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The Missouri Town With $660 Rent That Has Everyone Rethinking Where They Live
Nobody moves to northeast Missouri expecting a revelation, but Kirksville has a way of changing the conversation the moment you look at the rental listings. One-bedroom apartments for around $660 a month will do that to a person. Go ahead and check the math. It checks out. Kirksville, Missouri is...
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Universal Producing Company: Iowa Time Machine September 7, 1929
Iowa Time Machine ⏰: On September 7, 1929, the first ad for the Universal Producing Company of Fairfield appeared in a local newspaper. Universal Producing Company of Fairfield was seeking college graduates to direct “Home Talent” shows, asking applicants whether they could sing, dance, and organize amateur productions.
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Montezuma entrepreneur gets a buzz out of beekeeping
MONTEZUMA — Michael DeJong, 23, of Montezuma was in his third year as an industrial engineering student at Iowa State University and was looking to take a fun elective class. That led DeJong to the course “Bee Biology, Management and Beekeeping.” “I decided to take the class, and the experience was very eye-opening and educational,” said DeJong. “In the classroom, we learned about bee biology, diseases, pests, …but every other week, we got hands-on experience managing a hive, completing inspections and taking care of the bees.” DeJong said that before taking the class, he had no idea how complex the bee colony was, so “I came to appreciate the hard work that goes into managing a hive and wanted to try it myself,” he said. That experience led DeJong to founding MD’s Bees as a hobby in the spring of 2024 after graduating from ISU. DeJong purchased bees and set up four colonies in the country west of Montezuma on his parents’ pond. The hives are surrounded by acres of wildflowers, timber and land set aside through the conservation reserve program which provide the bees with a variety of resources to forage on. “My first year, I harvested just 65
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Penalty Issued for Second Tobacco Violation for Washington Business
A civil penalty has been issued to T&J Walsh in Washington for their second tobacco violation in three months. The business is also known as Wine & Spirits. Staff there sold tobacco products to someone under age. The Washington City Council approved the resolution Tuesday to assess a $1,500 penalty...
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Columbus City Administration proposes new staffing positions in 2027 Civilian Salary Ordinance
The proposed additions include a Recreation Fitness Coordinator for the Parks and Recreation Department and an Assistant Mechanic for Public Works, who will assist with collaborative fleet maintenance across police, fire, transit, and utilities. The city is also reinstating a Planning Intern role budgeted for 240 hours (0.12 FTE). The...
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Ottumwa targets 75 vacant buildings with one new downtown investment push
OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - 75 buildings in downtown Ottumwa are either vacant or partly empty. City leaders say that number could be cut dramatically. The First National Bank building listed on National Register of Historic Places has stood empty for years. It’s one of the 75 vacant or partially vacant buildings downtown. Developer Jeremiah Grooms said he sees a second chance for the building.
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Ottumwa council backs tax credit bid for Agassiz school senior housing project
OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - A historic Ottumwa school could soon become senior apartments. The former school, built in 1941 on East Williams Street, is proposed for redevelopment. The project will have 32 units to house residents 55 and older. It is expected to cost more than $10 million. The building...
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CMTech Completes Acquisition of Van Buren Telephone Company
Citizens Mutual Telephone Cooperative, known as CMTech, has completed its acquisition of Van Buren Telephone Company, bringing together two locally owned telecommunications providers serving southeast Iowa, according to a press release. The transaction follows a definitive agreement announced in January and the completion of required shareholder, regulatory, and other closing...
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Workplace Learning Connection accepts job shadow applications
CEDAR RAPIDS — Kirkwood Community College’s Workplace Learning Connection has opened the first job shadow application window of the 2026-27 school year. High school sophomores, juniors and seniors in Benton, Cedar, Iowa, Johnson, Jones, Linn and Washington counties are encouraged to apply. Students can choose from more than 200 job shadow opportunities across a wide range of industries, allowing them to explore careers that align with their interests. Participation is free, making it an accessible way for students to gain valuable career insight while connecting with local employers and professionals. Job shadowing gives students the opportunity to explore careers that match their interests, connect classroom learning to real-world workplaces and build valuable professional connections, says Kirkwood in a press release. During an excused school absence, students spend two to four hours alongside local professionals, gaining firsthand insight into what a typical workday looks like and the skills needed to succeed in a particular field. These experiences help students make more informed decisions about their education and future while giving them a better understanding of career opportunities available in their own communities. WLC is a nationally recognized leader in work-based learning, Kirkwood says. The program partners with area school districts and