Bird Seeks Approval for $400M Sandoz Settlement
Attorney General Brenna Bird today joined a coalition of 43 states and territories seeking court approval of a $400 million settlement with Sandoz Inc....
AAA: Iowans should book holiday travel now or pay more later
A travel expert says Iowans who are planning trips around Thanksgiving or the year-end holidays should consider booking those excursions now, not later.
Brynna Knapp,...
91st Annual Firefighter’s Ball Set for November 13
The Ottumwa Association of Professional Firefighters will host its 91st Annual Firefighter’s Ball and Fundraiser on Friday, November 13, 2026, at the Bridge View...
Celebrating Our Custodian on National Custodial Workers Recognition Day
Today, October 2, we celebrate National Custodial Workers Recognition Day and take a moment to recognize someone who plays an important part in keeping...
Jefferson County Communications Center Temporarily Relocated
The Jefferson County Communications Center has been temporarily relocated due to a facility issue.
Despite the temporary move, dispatch services remain fully operational. Emergency and...
Birmingham Water Service to Be Temporarily Shut Off Monday for Sewer Repairs; Boil Order...
The City of Birmingham in Van Buren County will temporarily shut off water service on Monday, October 5th at 10:00 a.m. for critical sewer...
ISU President David Cook announces “moonshot” goals for future of university
Iowa State University President David Cook outlined his “moonshot” plans for the land grant university’s future Thursday during the ceremony officially installing him as...
Judge blocks federal prosecutors from refiling charges in Reflecting Pool case
A D.C. Superior Court judge ruled Thursday that prosecutors cannot, for a second time, charge former Olympic canoeist David Hearn with damaging the Lincoln...
Iowa Farmers Union, solar group sues USDA over changes to renewable energy funding program
Environmental groups have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture on behalf of several farmers, farm groups and solar agencies for changes...
North Van Buren Avenue to Close for Sewer Repair
Beginning Monday, October 5, 2026, DP Plumbing will close the 1500 block of North Van Buren Avenue to allow for sewer repair work.
As part...
















