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Man booted from Ottumwa’s city council meeting after Satanic Temple member gives another public invocation; meanwhile, Catholic group protests outside City Hall

OTTUMWA, Iowa - Satanic Temple Member Matthew Dalbey has delivered another public invocation at an Ottumwa City Council meeting after his prior invocation sparked national controversy nearly a month ago. Members of the American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) – headquartered in Pennsylvania — traveled...

Ottumwa, IA · 3d
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Wapello County voters reject jail expansion bond

OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - Wapello County voters rejected an almost $45 million jail expansion. Roughly two-thirds voted no. Sheriff Don Phillips, who pushed for the 168-bed expansion, said he also struggled to sell it to voters. “I couldn’t justify trying to sell this and have a $45 million building sitting...

Wapello County, IA · 1d
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Friendly competition between northern Missouri schools pays off lunch debt

BROOKFIELD, Mo. & MARCELINE, Mo. — Like many across the Tri-States, the Brookfield R-III and Marceline R-V school districts have free and reduced lunch programs to help feed disadvantaged students. That compassion usually comes at a cost for the district. “So we carry quite a bit of lunch debt,...

Brookfield, MO · 2d
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Shipley Wins Narrow Victory in Iowa House District 87

Incumbent Republican Jeff Shipley has won re-election to Iowa’s 87th House District on Tuesday, November 3rd, defeating Democratic challenger Tom O’Donnell by a margin of 326 votes out of 12,266 cast — a rematch of their 2024 contest. Shipley received 6,284 votes (51%) to O’Donnell’s 5,958 (49%)....

Iowa · 2d
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Northeast Missouri eighth graders explore future careers at Hannibal career fair

HANNIBAL, Mo.— More than 200 eighth-grade students from nearly 20 schools across Marion and Ralls counties got a firsthand look at potential career paths during a career fair in America’s Hometown. Students had the chance to explore a variety of industries through hands-on experiences and conversations with local...

Hannibal, MO · 1d

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Cowboys Christmas for Kids Kicks Off Weekend Fundraiser in Randolph County

A weekend of family fun to help local children enjoy Christmas kicks off tonight in Randolph County. Cowboys Christmas for Kids begins with a Friday night dance & chili dinner at Route Z Event Center in Cairo, followed by Saturday’s trail ride, auction, and meal- all raising money for several local organizations.

Randolph County, MO · 1d

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Good Weather for MoDOT Roadwork

U.S. Route 65 – Bridge maintenance at the bridge over Shootman Creek, Monday and Tuesday. I-35 – Pavement repair from mile marker 79.2 to Elmwood Avenue, Tuesday – Friday, 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Grundy County. Route K – Scrub seal project from US 65 to Route...

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Missouri hunters begin prep for 2026 fall firearms deer season

GRUNDY COUNTY, Mo - The November portion of Missouri firearms deer season gets underway November 14th. Grundy County Conservation Agent Josh Paskiewicz provides an outlook on deer movement for hunters. Your browser does not support the audio element. Hours for the season are a half hour before sunrise until a...

Grundy County, MO · 10h

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State Grant Helps Bring Steakhouse to Downtown Ottumwa

A fire-damaged building in downtown Ottumwa is set to get a second life as a steakhouse, with three apartments upstairs. The building dates back to 1890. A state matching grant will help pay for renovations that will put the restaurant on the ground floor and add housing on the upper floors.

Ottumwa, IA · 1d

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Ottumwa’s Jefferson Street Bridge expected to reopen later this month

OTTUMWA, Iowa - Ottumwa city officials announced on Wednesday that work on the Jefferson Street Bridge is about complete. The bridge closed at the end of September for work on a damaged expansion joint. Contractors had been waiting for a new joint to be made. It arrived and was installed...

Ottumwa, IA · 3d

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LULAC Ottumwa to host Day of the Dead event at the YMCA on Nov. 7

OTTUMWA, Iowa - The League of United Latin American Citizens, Ottumwa (LULAC) will be hosting a Day of the Dead celebration at the YMCA on Nov. 7. LULAC says it’ll be a day to participate in the Mexican tradition of honoring loved ones who have passed while keeping their memories alive.

Ottumwa, IA · 1d

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ITC Midwest Begins Pre-Construction Work on 52-Mile Transmission Line Through Wapello & Jefferson County

ITC Midwest is moving into the preliminary stage of a major high-voltage electric transmission line project that will run through eastern Wapello, Jefferson and Henry counties in southeast Iowa. The Coddington-Ottumwa project will upgrade approximately 52 miles of transmission line from the Ottumwa Generating Station near Ottumwa to a new...

Jefferson County, IA · 3d

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State issues a warning to caregiver after nursing home resident dies

State licensing officials have issued a warning to an Iowa nurse for her role in the death of a nursing home resident. The board alleges that Elaine Allison, aka Elaine McCoy, of Beacon was working as a licensed practical nurse at the Oskaloosa Care Center on Sept. 6, 2025, when there was a serious medical […]

Beacon, IA · 1d

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COVID and Flu on the Rise in Washington County

Take steps to prevent the spread of illness this winter, as influenza and COVID cases are on the rise in the local area. According to Washington County Hospital and Clinics, this week COVID levels are substantial while influenza and strep case activity is rated moderate. People are reminded to wash...

Washington County, IA · 2d

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Jefferson County Data Center Committee Finalized with Five Members

The Jefferson County Board of Supervisors finalized the membership of their data center study committee on Thursday, November 5th, appointing three new members to join Taylor Ross and Michael Campbell, who had previously been designated to serve. The board appointed Dan Sears, a member of the USDA; Dee Sandquist, a...

Jefferson County, IA · 2d

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20 Years of Service Recognized by Washington County Supervisors

The Washington County Board of Supervisors recognized 20 years of service for a county employee at their Tuesday meeting. Peggy Wood has been the Public Health Director of Finance and Operations for Washington County Public Health for 20 years. The Public Health Director of Finance and Operations is a senior...

Washington County, IA · 2d

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The Bookworm’s Burrow Bookstore Opening this Weekend in Washington

A new bookstore is opening in downtown Washington this weekend. The Bookworm’s Burrow Bookstore will be holding a grand opening celebration on Saturday. The Bookworm’s Burrow is a book and game store that celebrates stories in all forms and they’re officially opening their doors this weekend, inviting the community to stop in, explore, shop, and meet the owner at their grand opening.

Washington, IA · 1d

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Area Veterans to be Recognized at Freedom Rock Park in Brighton Saturday

Ahead of Veteran’s Day next week, the City of Brighton will hold an event to honor veterans this Saturday. The ceremony will take place at Freedom Rock Park, featuring Mid-Prairie High School senior Caedyn Huston as a guest speaker. Huston recently gave a presentation at the Kalona Historical Village...

Brighton, IA · 1d

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Washington County Receiving Federal Funding to Support Roads

Washington County is one recipient of over $76.2 million in federal funding to improve roadway safety across the state. The funds will be administered through the Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All program, which was established in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Washington County will...

Washington County, IA · 1d