Ottumwa's Market Street Landing Play Space Project Receives $1.4 Million Investment
Jul 24, 2025
OTTUMWA -- The Market Street Landing Inclusive Play Space, a flagship project of Ottumwa's Riverfront Revitalization initiative, has been awarded nearly $1.4 million through the State of Iowa's Destination Iowa program. This significant investment underscores…
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Ottumwa Man with Felony Convictions Arrested for Possession of a Firearm
Jul 23, 2025
OTTUMWA – An Ottumwa man and convicted felon was arrested on Monday due to alleged possession of a firearm. According to court records, on Monday, the Ottumwa Police Department received a report of a domestic…
Oskaloosa City Council Approves Public Hearing Date for 8th Ave West Reconstruction Project
Jul 22, 2025
By Sam Parsons The Oskaloosa City Council held a regular meeting last night and discussed the 8th Avenue West Reconstruction Project, as well as their Complete Streets Policy. At their most recent meeting on July…
Mahaska County Board of Supervisors Declines to Seize Escaped Horses
Jul 22, 2025
By Sam Parsons The Mahaska County Board of Supervisors met yesterday morning and discussed the possible seizure of livestock on Galeston Avenue as a result of habitual trespassing. Sheriff Russ Van Renterghem told the board…
Packwood Man Arrested for Throwing Rocks at Vehicles, Assaulting Police Officers
Jul 21, 2025
FAIRFIELD – A Packwood man was arrested in Fairfield on Friday following an incident in which police say he was throwing rocks at vehicles. On Friday morning, at approximately 10:00am, Fairfield Police Officers responded to…
Sigourney School Board Approves Steps for Potential Bond Referendum
Jul 18, 2025
SIGOURNEY -- On Wednesday, July 16, 2025, the Sigourney Community School District Board of Education approved petition language that could place an infrastructure improvement referendum for the Jr. Sr. High School before eligible voters. Pending…
3,900 New Workers in June Boosts Iowa’s Labor Force Participation Rate to 67.4 Percent
Jul 18, 2025
DES MOINES, IOWA – In June, for the second consecutive month, 3,900 Iowans entered the labor force in June. The increase in workers brought Iowa’s labor force participation rate to 67.4 percent, up from 67.3…
Oskaloosa's 38th Sweet Corn Serenade is One Week from Today
Jul 17, 2025
OSKALOOSA -- One of Mahaska County’s most cherished summertime traditions returns on Thursday, July 24, as Sweet Corn Serenade celebrates its 38th year in downtown Oskaloosa. Hosted by Oskaloosa Main Street, this family-friendly event offers…
Ottumwa School Board Discusses Baseball/Softball Complex, Staff Recruitment and Retention
Jul 16, 2025
By Sam Parsons The Ottumwa Community School Board held a regular meeting last night and held a discussion on efforts to improve recruitment and retention in the district. Staff identified several challenges and issues, including…
Interpower Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Jul 15, 2025
OSKALOOSA -- On July 31, 2025, Interpower Corporation celebrates 50 years of power cord and component manufacturing. Interpower’s history began in 1975 as the Panel Components Corporation in California. In 1993, founder and CEO Bob…