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John Deere workers say they were given no warning about Ottumwa facility’s closure

OTTUMWA, Iowa - After just announcing it’d be offering jobs to the workers it had laid off previously, John Deere is now announcing that it will be closing its Ottumwa facility. On Wednesday, the company announced it would be closing two factories in Iowa, citing “changes in customer demand,...

Ottumwa, IA · 2d
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State Tax Credits Help Turn Two Former Schools Into Senior Housing

Two vacant schools in southeast Iowa are slated to become affordable housing for older adults, with help from state historic preservation tax credits. In Burlington, the former Apollo Middle School would become 45 affordable one- and two-bedroom apartments for residents age 55 and older. The building opened in 1910 as Burlington High School and has stood vacant for decades.

Burlington, IA · 15h

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72 years of family-owned quality at Marshall’s Furniture in Washington

Mike Driscoll takes us inside Marshall’s Furniture to share the story behind the 72-year-old, family-owned business and why the trip to Washington, for quality furniture and exceptional customer service, is worth the drive!

Washington, IA · 1d
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The Bookworm’s Burrow Bookstore Opening this Weekend in Washington

A new bookstore is opening in downtown Washington this weekend. The Bookworm’s Burrow Bookstore will be holding a grand opening celebration on Saturday. The Bookworm’s Burrow is a book and game store that celebrates stories in all forms and they’re officially opening their doors this weekend, inviting the community to stop in, explore, shop, and meet the owner at their grand opening.

Washington, IA · 15h
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SIEDA Announces Changes to LIHEAP Applications in Wapello County

South Iowa Economic Development Association (SIEDA) is announcing changes to the application process for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) in Wapello County. Beginning November 1, 2026, Wapello County residents applying for energy assistance will have three options for submitting their applications. The changes are intended to streamline the...

Wapello County, IA · 4d

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‘I’m just a chicken guy,’ 11-year-old selling shirts to update Iowa county fair’s chicken cages

At the Iowa State Fair, we met a young contestant who was showing his chickens for a judging competition. Just a few months later, he's turning his attention to his own county fairgrounds.

Moravia, IA · 4d

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Fairfield Chamber Kicks Off Small Business Season with Punch Card Program

The Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce is inviting residents to support local businesses during Small Business Season, running November 1 through December 31, 2026. This year’s theme is “It’s the Thought That Counts,” a reminder that supporting local doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive — sometimes it’s as simple as choosing a local shop for a gift, recommending a favorite restaurant, sharing a business’s social media post, or telling a friend about a great experience.

Fairfield, IA · 2d

We Are Iowa

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John Deere to close Ottumwa and Clarion factories, citing changing customer demand

Ottumwa, IA · 2d

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Lee County, Iowa, to hold special meeting on proposed steel mill

FORT MADISON, Iowa (KWQC) - Lee County officials will hold a meeting on the proposed $15 billion steel plant Wednesday. There will be a presentation on the county’s negotiations with Mesabi Metallics about the plant and time for the board of supervisors to answer questions, according to a media release.

Lee County, IA · 3d

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County creating input options on steel project

LEE COUNTY – A meeting planned for Wednesday night to give Lee County residents their first look inside negotiations between county officials and Mesabi Metallics around a $15 billion proposed steel mill is shaping up to be a big event. Lee County Supervisors released information on the event Monday...

Lee County, IA · 3d

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County sets public meeting on Mesabi project

LEE COUNTY – Lee County officials have announced a meeting Wednesday to inform the public about the ongoing negotiations with Mesabi Metallics, the company wanting to build a $15 billion steel facility in Iowa. Lee County Auditor Sherri Yasenchok sent out a special meeting notice Monday afternoon announcing the...

Lee County, IA · 4d

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John Deere officials announced Friday the company will be hiring 400 new workers across its factories

John Deere officials announced Friday the company will be hiring 400 new workers across its factories. In addition, more than 275 employees will be called back to its Waterloo operations, bringing total callbacks to approximately 1,000 since 2024. Deere officials said with these callbacks, all employees previously on layoff in Waterloo, the Quad Cities, Ottumwa, and Dubuque have been asked to return to work. However, about 125 employees remain on layoff status in the Des Moines area. Deere officials said in a news release that hiring would take place at facilities in Moline, Milan, Davenport, Dubuque, and Ottumwa.

Waterloo, IA · 4d

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Watch for a corn basis rally opportunity

A market analyst says improving corn basis could create opportunities for farmers to move grain instead of paying continued storage costs. Sam Hudson with Cornbelt Marketing tells Brownfield farmers have slowed grain selling, which helps the situation. “If you’ve seen basis rally in your area 30 cents compared to what...

Ottumwa, IA · 3d

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Cover Crop and No-Till Field Day Planned Near Harper on November 24th

Iowa Learning Farms, in partnership with the Keokuk and Washington County Soil and Water Conservation Districts, will host a cover crop and no-till field day near Harper in Keokuk County on Tuesday, November 24th from noon to 2 p.m. at Sts. Peter & Paul Clear Creek Heritage Association. The no-cost...

Harper, IA · 4d

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Undersecretary of the USDA Featured on Today’s In Touch Program

Undersecretary of the USDA Richard Fordyce made a stop last week to Vermeer Corporation as part of a statewide listening tour. The visit included a tour of Plant 2, discussion with leadership at both Vermeer and Marion County Bank, and a stop at the Vermeer Global Pavilion and Museum. Fordyce says the USDA aims to be a resource for local farmers and the manufacturers that support them, especially as many continue to deal with supply chain issues and now fuel constraints related to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Hear more about the USDA on today’s In Touch with South Central Iowa.

Knoxville, IA · 4d

KBUR

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Three weeks ago Iowa lawmakers approved offering nearly one-point-four BILLION dollars’ worth of incentives for a steel plant in southeast Iowa, but state and local officials are still negotiating with the company over the details

Three weeks ago Iowa lawmakers approved offering nearly one-point-four BILLION dollars’ worth of incentives for a steel plant in southeast Iowa, but state and local officials are still negotiating with the company over the details. Iowa Economic Development Authority Diretor Debi Durham says she’s leading the state’s negotiations with India-based Mesabi Metallics.

Iowa · 7d

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Iowa Cattlemen’s Association District 20 Meeting Wednesday in Keosauqua – Late RSVPs Welcome

The Iowa Cattlemen’s Association will hold its District 20 meeting this Wednesday, November 4th, at Hotel Manning in Keosauqua. The evening begins with a social at 6:30, followed by dinner and the meeting at 7. Attendees will hear updates from the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association, the Iowa Beef Industry Council,...

Keosauqua, IA · 4d

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Deere calling back, hiring hundreds of employees across facilities

John Deere is calling back employees and hiring hundreds more across several facilities, according to a company news release. Deere expects to hire over 400 people across its factories and call back over 275 more employees to its Waterloo operations over the next few months. This will bring total callbacks to about 1,000 employees since […]

Waterloo, IA · 7d