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Tune into the Past with Ottumwa Radio: 2015 River Death Still Under Investigation

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Authorities continue to seek answers in the death of Sam Davis, whose body was discovered April 29, 2015, in a river along a bike...

Historic Holocaust violins to be displayed, played in Iowa concerts

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The Putnam Museum in Davenport is hosting an event tonight featuring music played on fragile, decades-old violins that were once owned and played by Jewish...

Unsafe ice conditions force cancellation of Clear Lake kite fest

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The annual kite festival held on Clear Lake that was scheduled for this weekend has been cancelled due to the recent warm weather. The Clear...

Feenstra meets with Iowa’s ‘MAGA Nation’ group

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Republican Congressman Randy Feenstra met with a crowd of avid Trump supporters last night, fielding questions about his campaign for governor and his neutrality...

Fire Danger Warning Issued for Grasslands and Croplands

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Officials are urging residents to use extreme caution due to elevated fire risk across the region, as current conditions indicate a heightened potential for...

Ottumwa City Council Upholds ‘Irresponsible Animal Owner’ Ruling After Hearing

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Tuesday nights Ottumwa City Counsel meeting is sponsored by Jakki and Fonzi with Cars and Cash located on N. Madison. Give them a like...

First Responders Called to Fatal Farm Emergency Tuesday Morning

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Emergency crews responded to a fatal farming accident Tuesday morning in rural Mahaska County, according to the Mahaska County Sheriff's Office. Authorities say responders were...

Fairfield CSD Approves Compensation Increases for Paraeducators and Special Education Teachers

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The Fairfield Community School District has approved a new compensation structure that increases pay for paraeducators and provides additional stipends for special education teachers. The...

Jefferson County Farm Bureau Hosts Third Annual Grocery Grab for The Lord’s Cupboard

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In celebration of National Ag Week, March 15th–21st, the Jefferson County Farm Bureau is gearing up for its third annual Grocery Grab, an energetic...

Main Street Ottumwa Accepting Applications for 2026 Hometown Heroes VBanners Program

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Main Street Ottumwa is now accepting applications for the Hometown Heroes Veterans Banners Program, an annualinitiative that recognizes and honors individuals who are currently...