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City of Ottumwa provides update on eviction of people illegally living on Turkey Island
OTTUMWA, Iowa — The Ottumwa City Council approved a notion during their May meeting to evict anyone living on Turkey Island and to carry out a cleanup to remove any debris from the area. Ottumwa Community Development Director Zach Simonson provided an update on the progress of the project.
Animal control, shelter in Ottumwa see rising trend of loose or lost dogs
OTTUMWA, Iowa — Animal Control in Ottumwa has picked up 137 loose dogs as of June 10, 2024. According to Ottumwa Police Department records, this number is above average, putting the city on track to surpass last year's record if the trend continues. 58 of the dogs picked up...
Southeast Iowan aims to 'repair a hero's home' with community support for Keokuk veteran
KEOKUK COUNTY, Iowa — A small business owner is hoping fellow southeast Iowans will aid him in repairing a disabled veteran’s Hedrick home. Alex Dix has organized the GoFundMe called "Join Alex in Repairing a Hero's Home" for veteran Steven Hunt. Hunt served in the U.S. Navy and...
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