2025 Hiawatha State of the City

In Hiawatha’s 2025 State of the City address, the community came together to celebrate 75 years of progress, partnerships, and promise. The event featured updates from Mayor Steve Dodson on infrastructure, housing, and business development, as well as a keynote address from Debi Durham, Director of the Iowa Economic Development Authority, focusing on regional economic opportunities. The evening also included the recognition of the 2025 Fay Clark Award Winner, honoring a community member who exemplifies Hiawatha’s pioneering spirit. Watch below: