Red Oak Chamber Executive Director Elaine Carlson joined us Monday morning to share what’s new for 2026.
The brand-new Red Oak Living: The Heart of Southwest Iowa magazine (2026/2027 edition) has arrived. Hard copies are available now at the chamber, and a digital edition will be posted on the chamber website soon. This magazine highlights parks and amenities, business and industry, education, local history, city/county information, and healthcare services.
Upcoming dates to know:
Chamber Annual Meeting (Wednesday) at the Red Oak Country Club
Legislative Briefings: Saturday, Feb. 7 at 8:00 AM and Saturday, March 7 at 8:00 AM at the Montgomery County History Center
Leadership Red Oak begins Thursday, March 5 (limited to 15 participants)
Galentine’s Day in Red Oak: Wednesday, Feb. 4 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM with multiple participating businesses
We also welcomed new chamber members: Firehouse Mexican Bar and Grill, Hive Studio, Lewellyn Media, and Woodbridge Townhomes.
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About Melanie West
Melanie has been with KCSI / KOAK Radio since 1997, when she and her husband Aaron moved to Iowa to join the family business. Melanie enjoys traveling, reading, and painting. Melanie and Aaron have 2 children, Will, who lives in South Dakota and Allie who works in the business office at KCSI.