Once your building is
done, your business is ready to go.
Location is a very important part of starting a
business. Ashwood Business Park is located at the
junction of highway 71 and highway 30 plus it is close
to the Carroll airport. Your business will get a lot
notice and recognition. Carroll, Iowa is the place to
start your new business and Ashwood Business Park is the
prime location.
New Development in Iowa
Okay, so we've figured out that Iowa's pretty great.
But if you're moving your family and possibly others'
families here, then you might want to be in on some of
the inside activities that go on here. Some examples
include parades, Mardi Gras, Black Friday, seasonal
sports, dance recitals, and school plays.
Parades are a pretty big thing in Carroll. We have a
few major parades: Band Day Parade, Memorial Day Parade,
and a few others mixed in there. The whole town gathers
each morning of the parades, bringing kids, candy, bags
to catch candy, fold-up chairs, coolers, and blankets to
sit down or stand by the streets and watch as the
marching bands, floats, cars, fire trucks, and other
attractions go by. Some people who are on floats or in
cars throw out candy, the marching bands play festive
tunes, the fire trucks, ambulances, and police cars blare
their sirens, and it's a big hootin' time in Carroll! In
all sincerity, though, it is a really fun time and a
great way to get out, meet people, and even advertise
your business.
Mardi Gras is also a big event in Carroll. Fat
Tuesday, some call it. Whatever you say, it's full of
great food, great fun, and great laughs. The food is
homemade (the best kind), and is endless most places,
whether you're looking for spaghetti, entrees, desserts,
or just some good drinks, you'll find it (and most
likely an abundance of it). Schools hold celebrations,
and local places have parties and dinners for families.
The kids can make masks and put on fake, temporary,
Mardi Gras-themed tattoos, and play games to win small
prizes. The adults can sit around tables, chatting,
eating, and laughing along with their friends or new
people.
Seasonal sports and the dance recitals are a must-do,
even if you or your child isn't involved. Sports include
football, basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball,
swimming, track, cross-country, tennis, and soccer.
Games are year-round, and are very cheap to attend.
There are always concessions with mouth-watering food,
and the games are always friendly and exciting. Dance
recital is something the kids who are in dance look
forward to every year. Even if you don't have a child
involved, you should still go, because it looks amazing
on stage, and it can be very impressive and fun to
watch. Some dances are tear-jerkers, while others make
you want to get up and shake what your momma gave you!
Either way, as you can tell, it's very fun.
If you think small towns are dead with no activities,
I'll tell you, you've got it wrong. We're always buzzing
around, and we love to have a great time! Come on down
and enjoy the fun!
Want a simple overview of the town? Here's some great
general information:
Population Overview
Population 2000: 10,103
Square miles: 5.69
Gender
Male: 4,773
Female: 5,333
Race & Ethnicity
White: 9,961
Black or African American: 18
American Indian or Alaska native:
10
Asian: 52
Some other race: 28
Two or more races: 37
Hispanic or Latino: 58
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