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The Lee County Leadership Committee is inviting area non-profit organizations to submit proposals for projects that will affect positive change in Lee County

The Lee County Leadership Committee is inviting area non-profit organizations to submit proposals for projects that will affect positive change in Lee County. The HawkEye reports that two project proposals will be selected for implementation by the Lee County Leadership Class of 2027. Proposals should be specific, concise, and attainable within a 12 to 16-week timeframe. Lee County Leadership is a collaborative effort program between the Fort Madison Area Chamber of Commerce, Keokuk Area Chamber of Commerce, Lee County Economic Development Group and Southeastern Community College. This program is designed to train emerging leaders in community-based leadership skills, promote community engagement and increase capacity among community members for addressing common issues and problems. The current class is made up of 10 participants. Classes and events are held in various locations throughout the area through May of next year. Organizations wishing to submit a project for consideration may contact the Fort Madison Area Chamber of Commerce; the deadline is Monday.

Lee County, IA · 2d

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Abbie Liechty Defeats Becky Wilson in Henry County Attorney Race

November 4, 2026 — Independent candidate Abbie Liechty has won the race for Henry County Attorney, defeating Republican Becky Wilson in one of the county’s most closely followed elections. Unofficial results show Liechty receiving 3,977 votes, or approximately 53.6 percent, compared to Wilson’s 3,437 votes, or 46.4 percent....

Henry County, IA · 3d

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‘Maybe what we need to do is vote this down’: Wapello County sheriff reconsidering previous recommendation to expand the county’s jail

WAPELLO COUNTY, Iowa - A sheriff is urging voters in one southeast Iowa county to think carefully about a proposed jail expansion before they head to the polls. If the proposed expansion to the Wapello County Jail passes, it would cost between $37.5 million to $45 million and would add around 140 to 170 beds to the jail. Right now, the county is paying nearly $700,000 a year to house inmates in other counties.

Wapello County, IA · 5d
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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 · 5d
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Ottumwa City Council Meeting Offers Overflow Seating and Livestream

The Ottumwa City Council will hold its regular meeting Tuesday, November 3, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 105 East Third Street. The meeting is open to the public, and residents are welcome to attend in person. However, due to anticipated public interest, seating inside Council Chambers may be limited.

Ottumwa, IA · 4d

Pen City Current

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The parking lot test -- and the steel mill exception

There is a simple way to assess how much Iowa governments think ordinary citizens deserve to know, and engage in the debate, when officials have an initiative they are eager to undertake. Call it the parking lot test. The recent whirlwind of economic events in Iowa suggests that this time,...

Iowa · 4d

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Heidi Zenk Wins Henry County Supervisor Race, Defeating Sam Riepe

November 4, 2026 — Republican Heidi Zenk has won the race for Henry County Supervisor, defeating Democrat Sam Riepe in one of the county’s most closely watched contests in Tuesday’s general election making her the first female to serve as Henry County Supervisor. According to unofficial election...

Henry County, IA · 3d

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Richmond Avenue Closure Begins November 2

The 1600 block of Richmond Avenue will be closed to through traffic beginning Monday, November 2, 2026, as crews conduct sewer repairs. The closure is expected to remain in place for approximately one week, weather permitting. Residents will continue to have access to the street from both ends during the...

Ottumwa, IA · 5d

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Alley Closure Scheduled for Concrete Repairs

Motorists and residents are being advised of a temporary alley closure beginning Wednesday, November 4, 2026, in Ottumwa. The alley between the 100 block of Vogel Avenue and the 100 block of Vanness Avenue will be closed to through traffic to allow for concrete repairs. The closure is expected to...

Ottumwa, 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 · 5d

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Oskaloosa City Council votes to dissolve regional airport project

OSKALOOSA, Iowa (KYOU) - Oskaloosa City Council members voted unanimously Monday night to dissolve a 14-year regional airport project. The land northwest of Oskaloosa was supposed to hold a regional airport that would merge Oskaloosa’s and Pella’s airports into one. Landowners would not sell. The airport agency bought...

Oskaloosa, IA · 4d

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Iowa Voters Decide Key Federal, State Races Today

Iowa voters are heading to the polls today, November 3, to decide several important federal, state and regional races on the ballot. Voters in Marion and Warren counties will have the opportunity to cast ballots for candidates seeking offices ranging from governor and U.S. Senate to state legislative seats. The...

Iowa · 4d

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Public Invited to Learn About Iowa’s Natural Resources Trust Fund

Mahaska County Conservation is inviting the public to attend an informational presentation about Iowa’s Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund, also known as IWILL. The presentation, titled “Securing the Promise: Iowa’s Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund,” will take place Thursday, November 19, at 6 p.m. at...

Mahaska County, IA · 3d

Iowa Public Radio

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Election Results: Christina Bohannan beats incumbent Mariannette Miller-Meeks

Democrat Christina Bohannan unseated Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks to serve as Iowa's First Congressional District representative.

Iowa · 3d

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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 · 3d

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Maple Street HMA Project to Begin this Week in Columbus Junction, Detour in Place

The City of Columbus Junction is gearing up for the start of the Maple Street hot-mix asphalt (HMA) overlay project. A detour has been announced by city officials ahead of the planned opening of construction this week. Norris Asphalt will carry out the HMA overlay. Their bid was selected in...

Columbus Junction, IA · 4d

Pen City Current

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Election watch parties planned for Tuesday

LEE COUNTY - Both political groups in the county have set election watch parties for Tuesday night and the public has been invited to each of them. The Lee County Republican Party will host a watch party beginning at 7 p.m. at the Charleston Board of Trade in Donnellson. The...

Lee County, IA · 4d

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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