Monday: Big layoffs, bigger hirings, massive markets swings
Mar 23, 2020
The Associated Press The rapid spread of the coronavirus since it was first reported in China has dealt an unprecedented shock to the global economy. Following are business developments Monday related to the outbreak as…
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Small Business Administration issues disaster declaration for Iowa
Mar 23, 2020
This weekend, the Governor also announced the U.S. Small Business Administration has issued a disaster declaration for the state of Iowa. This means small businesses affected by the pandemic may apply for low-interest federal disaster…
March 23-27 is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Iowa
Mar 23, 2020
OTTUMWA – The Wapello County Emergency Management Agency, Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEMD), National Weather Service (NWS), and Iowa Emergency Management Association (IEMA) have joined together to promote Severe Weather Awareness…
Stars Pay Tribute To Kenny Rogers
Mar 23, 2020
Kenny Rogers passed away Friday at the age of 81. As you can imagine, several stars took to social media, and websites to share their thoughts on Kenny. Dolly Parton shared a tearful video on…
Highcock Resigns from William Penn Soccer Post
Mar 21, 2020
Jamee Highcock has resigned as Head Men's and Women's Soccer Coach at William Penn University. Wade Steinlage, Assistant Athletic Director for Communications for the University, released the following statement last evening: William Penn Athletics Director…
Shelter director: Pets not at risk for coronavirus
Mar 20, 2020
Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter in Oskaloosa has closed its doors to the public. Shelter Director Terry Gott explains why he made that call. "We thought it would be the best decision with all this going…
Gov. Reynolds issues another public health declaration
Mar 20, 2020
Governor Kim Reynolds has issued a new State Public Health Declaration to give relief to Iowans affected by the coronavirus concerns. Among other things, Friday’s (3/20) declaration temporarily suspends collection of property taxes, some home…
What you need to know today about the virus outbreak
Mar 20, 2020
AP - The death toll from the global pandemic surpassed 10,000 people worldwide and the effects of a global economy grinding to a halt because of the pandemic were beginning to show, from millions of unsold…
CBS To Air Country Special In Place Of ACM Awards
Mar 20, 2020
As we previously told you, the ACM Awards have been postponed until September due to concerns over the coronavirus, but fans will still get to enjoy some country music on April 5th, the date the…
Keokuk County closes offices to the public
Mar 19, 2020
Keokuk County is now closing its offices to the public until further notice. If you’re planning to visit a county office, you’re asked to call first to see if the business can be handled over…