About PRIDE
PRIDE members are made up of business leaders working to promote development in the Panora and Lake Panorama Area.
The Best of Both Worlds
Located a short 30-minute drive west of the Des Moines metro, Panora is a progressive community situated along the the Middle Raccoon River in eastern Guthrie County. Home to Lake Panorama, the Panorama Community School District, and the Raccoon River Valley Trail, Panora is known for its rural charm, providing residents a unique quality of life. The City’s close proximity to Des Moines means that there is easy access to the metro for business or recreation.
Companies looking to locate in Panora, will become part of a strong business community. The city has invested in modern infrastructure, forged strong business ties and is home to a capable, professional work force. Many of the utilities are delivered by local providers. The City of Panora maintains water, sewer, and electric utility services. Fiber optic broadband services are provided by Panora Telco, a Gig-certified provider with significant bandwidth capacity. Residential and commercial gas service is provided by MidAmerican Energy.