The City of Ashley has a long and exciting history.

Ashley was named after Milwaukee Railroad executive Ashley Morrow in 1888. Since then, the community has held on tightly to its rich German-Russian roots for well over 100 years, while leading area communities in technological advances that will ensure their survival in the 21st century.

The city prides itself on preservation of the heritage it was built on and embraces that foundation while possessing an aggressive attitude toward the future.

Pioneering families brought with them a strong work ethic and religious heritage. They built a solid community that prides itself on its friendliness, hospitality, peaceful environment, low crime rate, and a special quality of life. You will find a stable business community that serves as a trade center and county seat for its rural and city families. Along with a quality labor force which strives toward excellence and high productivity, complete medical services, incredible recreational opportunities, and residents committed to the future and economic health of the city.

Local leaders work hard to retain this lifestyle for Ashley’s residents, but possess great vision and determination to see that Ashley enjoys economic growth through support of established businesses, business creation, and focusing on the future with remote data processing/telecommunications and other state-of-the-art technology utilized by companies such as TechLink, Inc.

Economic development and job creation are truly priorities for this progressive city.