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Alta Vista Property Returns to Local Control in Purchase
Oct 16, 2023 by Sam Parsons
Ottumwa, IA – The Greater Ottumwa Development Foundation (a nonprofit development arm of Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress), in a collaborative partnership with the Ottumwa Legacy Foundation, The City of Ottumwa, and Wapello County are…
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Crossroads of Pella embraces Pella Welcome Corps
Oct 16, 2023 by Sam Parsons
PELLA -- Crossroads of Pella is excited to announce the inclusion of Pella Welcome Corps under its umbrella of services that "meet people where their need is and work with them to find a solution."…
LEE GREENWOOD TRIBUTE COMING TO THEATERS; KID ROCK, DOLLY PARTON ON BOARD
Oct 13, 2023 by Bob Ballard
"An All-Star Salute To Lee Greenwood" is coming to theaters throughout the United States next month, featuring star-studded performances of Greenwood’s career hit songs by some big names. This one-night-only event will premiere in movie theaters…
Microsoft clears last hurdle to buying Call of Duty maker Activision in $69 billion deal
Oct 13, 2023 by Sam Parsons
LONDON (AP) — Microsoft’s purchase of Call of Duty maker Activision Blizzard won final approval Friday from Britain’s competition watchdog, reversing its earlier decision to block the $69 billion gaming deal and removing the final obstacle for…
Iowa approves money for 7 recreational projects across the state
Oct 13, 2023 by Sam Parsons
By Dar Danielson (Radio Iowa) The state Transportation Commission has approved funding for several existing recreational trails, and some new ones. The DOT’s Scott Flagg oversees the trail program and says one project will link…
Students First ESA applications for 2023-2024 closed; 18,893 applications approved
Oct 13, 2023 by Sam Parsons
DES MOINES – Today, the Iowa Department of Education announced that 18,893 Students First education savings accounts (ESAs) were approved by the Sept. 30 program close date. ESA accounts for applicants who did not meet…
Ottumwa Announces Trout Stocking on October 23
Oct 13, 2023 by Sam Parsons
OTTUMWA -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will be stocking 1,500 rainbow trout in the pond at the east side of Wapello street by the orange and blue playground equipment on Thursday October 26,…
Hollywood studios break off strike talks with actors, who slam 'bullying tactics'
Oct 12, 2023 by Sam Parsons
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Talks bitterly broke off between Hollywood actors and studios late Wednesday, killing any hopes that the three-month strike by performers would come to an end anytime soon. The studios announced that they had…
Climate Statement says Iowa needs more solar power to supplement wind
Oct 12, 2023 by Sam Parsons
By Grant Gerlock (Radio Iowa) The latest Iowa Climate Statement signed by more than 200 scientists and researchers at Iowa colleges and universities says the state needs to invest more in solar power. Retired Iowa…
Oskaloosa Schools Announces "Five to Thrive" Strategic Plan
Oct 12, 2023 by Sam Parsons
OSKALOOSA -- Oskaloosa Schools has launched a five-year strategic plan to enhance extracurricular experiences for students in grades 7-12, titled “Five to Thrive.” The long-term goal of the plan is to increase overall student participation…
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