If you only consider Macedonia, Iowa, by the numbers, it might not sound that impressive. It has a population of 276 people. It’s roughly 20 miles or so from the Council Bluffs/Omaha area. It was settled in 1846 and moved to its current location in 1880.
But there’s so much about life in Macedonia that you can’t quantify, from the dynamic community spirit to thriving Main Street businesses, museums and more. “Macedonia has always been big on working together,” said Ruby Bentley, a long-time resident and president of the Macedonia Historical Preservation Society. “That’s why we’re so excited to work with Community Heart & Soul.”
Community members had already established a strong foundation of success when they connected with Community Heart & Soul through Michelle Wodtke Franks, a Heart & Soul coach and program officer at the Iowa West Foundation.
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