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Historic Hotel Ottumwa Sold to Local Couple Following Closure
The historic Hotel Ottumwa officially closed its doors on May 31, 2026, bringing an end to more than four decades of ownership by the Schwartz family. The downtown landmark, a fixture in the community for generations, is now set to begin a new chapter under local ownership. Ottumwa residents Jeremiah...
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Hotel Ottumwa to be purchased by local couple
OTTUMWA, Iowa - Owners of the Hotel Ottumwa closed the historic business at the end of May—now, it may reopen much sooner than previously thought. Jeremiah and Chantelle Grooms–who live in Ottumwa–told us they’re buying the property. We don’t have any information yet on what kinds of renovations they’re planning on making or what they plan on doing with the building, but the couple says they hope to finalize the purchase before the end of the month. They say they’re also in the process of transferring licenses from the current owners to themselves.
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The Ensign Group Acquires Skilled Nursing Facility And Memory Care Real Estate In Iowa And California
The Ensign Group has announced the acquisition of the real estate and operations of Woodland Health and Rehabilitation, a 62-bed skilled nursing facility located in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, effective June 1, 2026. In a separate transaction on the same day, Ensign also acquired the real estate of Memory Care of Contra Costa, a 46-unit memory care facility in Pleasant Hill, California. The acquisitions bring Ensign’s growing portfolio to 396 healthcare operations across 17 states.
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Hubbell plans rental townhome development in Oskaloosa
Hubbell Realty Co. will begin construction of a $9.4 million rental townhome project in Oskaloosa this fall, the company announced. Called Westgate Townhomes, the project will be located at Suffolk Road and Coal Mine Loop, a growing area just east of Iowa Highway 163. The project has received support from...
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Fairfield City Council Approves Land Exchange to Advance Kading Properties Housing Development
The Fairfield City Council unanimously approved a resolution Monday, May 11th authorizing the exchange of 17.35 acres of city-area land near the Fairfield Armory for the forgiveness of a $200,000 loan the city holds against Grow Fairfield, clearing a key hurdle for a major workforce housing development planned for the site.
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Hubbell announces Westgate Townhomes, 48 rental townhomes in Oskaloosa
Hubbell Realty Company will be constructing 48 townhomes in Oskaloosa, called Westgate Townhomes, beginning in fall 2026. The $9.4 million project, which has received significant public support via Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Workforce Housing Tax Credits, a Thriving Community designation from the State of Iowa and a $1 million redevelopment tax credit award, will be located at Suffolk Road and Coal Mine Loop, a rapidly developing area of Oskaloosa.
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Main Street Fairfield Launches Downtown Signage Enhancement Matching Grant
Main Street Fairfield has announced the launch of the Downtown Signage Enhancement Matching Grant through June 30th, a limited-time opportunity for businesses and commercial property owners in the downtown district to invest in exterior signage with financial support from the program. Funded in partnership with the City of Fairfield Community...
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Major Housing Development Proposed Near Fairfield Armory; Council to Vote on Land Exchange May 11th
A significant housing development could be coming to the area north of the Fairfield Armory, with the city council set to vote on a key piece of the puzzle at its May 11th meeting. The proposal involves Kading Properties, a developer that has proposed constructing approximately 30 buildings consisting of...
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New London City Council Proposed Property Tax Levy Hearing, April 13th
The New London City Council will hold a public hearing next week on its proposed property tax levy for the upcoming fiscal year. The hearing is scheduled for April 13th at 6:00 p.m. at the City Office on West Main Street. Residents will have the opportunity to voice support or concerns before the levy is finalized.
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City of Ottumwa Releases Proposed Property Tax Figures for 2026–2027
The Ottumwa City Council Meeting is sponsored by Jakki and Fonzi with Cars & Cash located on N. Madison in Ottumwa. Give them a like on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/Carsandcash. Tuesday evening meeting opened with a special meeting for a public hearing on the proposed property tax levy for the city...
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Ottumwa sewer rate study finds how sewer cost is shared among users
OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - A new city study found Ottumwa homeowners may be paying more than their fair share of sewer cost. The city study shows single-family homes make up just 58% of sewer usage but pay 92% of the cost. Base fees fund the pipes and pumps that carry...
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Washington Rental Property Owners Reminded of Annual Registration
Rental property owners in the City of Washington are reminded of the annual registration requirement. Since 2015, all rental units must be registered annually by May 1st with the City. In previous years, registration forms were distributed by mail. Beginning last year, registration materials have been sent via email, and all registration forms and related information will be delivered exclusively by email going forward.
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IA Fire Chief Makes Case for Inspection Process, But Ordinance Fails
OTTUMWA — Four members of the Ottumwa City Council voted against the second reading of a fire inspection ordinance during the first meeting of the year Tuesday, resulting in a process will likely start from scratch. The ordinance was to determine which commercial buildings in the city would be...
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Ottumwa opens applications for tax abatement, boosting residential and commercial growth
OTTUMWA, Iowa — The City of Ottumwa is accepting applications for property tax abatement until January 13, 2026. The residential and commercial property tax abatement programs are designed to encourage improvements and new development by reducing the additional taxes assessed on the improvement. The residential tax abatement program is...