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On 11/28/2023, Fort Madison Police Detectives were able to obtain video surveillance footage from the burglary to Horan’s Cabaret Irish Pub that occurred in the early morning hours on 11/27/2023. Detectives in reviewing that footage were able to obtain numerous angles and videos of the suspect. Detectives note the following descriptors of the suspect:

FORT MADISON – After nearly six hours of closed sessions, the Fort Madison City Council voted 6-0 to make an offer of employment to a candidate for the vacant City Manager position. A panel made up of the Fort Madison City Council, Brett Hinson from Hinson Consulting of Mason...

Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of fort madison..

West Point, IA- The Lee County Narcotics Task Force has announced the arrest of a West Point man and woman on felony and misdemeanor drug charges. According to a news release, 60-year-old Richard Edward Huffman and 59-year-old Peggy Ann Huffman, both of West Point, were both charged with Manufacturing marijuana, Possession of marijuana with the intent to deliver, Possession of 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) with the intent to deliver, 4 counts of Iowa tax stamp violation, Maintaining a drug house, Possession of cocaine, Possession of psilocybin mushrooms, Possession of a controlled substance (THC edibles/vapes), Possession of methamphetamine, and Possession of drug paraphernalia.

11/22/23 – 12:42 a.m. – Fort Madison Police responded to a report of vandalism in the 1400 block of 34th Street. 11/22/23 – 4:27 a.m. - Fort Madison Police responded to a report of a larceny/theft in the 4700 block of Avenue L. 11/22/23 – 6:33 a.m....

A Keokuk woman has been charged with First Degree Arson after police said she allegedly started a fire that caused substantial damage to a Waterloo home last month.

In the small, yet pivotal community of Middletown, Iowa, the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant (IAAAP) stands as a bastion of national defense and a driving force of the local economy. Established during World War II, this 19,000-acre facility has consistently supported U.S. military operations by manufacturing and testing a diverse range of munitions, from artillery shells pivotal in international conflicts to advanced smart munitions. With recent contracts worth $1.5 billion, the IAAAP is not only gearing up to meet contemporary defense demands but also bringing economic vitality to Southeast Iowa through job creation and infrastructure modernization slated for completion by 2027.

• A man in Dallas City died in a house fire on Monday morning. • Firefighters from multiple districts responded to the fire at 180 West Second Street. • The structure was heavily involved when firefighters arrived.

Henderson County Sheriff Matt Link reports the anonymous Crime Stoppers resource in the county is now more active and accepting tips:. “The Crime Stoppers phone is a separate phone line from the Sheriff’s Office, but it does ring into a separate phone into our Sheriff’s office. Either a deputy or one of our dispatchers would answer that phone. It is completely anonymous. You will be assigned a number that we give you. Keep that number, write it down. The information that you give us will be given to the lead detective or lead deputy that is doing that case for that tip and will follow up on it. If you tip leads to an arrest and you see the Crime Stoppers page or the Sheriff’s Office Facebook page themselves or you hear it on the radio or news media that there has been an arrest made, then call back into the Crime Stoppers telephone number with the number that we originally gave you as your “identification number” and then we will make arrangements to get some money to you.”

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Wednesday is $3.246, a week ago the price is $3.281 , according to AAA.

MT. PLEASANT, Iowa — 19-year-old Chloe Cole's story has become somewhat of a touchstone for conservative lawmakers aiming to ban gender-affirming care for minors. Sponsored by 2024 GOP hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy, Ms. Cole visited Mount Pleasant on Tuesday evening to share her experience transitioning from female to male, now back to female.

Nestled within the city of Burlington, Iowa, the historic Cascade Bridge has stood as a testament to the ingenuity of 19th-century engineering since 1896. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the bridge's unique Baltimore deck truss design is supported by stone and concrete abutments, capturing the essence of a bygone era. Yet as dusk falls, the bridge transforms into a spine-chilling nexus of the supernatural, with tales of ghostly sightings and eerie noises that have become a staple of local folklore.

Nestled on the banks of the Mississippi River, the reconstructed Fort Madison stands as an enduring monument to the early American military frontier. Established as the first permanent U.S. fortification on the Upper Mississippi, the site is steeped in historical significance, most notably as the setting of Black Hawk's first battle against U.S. forces during the War of 1812. The fort's name, honoring President James Madison, and its role in the war, marks it as Iowa's sole War of 1812 battlefield.

Founded on the banks of the Mississippi River in 1848, Dallas City, Illinois, stands as a beacon of America's rich history. Named after George M. Dallas, Vice President under James K. Polk, the city's roots delve deep into the early American settlement era and Native American heritage. Once a dense thicket frequented by the Sac and Fox tribes, pioneering spirits like John Finch transformed it into a bustling hub of commerce and industry, with Henry Farnwald Black's lumber business and Mr. Rollison's flour mill shaping the city's economic landscape.

Davenport, IA- A Keokuk man was sentenced Tuesday, November 21st, to 57 months in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a felon. According to court documents, 28-year-old Octavius Sergio Dion Walker stole two firearms from the Farm King in West Burlington on October 27th, 2022. Both firearms were later recovered by law enforcement in possession of other individuals.

A single-vehicle accident occurred on Route Z, about half a mile northeast of Saint Patrick, Missouri, early in the morning on November 26, 2023. The crash involved a 1995 Ford Explorer, which traveled off the left side of the road, struck the ground and overturned. Justin Tucker, a 30-year-old man...

Nestled within the rich tapestry of American history, La Harpe's legacy shines as a reminder of an era when the dreams of fortune drove masses to the American West. As a pivotal stop during the gold rush, La Harpe provided respite for weary prospectors, its soil ripe with opportunity and promise. The city, once a booming center of activity, still holds tight to the cultural heritage left behind, a testament to the unyielding spirit of adventure and hope that once thrived here.

In the heart of Illinois lies Ferris, a town that proudly upholds its significant role in amusement history as the birthplace of the Ferris Wheel. Named in honor of George Washington Gale Ferris Jr., the inventor of this iconic structure, the town is synonymous with innovation and festivity. Born in Galesburg on Valentine's Day in 1859, Ferris was a visionary engineer who introduced the world to his groundbreaking creation at the 1893 Chicago World's Columbian Exposition, challenging the Eiffel Tower in its monumental grandeur.

Burlington, IA- The Burlington Fire Department says that a family dog was rescued from a house fire on Sunday, November 26th. According to a news release, at 12:43 PM Sunday, the Burlington and West Burlington Fire Departments responded to a reported house fire at 325 Concord Drive in Burlington. Firefighters...

Burlington, IA- The Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrest of a West Burlington man for stalking and violation of a no-contact order. According to a news release, at about 5:50 PM Wednesday, November 22nd, Des Moines County Deputies were dispatched to Timberline Estates at 14876 Washington Road, lot number 65, in reference to a disorder and violation of a no-contact order.