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Kirkman
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KIRKMAN was platted in November, 1880 (incorporated in 1882) and was the terminus of the Carroll branch of the Chicago & North Western Railway. It was situated on the Nishnabotna River, known as the crookedest stream in all Iowa. A post office was established in 1881, with James W. French as the postmaster.
Notable People:
Kirkman was the birthplace of Lew Anderson, who played Clarabell the Clown on Howdy Doody.
Notable People:
Kirkman was the birthplace of Lew Anderson, who played Clarabell the Clown on Howdy Doody.
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Water: Shelby County Regional Water
Gas: Privately Owned Electricity: MidAmerican Energy Company Phone: Farmers Mutual Cooperative Telephone Company Internet: Farmers Mutual Cooperative Telephone Company Cable: Farmers Mutual Cooperative Telephone Company Cellular: Cellular One, Farmers Mutual Cooperative Telephone Company, and Verizon Recycing: Contact your local hauling service. List of what is eligible for recycle. Government Mayor & City Council Hours: Flexible 712.766.3360 [email protected] City Zoning? No Police Protection Shelby County Sheriff’s Department 
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Schools
Irwin/Kirkman/Manning (IKM) - Manilla Community Schools (K-12) Shelby County Catholic Schools (PreK-8) The Irwin‑Kirkman‑Manilla School System - is comprised of two campuses, Manilla, eight miles to the north, houses the early childhood center and grades 9‑12, while Irwin has the preschool attendance center and grades 2‑8. The school system regularly sends students to state competitions in band, speech, track, football, basketball, wrestling, and softball. There are active booster organizations for both music and athletics. Top Businesses A & E Electric, Beer Barn & Grill, J P Electric, Kienast Plumbing, Kirkman Farms and Natural Milk, Mike’s Garage Door Installation, Plumb & Sons, Prairie Hills Seeding. Churches United Methodist Church |
