Ottumwa Radio

An Ottumwa man faces numerous charges after allegedly stealing a gun and firing at a moving vehicle earlier this year. 19-year-old Vidal Martinez has been charged with first-degree robbery, two counts of intimidation with a dangerous weapon, two counts of assault while participating in a felony, two counts of going armed with intent, reckless use of a firearm, use of...

The National Weather Service has said that conditions are favorable for the development of funnel clouds, and possibly brief, weak tornadoes. The National Weather Service will continue to closely monitor the situation, and may issue a Tornado Warning if the threat increases. If you see a funnel cloud or tornado, seek shelter indoors and then contact your local law...

Governor Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services announced the awardees of Iowa’s Centers of Excellence Program grant totaling more than $2.2 million in funding to support and improve healthcare delivery in rural Iowa. Centers of Excellence increase access to specialized multi-disciplinary care and are devoted to tackling the major health needs and disparities confronting rural...

Ottumwa, Iowa – Beginning Wednesday August 9, 2023 the southbound lane of N. Mc Lean heading down hill will be closed to through traffic. Work is being done for a water main replacement in the area. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and asked to exercise extreme caution when navigating in and around the work zone. Weather permitting...

A two-month-long human trafficking investigation has resulted in an arrest, according to Ottumwa police. Simplice Maggloire Nguepnang, 25, of Ottumwa faces the following charges:  Sexual Abuse 3rd Degree (3 Counts), all Class “C” Felonies Sexual Abuse 2nd Degree (13 year old victim), a Class “B” Felony Human Trafficking (4 counts), all Class “C” Felonies Distribution of a Controlled Substance...

Trudy DiAnn Vandegriff, 73, of Fairfield, IA passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at the Jefferson County Health Care Center. As were Trudy’s wishes, her body will be cremated with no services planned at this time. Memorial contributions in Trudy’s honor may be directed to the Lord’s Cupboard in Fairfield, IA. Friends may leave online memories and condolences...

Ottumwa, Iowa – Starting today, August 7, 2023, South Green Street from Main Street to the railroad tracks will be closed for the Green Street sewer separation project. This project will include Full Depth, Full Width PCC pavement, new storm sewer, new water main, and sanitary sewer improvements. The closure will affect through traffic on River Drive, Commercial Street, Rushing Way,...

State Senator Adrian Dickey has been named in a lawsuit filed by his daughter. Korynn Dickey, the daughter of Adrian Dickey, alleges the Senator of District 44 bought a vehicle for her in 2020 but then forged her signature to place a lien on the vehicle. The lawsuit was filed on July 5 in Jefferson County. Dickey's daughter alleges her father...

An Ottumwa man accused of murdering his wife two years ago saw his trial rescheduled. The trial of 63-year-old Gregory Showalter Sr. scheduled for August 15 has been moved to September 12. Showalter faces charges of first-degree murder, abuse of a corpse, willful injury, and domestic abuse. Authorities say Showalter shot and killed Helen Showalter on July 31, 2021. Helen was...

Greater Ottumwa Partners In Progress announced a recent addition to its staff. Jason Bolinger has been tabbed as GOPIP's new Digital Media Specialist. "Jason will bring many years of experience to the digital and social media marketing of GOPIP. We are extremely happy and excited to have Jason join the GOPIP team. His background, his passion, and his drive made...