Coming up next month on Tuesday, July 19th from 9am-12pm, the Ottumwa Chapter of Employers Council of Iowa invites you to attend 'Opportunities for Returning Citizens' training at IowaWORKS. Hear from representatives from 8th Judicial District and Iowa Workforce Development on programs and partnerships that can help your business successfully recruit and retain returning […]

The 35th Annual Sweet Corn Serenade is happening in downtown Oskaloosa on Thursday, July 28 from noon til 9 PM. Food trucks, vendor booths, games, hands-on activities, live music, and more will be available throughout the day. Corn and burgers will be available at 4 pm and the kids’ zone opens at 5. New this […]

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  Midwest Ford Fest - so much more than just a car show! The Iowa-Missouri Ford Club presents the 36th annual Ford-powered show, August 20th and 21st in Greater Ottumwa Park. On Saturday, August 20th, all makes and models are invited to a shop tour from the park at 12:30 p.m., followed by a cruise-in […]

The Beach holds the annual Dog Paddle on August 28 from 6-8 p.m. Dogs are only allowed in the wave pool. All four-legged guests must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older, be current on all vaccinations and on a leash at all times in the water park. Admission to the Dog Paddle is […]

Ecumenical Lord's Cupboard will be holding a food drive at South Hyvee on September 2nd and 3rd from 9am to 5pm. Donations can be sent to: Lord's Cupboard P.O. Box 1876 Ottumwa, IA, 52501