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Floris, IA · Lifestyle
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Rain Impacts Fishing at Lake Darling
The recent onslaught of rain has impacted fishing at Lake Darling near Brighton. According to the National Water Prediction Service with NOAA, Lake Darling has received an estimated three inches of rain over the last week. With all the rain, the water temperature in Lake Darling has dropped to 68...
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Ottumwa Kitten Project facing funding challenges as it reaches 500-cat milestone
OTTUMWA, Iowa - The Ottumwa Kitten Project just reached the milestone of spaying and neutering 500 community cats — and at the same time, it’s also run into a funding problem. Administrators announced that they reached 502 cats on Oct. 2. The project’s mission is to spay and...
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Southeast Iowa couple creates the little free library Stories for Mayzie in honor of daughter
BLOOMFIELD, Iowa - A southeast Iowa couple is channeling their grief into a community project with the goal of sharing their love of reading with others. Like many couples, Erika and Ricky Wilson were thrilled when Erika became pregnant with their daughter Mayzie, and were excited to share their love of reading with her. However, on Aug. 10, 2026, Mayzie was stillborn, changing their lives forever. Erika says a friend suggested the little library to her not long after.
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A Sweet Thank You to The Flour Shoppe Bakery!
Ottumwa Radio would like to send a big thank you to our listener, Sherelyn Hornick, owner of The Flour Shoppe Bakery, for spoiling us with some delicious homemade treats!. Sherelyn brought in pumpkin-flavored and salt-and-butter homemade pretzels for the Ottumwa Radio team, and they were absolutely delicious!. We truly appreciate...
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Symmetry Festival Canceled Following “Record-Breaking Rain”
After canceling its Thursday pre-party, Symmetry Music & Arts Festival has called off the remainder of the event in the wake of heavy rainstorms. Symmetry Music & Arts Festival in Fairfield, Iowa will not move forward with its two-day event set to begin tonight, October 2. Yesterday, October 1, organizers...
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Ultralight Airport Dispute Draws FAA, TSA Attention
A dispute over ultralight operations at Fairfield Municipal Airport in Iowa has drawn the attention of federal authorities after an airport operator accused a pilot of violating airport access procedures and creating a safety hazard. According to local reporting, fixed-base operator Bob Lyons addressed the Fairfield City Council on Sept. 28 about the ongoing disagreement, which has involved the FAA, Transportation Security Administration and local police.
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Fairfield Airport Dispute with Ultralight Pilot Escalates; FAA, TSA Involved
A dispute between the Fairfield Municipal Airport’s fixed base operator and an ultralight pilot over airport access has escalated to the point of involving the FAA, TSA, and Fairfield Police Department, fixed base operator Bob Lyons told the Fairfield City Council Monday, September 28th. The matter was introduced to...
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Iowa Dance Collective: Teaching High-Caliber Dance in a Friendly Rural Setting
Iowa Dance Collective (IDC) has grown enormously over the last few years. Created by owner and director Tyler Malone to support students’ full development as artists, movers, and well-rounded human beings, IDC relocated in 2025 to an expansive, state-of-the-art facility located a few blocks north of the Fairfield square. As one of the only classical dance schools in Iowa, IDC is dedicated to the study of dance through a conservatory model of training rooted in classical ballet and modern dance. The school offers first-rate classes across a number of genres, including ballet, modern, contemporary, tap, jazz, and performance skills, taught by gifted instructors trained at Juilliard and other prestigious organizations.
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PAWS and More 20 For 20 Challenge Celebrates Talbot’s 20 Years at the Shelter
A new fundraising challenge is being held by PAWS and More Animal Shelter to celebrate a milestone year for Shelter Director Amber Talbot throughout the month of October. To celebrate 20 years they want to raise $20,000 to help more animals. The campaign asks that 1,000 people each donate $20, or really anything that an individual may be able to, as every dollar makes a difference. They also ask the public to share the fundraiser with friends and family to get the word out.
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Pick-Up Home Shopping Deals Today and Tomorrow
The fun and savings are finished on-air, now it’s time for pick-up. Those who participated in this week’s KCII Home Shopping Extravaganza are invited to the KCII Studios at 110 East Main Street in Washington to collect and pay for their merchandise. Pick-up hours are today from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and tomorrow from 9 a.m. to noon.
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Pioneer Ridge Hosts Halloween Trail Adventure
Pioneer Ridge Nature Area will host a special Halloween-themed outdoor adventure October 23 and 24, featuring Iowa animals that have earned a bad reputation. Visitors can take a guided hike along the Nature Center’s half-mile paved trail while learning the truth about some of Iowa’s most misunderstood creatures. Hikes will leave the Nature Center every 10 minutes between 5 and 7 p.m. Participants are encouraged to arrive a few minutes early for their scheduled time slot.
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Groceries, Fabric, And Hidden Treasures Turn This Iowa General Store Into An All Day Adventure
One grocery stop can turn into an all-day adventure at Dutchman’s Store in Cantril, Iowa!. Since 1985, this beloved general store has been giving shoppers plenty of reasons to wander, browse, and fill the cart with far more than they planned. Bulk groceries line the shelves alongside fabric, sewing...