Kalona Realty Executives Discuss WCDC Updates with President

Jessica Yoder and Sarah Bigley of Kalona Realty join WCDC President Mandy Ellison on local radio program.

Mar. 23, 2026 at 7:29pm

On a recent episode of the Washington Page radio program, Jessica Yoder and Sarah Bigley of Kalona Realty were interviewed alongside Mandy Ellison, the President of the Washington County Development Corporation (WCDC). The discussion focused on updates and upcoming events related to the WCDC, an organization dedicated to promoting economic development in the Kalona, Iowa area.

Why it matters

The WCDC plays a crucial role in supporting local businesses and attracting new investment to the Kalona community. By highlighting the organization's activities and plans, the radio program helps keep residents informed about economic development efforts in the region.

The details

Yoder and Bigley, who work as real estate agents at Kalona Realty, joined Ellison on the Washington Page program to provide an update on the WCDC's recent and upcoming initiatives. The discussion covered a range of topics, including new business openings, infrastructure improvements, and community events organized by the WCDC.

  • The radio program aired on March 23, 2026.

The players

Jessica Yoder

Real estate agent at Kalona Realty.

Sarah Bigley

Real estate agent at Kalona Realty.

Mandy Ellison

President of the Washington County Development Corporation (WCDC).

Washington Page

A local radio program that covers news and events in the Kalona, Iowa area.

Kalona Realty

A real estate agency based in Kalona, Iowa.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

The radio program's coverage of the WCDC's activities highlights the important role that local economic development organizations play in supporting small businesses and promoting growth in communities like Kalona, Iowa.