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Documentary captures the life of barrier-breaking singer Simon Estes
Simon Estes has filled opera houses around the world. He’s one of the greatest bass baritones of all time, and he has touched thousands of lives with his music and his commitment to helping others. A new documentary, Simon Estes: A Heart and A Voice tells the remarkable story of this Centerville native who shattered the color barrier for Black men in opera, and has used his acclaim and devout faith to give back as a philanthropist and humanitarian.
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Community Trout Stockings at East Lake Park Pond, Wilson Lake, and Lake of the Hills Delayed to November 14 Due to Warm Water
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has postponed its fall community trout stockings. The events were originally scheduled for October 23-25, 2025. The delay is due to higher than normal water temperatures.
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Area Trunk or Treats Kick Off Today
Area Trunk or Treats are set to kick off this weekend, giving area families an opportunity to celebrate ahead of Halloween next week. “Trunk or treating” is an alternative to traditional door-to-door Halloween trick-or-treating. Participants set up booths in the back of cars at event locations, condensing the process into a smaller, more controlled area.
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Relay for Life to honor Khinley Jo Selix
Moravia kindergartener Khinley Jo Selix will be the honorary cancer survivor at the annual Relay for Life, to be held on Saturday, Oct. 25, from noon – 6 p.m. at Howar Middle School in Centerville. As part of the day-long series of activities, the Mohawkettes Dance Team will perform at approximately 2:30 p.m. This will mark the first public performance for the newly formed Moravia junior high dance team.
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6 Family-Owned Iowa Restaurants That Still Cook the Way Grandma Did
In Iowa, family-owned restaurants are the heart of small-town life—places where recipes are handwritten, flavors are passed down, and every meal feels like Sunday at Grandma’s table. These kitchens serve more than comfort food—they serve memories, love, and a taste of the state’s proud culinary roots.
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It's that time again – Hee-Haw takes the stage on Oct. 31
Arguably one of the most popular events of the fall season is the annual two-night performance of the incredible, homegrown talent on stage at the Unionville Hee-Haw shows. This year’s music, humor, and downhome escapades will take place on Friday, October 31 and Saturday, November 1 in the gymnasium at Unionville, IA. Both shows begin at 6:30 p.m. and there will be concessions available for the crowds.
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Horn, Britten to compete at JV State Dance Championship
The Iowa State Dance Team Association (ISDTA) will celebrate its 50th anniversary this fall by hosting the second annual JV State Dance Championship alongside the State Solo Qualifier — a tribute to five decades of growth, opportunity, and excellence in Iowa dance. “Reaching 50 years is a proud moment...
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Kirksville invites families to Halloween fun events for children and dogs this weekend
KIRKSVILLE, MO — The Kirksville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting two Halloween-themed events for a spooky good time on Saturday, Oct.25. First, the Howl-O-Ween costume Paw-ty will take place on Oct. 25 at McKinney Bark Park from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Residents are encouraged to bring their...
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New owners take over Albia Dairy Bar
The Albia Dairy Bar is now under new ownership. The restaurant was taken over by Tabitha Hess, her mother Jennifer Hess and Jennifer’s boyfriend Troy Folkerts, on July 31, right in the middle of summer ice cream season. Jennifer said she and Tabitha, who has worked at the Dairy...
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Libations on Iowa Celebrated Ribbon Cutting Wednesday
A new restaurant and bar celebrated its official grand opening in Washington on Wednesday. After just under a year of renovation and construction, Libations on Iowa is open to the public. The business is located at 106 South Iowa Avenue on Washington’s square. This bar and restaurant offers flatbreads, sharable appetizers, dessert martinis, shimmering cocktails and a variety of different beers. They celebrated their grand opening with the Washington Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Washington.
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New WinterFest event brings change to Ottumwa’s holiday season
OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - For 20 years the Holiday Nights n’ Lights lit up Ottumwa winters. People paid to drive through a light display from roughly Thanksgiving to Christmas. But with rising costs, low attendance, and few volunteers the tradition made the heavy lift unsustainable. Investor and Events Coordinator...
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New “Winter Fest” event brings change to Ottumwa’s holiday season
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Second Annual Veterans Recognition Event in Bloomfield kicking off this weekend
Bloomfield, Iowa — The Second Annual Veterans Recognition Event in Bloomfield, Iowa kicks off on Oct. 18. Small business owner Joy Korthuis started the event last year after her father passed away. Like many in the family—her dad was a veteran—and she didn’t feel like enough was being done to honor those in the community who had served. So, she decided to create an event centered around veterans, and Korthuis says they’ve given positive feedback.
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And “The Beat Goes On” Mohawks make a clean sweep at Oktoberfest
Longtime Moravia band director Lise Nelson, who retired last spring, was on hand to see the Moravia band students make a clean sweep of the competition at Ottumwa’s Oktoberfest on Saturday. Moravia’s new instrumental music director Garrett Nook had the band looking sharp and sounding great as they continued their winning ways, taking trophies for first place in Class 1A, first place in the Drumline competition, and first place Overall Band. There was Mohawk pride in every step, every beat, every note. At the awards ceremony, both directors hoisted the trophy into the air together as the students and fans applauded.
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Last Weekend to Catch Blithe Spirit on Stage
The Washington Community Theater will be putting on their final performances of Blithe Spirit by Noel Coward this weekend. A smash comedy hit on London and Broadway stages, this much-revived classic from the playwright offers wit, conflict, and big laughs as a fussy, cantankerous novelist finds himself haunted by the ghost of his late first wife.
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“Broadway’s Next Hit Musical”: Improv Comes to the FACC
What happens when you mix Broadway with audience suggestions and lightning-fast improv? You get Broadway’s Next Hit Musical, the award-winning comedy show where every song, scene, and story is made up on the spot. The hit production comes to Fairfield Arts & Convention Center on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.