A little about our communities:

Sanborn: “our people make the difference”
Sanborn was started as a major railroad town. With a population of 1353, Sanborn offers an excellent climate for businesses. Sanborn is the home of an award-winning Golf & Country Club, a 2.3 mile asphalt walking trail, and swimmers will enjoy the outdoor public pool on hot summer days. The main community event in Sanborn is the Sanborn Railroad Day held each summer in commemoration of the railroad heritage of Sanborn.

Hartley: “the city with a heart”
Hartley, with a population of over 1700, was founded as a railroad station in 1879. Hartley boasts a newly remodeled swimming pool, summer recreation programs, two beautiful parks, a new library and a large, modern community center. Several new housing areas have sprung up and more are in the planning stages.

Primghar: “The only Primghar in the world"
Named by the initials of its founding fathers, Primghar maintains it’s rich heritage. The town of Primghar was formed in 1872. Primghar has a population of 891. It is home to the O’Brien County Courthouse and Jail. Primghar offers a unique golf course, challenging local golfers. The only banked figure 8 racetrack in the United States is located in Primghar. Primghar provides entertainment and fun for surrounding communities during O’Brien County Fair Week. Progressive Ideals; Hometown Appeal.

Paullina: “the best little city in Iowa”
Paullina is an excellent business community. With a population of 1124, a spirit of excellence and harmony are prominent in the growth of businesses and industries that market products and services throughout the nation and abroad. The parks and recreational activities provide year-round variety to families. Paullina is a progressive and aggressive city committed to an improved quality of life and a prosperous climate for economic development.

Summary:
All four communities, Sanborn, Hartley, Primghar and Paullina are proud of their municipally owned utilities, keeping revenues within the communities for the benefit of their citizens. The school systems, public and private, provide excellent education and are respected throughout the state. Health services and emergency care are provided, along with volunteer fire departments in each town. The many varied religious congregations offer spiritual diversity to the communities. Iowa is a safe place to live and work, ranking 41st in the country in regard to violent crimes.